DOWNEY, Calif. — It's famous for stretching from "the beach to the streets," spanning 27 miles from Los Angeles to Orange County. But beyond serving as a major thoroughfare, Rosecrans Avenue connects communities from all walks of life. 

As Spectrum News continues its "Life on Rosecrans" series, we make a stop in Downey.

Once linked to some of the most defining moments in aerospace history, Downey is now a hub of economic development for first-time business owners.