January 2017 - Long Beach Local News

City of Long Beach, Police Officers Association (POA) Reach Tentative Labor Agreement

Long Beach, CA The City of Long Beach has reached a tentative three-year agreement with the Police Officers Association (POA) to bring pay in line with other agencies competing for…

LBLN January 30, 2017

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LBLN January 30, 2017

Celebrity Local News On The Scene

Meet national hero Officer Tommy M Norman as he speaks at Why’d You Stop Me community policing event

Meet national hero Officer Tommy M Norman as he speaks at Why'd You Stop Me community policing event

LBLN January 29, 2017

Local News

Coastal Beaches West of Belmont Veterans Memorial Pier Now Open

Long Beach Health Officials have lifted the closure of open coastal beaches west of the Belmont Veterans Memorial Pier. Lab results indicated bacterial levels in this area were within state standards for two consecutive…

LBLN January 29, 2017

Weekly News

Weekly Update 1/28/17

LBLN January 28, 2017

Homelessness Local News

Homeless Count in Long Beach Today

Long Beach, CA Today, members of the Long Beach community which included elected officials, staff, homeless non profits, faith based organizations, and community volunteers met at the Multi Service Center…

LBLN January 26, 2017

Community Local News Opinion

Opinion Editorial – Harassment of Hotel Workers And Downtown Long Beach Residents Continues

By Debbie Lewis, Downtown Resident For over 2 years, Unite Here Local 11, a Los Angeles-based union, has been sending out paid protestors to discourage business at the Westin and…

LBLN January 26, 2017

Community

Tree Planting in Memory of Jenni Rivera on Santa Fe Ave

Please join a team of neighbors, City staff, and volunteers to plant trees. Trees reduce greenhouse gases, provide habitat, reduce cooling costs, and increase property values. You can help make…

LBLN January 25, 2017

Breaking News Crime Local News

Long Beach Police Release Video of 78-Year-Old Killed in Hit-and-Run

(WARNING GRAPHIC VIDEO) On Tuesday, around 5:58 a.m., Long Beach Police were dispatched to the area of Redondo Avenue and 7th Street regarding a hit & run traffic collision involving…

LBLN January 25, 2017

Local News Politics

National Immigration Battle, Elected Officials Speak Their Mind

Long Beach, CA With immigration policy being on the forefront of national politics, Long Beach's own elected officials share their thoughts on the matter. Today, President Donald Trump signed two…

LBLN January 25, 2017

Local News On The Scene

City Council Votes To Keep Long Beach Airport Non-International Destination

Long Beach City Council Votes To Keep Long Beach Airport Non-International Airport

LBLN January 25, 2017

Local News On The Scene

Port of Long Beach is a global leader in green initiatives and technology. President, Lori Ann Guzman explains.

LBLN January 25, 2017

Crime Local News

LBPD Releases 2016 Crime Statistics – Total Crime Up While Homicides Down

Long Beach, CA LBPD recently released its 5 year summary on crime statistics in the City of Long Beach. Although the report shows a slight decrease in homicides taking…

LBLN January 23, 2017

Business Local News

Job Fair This Week Multiple Staffing Agencies

Staffing Agencies Job Fair on Thursday, January 26, 2017 at the Career Transition Center at 10am Pacific Gateway and Staffing agencies are looking to fill a large variety of part-time,…

LBLN January 23, 2017

Breaking News Local News

All Coastal Beaches in Long Beach Closed Due to Multiple Sewage Spills

Long Beach City Health Officer, Dr. Anissa Davis, today ordered all coastal swimming areas in Long Beach closed for water contact, due to multiple sewage spills. At least seven sewage…

LBLN January 23, 2017

Weather

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LBLN January 23, 2017

Breaking News On The Scene Weather

Heavy rain brings flooding to many parts of Long Beach

Long Beach, CA Flooding on Long Beach Boulevard.

LBLN January 20, 2017

Business

Port of Long Beach Offers 5.6-Acre Parking Lot For Sale

The Port of Long Beach is selling the 5.6-acre parking lot behind One World Trade Center and the Hilton Hotel in downtown Long Beach. The parcel was acquired by the…

LBLN January 20, 2017

National News

Trump Sworn in as 45th President of the United States

Washington, DC Today, Donald Trump was sworn in as the 45th President of the United States by Chief Justice John Roberts. In his inaugural address, Donald Trump emphasized putting America…

LBLN January 20, 2017

Belmont Shore Events Local News

13th Annual Belmont Shore Chocolate Festival on Saturday February 4th

Belmont Shore, Long Beach, CA The 13th Annual Belmont Shore Chocolate Festival! Belmont Shore Businesses will be offering an array of chocolate treats and other sweets for all chocolate lovers…

