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Long Beach opens overnight parking for people sleeping in vehicles
Magic Bullet Fund Helps Long Beach Dog with Cancer Treatment
Vehicle Crashes Through Buono’s Pizzeria Injuring Man
LBPD To Hold DUI Checkpoint on Saint Patrick’s Day
UPDATE: Police Shoot Stabbing Suspect in Long Beach

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Long Beach opens overnight parking for people slee

Long Beach opens overnight parking for people sleeping in vehicles.

The City of Long Beach is expanding its Safe Parking Program, which provides a safe, dignified environment for people currently sheltering in their vehicles to park overnight while receiving access to basic needs and being connected to services.

Beginning Monday, March 20, this site, located in an underutilized parking lot on Queens Way, will be open daily from 5 p.m. to 8 a.m. and will have space for approximately 50 passenger vehicles. The lot will not be open during the day. Safe Parking program participants will have access to various amenities and resources at this new site, including a pet relief area, restrooms and hand washing stations. The site is anticipated to operate through Sunday, May 21.

The location will not impact ongoing repairs for the Queen Mary, and will not impact operations, special events or nearby businesses. Outreach was conducted to businesses within the area to ensure they were notified of the forthcoming operations and business resources available to them. More information is available in the FAQs.

The location will also provide two security guards and Homeless Services Bureau staff on site who will connect clients with services and offer housing-focused case management. People interested in participating in the program must first receive a referral from the Multi-Service Center (MSC), located at 1301 W. 12th St., or through outreach, including the Mobile Access Center.

More information on our website longbeachlocalnews.com

Magic Bullet Fund Helps Long Beach Dog with Cancer

Magic Bullet Fund Helps Long Beach Dog with Cancer Treatment.

Dogs and cats are diagnosed with cancer daily and without having expensive pet insurance, there are pet owners who feel helpless due to the high costs of veterinary services. Thankfully there are organizations like the Magic Bullet Fund which are there to help pet owners that have a canine or feline who provide financial resources for those in need.

Sergeant, a six year-old german shepherd from Long Beach was diagnosed with gastrointestinal lymphoma and needed treatment as soon as possible.

His owner, Erwin Dardon had to gather $5,000 in order to get Sergeant an emergency surgery on Thanksgiving of last year. Dardon gathered whatever was in his savings account as well as a sizable donation from another foundation which gave him a couple thousand dollars to help out.

The chemotherapy that is required for Sergeant is called CHOP protocol which is a total of 16 weeks of treatment. Dardon said each treatment can be between $600 to $1,000 which is a large amount especially if the pet is being treated weekly.

“The Magic Bullet Fund is an amazing foundation because what they do is when you apply, if you are eligible, they help you with a certain amount to start with…You have to agree to volunteer to help and bring in donations that way you will be able to utilize the donations that they are giving you,” said Dardon. “It’s a good way to get people involved and not just give the donations because you’re actually helping your pet out.”
He said the MBF started him off with $3,200 which he had to match with donations on his own. Veterinary costs in the United States are very high and Dardon said that having organizations like this are a blessing to pet owners who need the help.
There are situations like this which impact the lives of pets and their owners daily, organizations like the MBF give an opportunity at an extended life. The website is https://themagicbulletfund.org/ and people can visit to either apply, donate or gather more information on the services and mission that the organization has.

By Andrew Ayala

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Vehicle Crashes Through @buonospizzeria Injuring M

Vehicle Crashes Through @buonospizzeria Injuring Man.

A man was injured when what looks to be a Mercedes Benz sedan crashed into the side of Buono’s Pizzeria.

The crash happened on Saturday, at 9:00pm according to @longbeachfire. The emergency crews responded to a vehicle entering a building at Buono’s Pizzeria on the 400 block of West Willow.

LBFD Paramedics transported an adult male who was inside the restaurant at the time to the hospital.

The LBFD Urban Search and Rescue Task Force responded to help shore and stabilize the building with their specialized equipment and training.

No other injuries reported, LBPD is investigating the incident.

LBPD To Hold DUI Checkpoint on Saint Patrick’s D

LBPD To Hold DUI Checkpoint on Saint Patrick’s Day.

On March 17, 2023, the Long Beach Police Department (LBPD) will conduct a driving under the influence (DUI) checkpoint from 6:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. in the South Division.

DUI checkpoint locations are determined based on data showing incidents of impaired driving-related crashes. The primary purpose of DUI checkpoints is to promote public safety by taking suspected impaired drivers off the road.

