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5K run celebrates Día de los Muertos on historic Olvera Street in downtown L.A.

Olvera Street on Saturday hosted the 5K Carrera de los Muertos as part of its festivities to celebrate the Day of the Dead meant to honor and remember loved ones who have died.

The event featured some runners in full skull makeup, marigold crowns and skeletal costumes.

Wendy Burch reports for the KTLA 5 Morning News on Oct. 30, 2021.