LBLN January 19, 2017

Local News Technology

Long Beach Technology Upgrade LB Coast Announced

Long Beach, CA The City of Long Beach today announced a new enterprise resource planning (ERP) system that integrates several functions, including Human Resources and Financial Management, into a single…

LBLN January 19, 2017

Education Local News Politics

Long Beach Assemblymember O’Donnell Introduces Bill To Address Growing Need For Qualified Teachers

Sacramento, CA Yesterday, Assemblymember Patrick O’Donnell (D – Long Beach) introduced AB 169 and AB 170, both of which will help California address its growing need for qualified teachers. AB…

LBLN January 19, 2017

Arts Voices

Local LGBT Authors Write The Poetic Heart

By Eric Gray (LBLN Contributor) The Poetic Heart, officially released this month, uses the creative dimensions of poetry and art to explore love, LGBT concerns, experiences, and emotional expression. An…

LBLN January 19, 2017

Community

City Council Approves Willow Springs Construction

On January 10th, 2017, City Council Approved the 11.5 acre park restoration project at Willow Springs. The project includes 1 acre of wetlands and 10 acres of upland restoration. Invasive…

LBLN January 19, 2017

Local News National News Politics

Congressman Lowenthal Will Not Attend President Elect Trump’s Inauguration

By Long Beach Local News Staff Washington, DC Congressman Alan Lowenthal who represents Long Beach in the 47th Congressional District today issued the following statement regarding whether he will attend…

LBLN January 18, 2017

Business Local News Politics

Local Tavern Will Host Inauguration of Donald Trump

Long Beach, CA On January 20th, the 49rs Tavern will be hosting an inauguration celebration for Donald Trump located at: 5660 E. Pacific Coast Hwy, Ste A Long Beach CA…

LBLN January 17, 2017

Weather

3 Severe Winter Storms Predicted To Hit Southern California

Three consecutive storms are expected to hit Southern California starting late Wednesday through next Monday, according to the National Weather Service. The storms will bring rain, snow and gusty winds and high…

LBLN January 17, 2017

Local News

Long Beach Yellow Cab To Be Awarded The 2017 Community Corporation Honoree Peacemaker Award

Long Beach, CA Jan 17, 2017 - Long Beach Yellow Cab which provides taxi services to the cities of Long Beach, Signal Hill, Lakewood, Seal Beach, Hawaiian Gardens and Cerritos,…

LBLN January 17, 2017

City Politics Local News Politics

Quick Update: Long Beach Sales Tax Increased To 9.75% And Will Continue to Rise

Long Beach, CA As of January 1, 2017, Long Beach shoppers are seeing an increase in sales tax of 9.75% at the registers up from 9.0% in 2016. On July…

LBLN January 17, 2017

City Politics Community Local News

East Long Beach Residents Start Change.Org Petition to Remove Bollards along Studebaker Road

Long Beach, CA Community members in the 5th District of East Long Beach have filed a Change.org petition in an effort to remove newly installed bollards placed along Studebaker Road…

LBLN January 16, 2017

Arts Local News

LONG BEACH ARTIST TO WORK WITH LOCAL YOUTH TO CREATE SELF-PORTRAITS FOR DISPLAY AT UPCOMING BLACK HISTORY MONTH EXPO

Long Beach, CA On Saturday, January 21st from 9am to 11am, renowned Local Artist Gregory Dane Sabin will give children ages 8 to 15 from the Andy Street Neighborhood Association…

LBLN January 16, 2017

Local News Sports

Long Beach State Loses Overtime Heartbreaker In Hawai’i, 114-107

HONOLULU, Hawai’i – Justin Bibbins sank two free throws to give Long Beach State a two-point lead with 3.1 seconds left in regulation, but Noah Allen of Hawai’i converted a…

LBLN January 16, 2017

National News

Famous Quotes by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was an awe inspiring figure in US history. His words built a movement, and his movement helped build a generation of new thinkers. Here are…

LBLN January 16, 2017

Crime Local News

Woman Killed in Long Beach Officer-Involved Shooting After Threatening 3 People With Knife

On January 15, 2017 at approximately 11:14 a.m. officers from the Long Beach Police Department were dispatched to a restaurant in the area of 7th Street and Bellflower Boulevard regarding…

LBLN January 16, 2017

Weather

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LBLN January 16, 2017

Weekly News

Weekly Update 1/14/17

LBLN January 14, 2017

Local News Real Estate

Rent Jungle releases Long Beach Average Rent, Downtown Long Beach Listed as Highest

Long Beach, CA According to RentJungle.com, the average apartment rent in Long Beach, CA as of December 2016 has trended down .4% over the previous 6 months with 1 bedrooms…

LBLN January 13, 2017

Crime Local News

L.B.P.D. ANNOUNCES APPOINTMENT OF NEW COMMANDER

Long Beach, California Long Beach Police Chief Robert Luna has selected Lieutenant Jeffrey Berkenkamp, a 19-year-veteran, for the position of Commander. Lieutenant Berkenkamp began his career with the Long…

LBLN January 13, 2017

Health Local News

Molina Healthcare informs the public about current measles outbreak

Long Beach, California Dr. Brown from Molina Healthcare informs the public about current measles outbreak.