“Impaired drivers put others on the road at significant risk,”said Lieutenant Jose Flores. “Any prevention measures that reduce the number of impaired drivers on our roads significantly improves traffic safety.”

The LBPD reminds the public that impaired driving is not just from alcohol. Some prescription medications and over-the-counter drugs may interfere with driving. While medicinal and recreational marijuana are legal, driving under the influence of marijuana is illegal.

Drivers charged with a first-time DUI face an average of $13,500 in fines and penalties, as well as a suspended license.

Funding for this program was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

UPDATE: Police Shoot Stabbing Suspect in Long Beac

UPDATE: Police Shoot Stabbing Suspect in Long Beach.

On March 5, 2023, at approximately 6:50 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 5200 block of Atlantic Avenue regarding a stabbing in progress, which resulted in an officer-involved shooting.

Preliminary investigation revealed the suspect stabbed the victim multiple times. As the officer arrived on scene, the suspect was stabbing the victim. During the stabbing, the officer gave commands for the suspect to drop the knife, the suspect refused, and an officer-involved shooting occurred. The suspect was struck by gunfire as a result of the officer-involved shooting.

Responding officers rendered aid to the suspect and the stabbing victim.

The Long Beach Fire Department (LBFD) arrived on scene and transported the suspect to a local hospital where he is listed in critical, but stable condition.

LBFD transported the stabbing victim to a local hospital where he is listed in critical, but stable condition.

No officers or additional community members were injured during the incident.

Detectives are investigating if the suspect and the victim knew each other and the motive for the stabbing.

A knife was recovered on scene.

The officer was equipped with a body-worn camera (BWC), however, the BWC was not activated until after the officer-involved shooting occurred. LBPD is in the process of reviewing the footage and will make that available to the public as soon as possible.

As with all officer-involved shooting incidents, the Department will be conducting a full and thorough multi-level review of the incident. The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office will conduct an independent investigation of the incident, as they do with all officer-involved shootings that result in injury or death.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact Long Beach Police Homicide Detectives Donald Collier or Chasen Contreras at (562) 570-7244. Anyone wishing to remain anonymous may call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), or text TIPLA plus your tip to 274637 (CRIMES) or visit www.lacrimestoppers.org.

Police Shoot Stabbing Suspect, Two Rushed to Hospi

Police Shoot Stabbing Suspect, Two Rushed to Hospital.

On Sunday at 6:50pm Long Beach Police officers responded to a call arriving to a what police say “a stabbing victim and stabbing suspect” when an officer involved shooting occurred.

Police could not confirm if anyone was struck by gun fire or answer any other questions. Two males were rushed to a local hospital in unknown condition.

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Atlantic at 52nd Street was closed for several hours as detectives investigated the scene.

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Stabbing and Officer Involved Shooting in Long Bea

Stabbing and Officer Involved Shooting in Long Beach. The incident occurred just before 7:00pm near Atlantic and 52nd Street.

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LBPD To Hold DUI Checkpoint Friday Night. On Marc

LBPD To Hold DUI Checkpoint Friday Night.

On March 3, 2023, the @longbeachpd.ca will conduct a driving under the influence (DUI) checkpoint from 6:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. in the North Division.

DUI checkpoint locations are determined based on data showing incidents of impaired driving-related crashes. The primary purpose of DUI checkpoints is to promote public safety by taking suspected impaired drivers off the road.

“Impaired drivers put others on the road at significant risk,”said Lieutenant Jose Flores. “Any prevention measures that reduce the number of impaired drivers on our roads significantly improves traffic safety.”

The LBPD reminds the public that impaired driving is not just from alcohol. Some prescription medications and over-the-counter drugs may interfere with driving. While medicinal and recreational marijuana are legal, driving under the influence of marijuana is illegal.

Drivers charged with a first-time DUI face an average of $13,500 in fines and penalties, as well as a suspended license.

Funding for this program was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. #longbeachlocalnews #longbeach

Did you see the graupel falling in Long Beach?

Did you see the graupel falling in Long Beach?

@gyiftfoundation Provide Unforgettable @nba @lacli

@gyiftfoundation Provide Unforgettable @nba @laclippers Experience for Underserved Youth in Long Beach. #longbeach

@longbeachfire swift water rescue responded to rep

@longbeachfire swift water rescue responded to reports of someone in the LA River from LA County. Crews arrived at Del Amo and the river just after 7:45am. Streets were blocked at Anaheim, PCH, Willow and Del Amo at the LA River. No one as been found at this time.

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Every year the @portoflongbeach gives more than $200,000 in scholarship's changing the lives of many students.

