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Olympics leave mixed legacy in Paris suburb of Saint-Denis

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Lisa Louis in Saint-Denis, France
June 19, 2025

In the Paris suburb of Saint-Denis, stylish apartments are being built in underprivileged areas. Longtime residents of the district feel left behind.

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