LBLN January 13, 2017

Arts Local News

Bearcoon Releases New Album

By Eric Gray (LBLN Contributor) Long Beach, California Bearcoon, Long Beach musical group who began forming in the summer of 2012 has announced the release of their new album "Laminak"…

LBLN January 10, 2017

Education Local News Politics

Assemblymember O’Donnell’s Year of Educational Policy Legislation

Sacramento, CA Over the past year, as Sacramento rolled out new legislation, Long Beach's own Assemblymember Patrick O'Donnell representing the 70th California Assembly District which includes a large swath of…

LBLN January 10, 2017

Homelessness Local News

Volunteers Encouraged to Help with Citywide Count of Homeless Persons on January 26, 2017

Long Beach, Ca Community volunteers are encouraged to participate in the count of persons experiencing homelessness in Long Beach on the morning of Thursday, January 26, 2017. The 8th biennial…

LBLN January 9, 2017

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LBLN January 9, 2017

National News Politics

California US Senator vows to defend the Affordable Care Act

In an email to supporters, Kamala Harris, newly elected California Democrat US Senator vows to defend the Affordable Care otherwise known as "Obamacare." She writes, "As Attorney General for California,…

LBLN January 8, 2017

Weekly News

Weekly News Update 1/7/17

LBLN January 7, 2017

Local News Politics

Minimum Wage increased as of January 1, 2017

Many new laws went into affect in California starting in the new year but one new law that garnered much attention and discussion in Long Beach is the minimum wage…

LBLN January 6, 2017

Attractions Local News

Fast Facts on Long Beach, California

By Eric Gray, (LBLN Contributor) Long Beach, California Long Beach is a big city with a small town feel. An active city with multiple events, farmers markets, a growing artistic…

LBLN January 5, 2017

Dining Local News

In Review: Long Beach Local News visits hot spot in Belmont Heights Panxa Cocina

Throwback Thursday. Melissa McGinnis visiting Panxa Cocina in Belmont Heights located at 3937 E Broadway, Long Beach, CA 90803.

LBLN January 5, 2017

Local News Sports

Long Beach State Beach Volleyball Announces Addition Of Three Players

LONG BEACH, Calif. – Long Beach State Beach Volleyball has added three transfers for the upcoming spring season as announced by head coach Mike Campbell. Sasha Karelov from Duke, Hannah…

LBLN January 4, 2017

Health On The Scene

Reduce the lines of time with a Fractora Skin Treatment at Polished Rx Skin Couture in 2017

LBLN January 4, 2017

Breaking News Local News On The Scene

Long Beach Fire Department respond to illegally converted garage fire in North Long Beach

At 2:20 AM Long Beach Fire units responded to reports of a structure fire on the 100 block of Barclay Street in North Long Beach. Upon their arrival, they found…

LBLN January 3, 2017

Breaking News Local News On The Scene

Barricaded Suspect Arrested After Threatening to Start Fire Inside Long Beach Apartment Building

A man barricaded himself inside a Long Beach apartment building Monday night after allegedly threatening to start a fire, prompting officials to evacuate the area, officials said. Long Beach Fire…

LBLN January 3, 2017

Homelessness Local News

Homelessness: 2016 Long Beach Continuum of Care Project Priority Listing

(by ERIC GRAY, LBLN Contributor) - Homelessness undoubtedly was one of the largest issues the City of Long Beach faced in 2016. In October, Long Beach city officials held a special study…

LBLN January 2, 2017

Business Local News

Local Mexican eatery, Baja Sonora to open ‘Bajasonora on Wheels’ while retail complex undergoes remodel

(by ERIC GRAY, LBLN CONTRIBUTOR) - Mary Sophiea is the co owner of Baja Sonora, a local Mexican eatery which opened its doors in 1998 , almost 19 years ago…

LBLN January 2, 2017

Breaking News Local News

Burglar Shot, Killed by Resident in North Long Beach

On January 2, 2017 at 5:16 AM Long Beach Police Officers responded to a report of a shooting in the 200 block of Artesia Blvd. When LBPD officers arrived they…

LBLN January 2, 2017

Weather

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LBLN January 2, 2017

Breaking News Fire

One killed, Six injured during apartment fire in North Long Beach

One person was killed and six others were injured during an apartment fire in North Long Beach on New Year's Day, according to Long Beach Fire Department. The blaze began…

LBLN January 2, 2017

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