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Long Beach Issues Storm Preparedness and Safety Ti

Long Beach Issues Storm Preparedness and Safety Tips.

The City of Long Beach is issuing a storm advisory for residents and visitors in anticipation of the severe winter weather expected to impact Long Beach and the surrounding areas beginning today, Thursday, Feb. 23, through Saturday, Feb. 25, including excessive precipitation, high winds and below-average temperatures. On Friday, Feb. 24, in the afternoon, there also may be some high swell activity. The City recommends people remain inside during peak periods of the storm and limit traveling as much as possible. Long Beach residents, especially those along the peninsula and in low-lying areas prone to flooding, should prepare accordingly.

During periods of significant rainfall, residents are also advised to:

Check the Recreational Water Monitoringwebpage for beach advisories. After any significant rainfall (0.10″ or more), high levels of bacteria from storm drains, rivers and polluted runoff enter the ocean. People should avoid all ocean water contact for at least 72 hours after rainfall.
Avoid areas that are subject to sudden flooding.
Avoid driving through a flooded road or walking across a flowing stream of water.
Slow down at intersections, especially if signal lights are not working, and treat them as stop signs. Be cautious while driving, especially at night.
Take appropriate steps to be prepared by securing personal property and vehicles in areas that are prone to flooding.
Avoid unnecessary trips. If you must travel during the storm, dress in warm, loose layers of clothing. Advise others of your destination and estimated arrival time.
Be aware of utility workers working in or near the road.
Stay off sand berms and stay away from City vehicles and machinery operating along the coastline.
Keep pets inside and ensure they have shelter from the storm.
Place refuse and recycling carts on the parkway or driveway apron.
Report street flooding or downed trees by calling 562.570.2700.
Report downed power lines by calling 9-1-1.

More information on our website longbeachlocalnews.com

Fatal traffic collision at Atlantic and Roosevelt

Fatal traffic collision at Atlantic and Roosevelt just before 5:30 am this morning.

Long Beach Fire Department and Long Beach Police responded to a traffic collision in the Bixby knolls area.

LBFD units used the "jaws of life" to extricate a man and woman from a single-vehicle accident into
a tree.

The male patient was transported to an area trauma center, and the female was determined to be deceased.

Streets in Bixby Knolls we're closes at Atlantic and Roosevelt for several hours as a police investigated the crash.

Long Beach Utilities to set up relief program for

Long Beach Utilities to set up relief program for high gas bills.

Long Beach Utilities is set to launch a natural gas price-spike relief program following City Council action Wednesday to allocate excess utility users tax revenues to help residents struggling to pay high winter gas bills.

The City of Long Beach collects a 5 percent utility users tax, or UUT, on monthly customer bills. When prices go up, tax revenue to the City’s General Fund also increases. The City Council Wednesday agreed to divert any excess funds from this increased revenue to the assistance program.

City officials expect the assistance fund to be about $1.5 million.

With the funds now allocated, Long Beach Utilities will develop a program framework and bring it to the Board of Utilities Commissioners for final approval.

The department plans to get the program up and running as quickly as possible and ensure qualifying residents can easily participate. Program funds are set to become available to residents by mid-February.

“I’m thankful the City Council took this emergency action to allow us to provide assistance to residents in need,” said Gloria Cordero, president of the Board of Utilities Commissioners. “We want to be sure to get this program up and running quickly, with as few barriers as possible, to help our struggling customers feel at ease.”

While final program details and logistics are yet to be finalized, Long Beach Utilities plans to develop the framework with an equity lens to best reach those most in need and help as many people as possible with the resources available. The program will focus on providing financial relief to Long Beach residential customers, particularly those who are low income, disabled and seniors on fixed income.

The Board of Utilities Commissioners is set to hold a special meeting to discuss the program next week. More information about the relief program will be shared as soon as it is available. #longbeach

15-Year-Old and 16-Year-Old Arrested for Fatal Sho

15-Year-Old and 16-Year-Old Arrested for Fatal Shooting in Long Beach.

Both teens were arrested on charges of murder and robbery. LBPD say they are being held without bail.

Detectives are still working to determine the motive behind the shooting. The investigation remains ongoing.

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@memorialcare Heart & Vascular Institute at Long Beach Medical Center”#longbeach #heart

FBI, LBPD Detectives, Locate and Arrest Man for Po

FBI, LBPD Detectives, Locate and Arrest Man for Pointing High-Powered Laser into Aircraft.

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3 People Shot at Silverado Park just before 2pm in

3 People Shot at Silverado Park just before 2pm in West Long Beach. #longbeach #breakingnews

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