What does la noire mean in English?

"La Noire" is a French phrase that directly translates to "the black one" or "the black" in English.

However, it's important to note that in the context of the video game "L.A. Noire," the name is not a literal translation. It refers to the dark and gritty nature of the game's setting and story, specifically the crime-ridden Los Angeles of the 1940s.