June 2019 - Long Beach Local News

Long Beach on the Spotlight with Netflix show

Long Beach has quite a good representation with Hollywood producers. Not only have best-selling artists began in Long Beach but even well-known television shows and movies have been filmed in…

LBLN June 27, 2019

Breaking News Collision Local News

91-Year-Old Man Killed, 8 Others Injured in Bixby Knolls

On Thursday, at 10:10 a.m., LBPD officers were dispatched to the area of Long Beach Blvd. south of 44th Street regarding a vehicle versus vehicle injury traffic collision, which resulted…

LBLN June 27, 2019

Community Housing Local News

HOPE: Affordable Housing in East Long Beach for Individuals with Special Needs

The City of Long Beach, in partnership with its nonprofit affiliate, The Long Beach Community Investment Company (LBCIC), joined with developer HOPE, Inc., to commemorate the grand opening of a…

LBLN June 27, 2019

Events Local News

Kaskade’s Sun Soaked Festival Cancelled

The third annual Sun Soaked Festival, hosted by world famous DJ, Kaskade, has been cancelled this year. This event was to take place July 13-14 at Alamitos Beach, just outside…

LBLN June 27, 2019

Breaking News Collision

Major collision with 9 patients involved at Long Beach Blvd. and 44th

Major traffic collision at Long Beach Blvd. and 44th street just before 10:00am today. Long Beach fire used the jaws of life to extracted passengers which included 5 children and…

LBLN June 27, 2019

Checkpoint

Police Plan DUI Drivers License Checkpoint This Weekend

The Long Beach Police Department’s (LBPD) Traffic Section will be conducting a DUI/Driver’s License Checkpoint on Saturday, June 29, 2019, between the hours of 6:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. in…

LBLN June 27, 2019

Crime Police

LBPD Arrest And Charge Three Robbery Suspects Caught on Security Camera

On June 19th felony charges were filed against three suspects for their involvement in multiple street robberies in Long Beach. https://youtu.be/7DeSsIPjAU8 On Monday, June 17th detectives arrested 20-year-old Dominick Smith…

LBLN June 26, 2019

Sports

John Ross III Foundation Hosts Their Annual Celebrity Basketball Game

The John Ross III celebrity basketball game will return this Sunday, June 30 at 4:30 at the Long Beach City College gym.Hip-hop legend and Long Beach local, Snoop Dogg, as…

LBLN June 26, 2019

Breaking News

LBPD seeking public’s help in identifying two grand theft suspects

The Long Beach Police Department’s Burglary Detail is seeking the public’s help in identifying two suspects believed to be involved in multiple grand thefts in the City of Long Beach…

LBLN June 26, 2019

Breaking News Crime Local News

One person shot on westside of Long Beach

https://youtu.be/08T_loDpPg4 One person shot on westside of Long Beach. The drive-by shooting occurred just after 7:30pm near 32nd and Baltic Ave. across from Silverado park. The victim was shot in…

LBLN June 24, 2019

Sports

New Coaching Staff for the Dirtbags in 2020 Announced

New Long Beach State head coach, Eric Valenzuela, announced his 2020 season baseball staff on Friday June 21, 2019 during their press conference held on Blair Field. Valenzuela welcomes to…

LBLN June 22, 2019

Community Events Shoreline Village

Shoreline Village #GrubClub every Friday 12-2pm this summer

https://youtu.be/dlAxI_K6VtU

LBLN June 21, 2019

City Event

Public Event to Celebrate Grand Opening of New Civic Center

On Monday, July 29, from 6-8 p.m. The City of Long Beach will celebrate the grand opening of the new Civic Center, which includes a new City Hall, Port Headquarters,…

LBLN June 21, 2019

Entertainment Events

8th annual Uptown Jazz Fest in Long Beach

California State Senator, Lena Gonzalez, as well as Councilmember Rex Richardson of District 9 and Councilwoman Jeannine Pearce of Council District 2, are pleased to announce the full lineup of…

LBLN June 21, 2019

Community Long Beach

Long Beach City College Citizens’ Oversight Committee Seeks New Member

Long Beach City College Citizens’ Oversight Committee which oversees District bond projects, is seeking a new member to represent a Bona-Fide Taxpayers’ Association. The application for this position will be…

LBLN June 20, 2019

Breaking News Fire Local News

Brush Fire Breaks Out on 405 Freeway at Redondo

Breakingnews Brush fire breaks out on the 405 near Redondo in Long Beach. https://youtu.be/Jyyweq63XlM Long Beach firefighters were dispatched just before 10pm tonight and quickly put out the blaze. The…

LBLN June 19, 2019

Breaking News Fire Local News

Long Beach Fire extinguish brush fire at El Dorado nature center

A brush fire broke out just after 5:30 PM today on the southeast side El Dorado nature Center. https://youtu.be/BLQDFCCOqho Long Beach fire along with LA and Orange county fire responded…

LBLN June 19, 2019

Entertainment

Second Annual Smokin’ Grooves boarded the Queen Mary

The second annual Smokin’ Grooves Festival sailed its way to the Queen Mary this past Saturday and brought the old and new school hip-hop and R&B vibes aboard.With the marine…

LBLN June 18, 2019

Politics Women's Rights

Long Beach City stands up against anti-abortion States

Today, Tuesday 18th June 2019 at 4pm the #StopTheBans pro-choice rally was held in front of City Hall in Long Beach. The event was organized by activist, speaker and author,…

LBLN June 18, 2019

City Politics Local News Politics

Long Beach City Council to possibly ban travel with city funds and economic sanctions on AL and GA

Today Long Beach City Council may consider banning travel to Alabama and Georgia due to their most recent anti-abortion laws. Long Beach along with Los Angeles are the first two…

LBLN June 18, 2019

Breaking News

Police shooting on Santa Fe and Carson

On Tuesday, 18th June at 10:30am an officer gunned down a person on the crossing of Carson via Ora and Santa Fe. Public Information Officer Kimberly Alexander confirms Carson's Deputy…

LBLN June 18, 2019

Breaking News Collision On the water

#Breakingnews Rescue crews searching for reported downed helicopter off Catalina Island.

Los Angeles County Fire Department, LA Sheriff’s and U.S. Coast Guard are searching in the Catalina area for reports of a helicopter that went down just after 9:30am this morning.…

LBLN June 18, 2019

Airport City Event

Mayor and 5th District Councilwoman unveil the first of many new signs planned in Long Beach

Today at 1pm Mayor, Robert Garcia and Councilwoman from the 5th District, Stacy Mungo were at the Long Beach Airport to unveil the new sign at the entrance. This is…

LBLN June 17, 2019

City Politics Environment Housing

Candidates’ latest announcements to run for 1st and 2nd District in Long Beach

Following the past weeks’ state Senate election, candidates running to represent the 1st District made their formal introductions and previewed announcements of their plans for the City of Long Beach.…

LBLN June 14, 2019

Crime Police

Suspect of fatal deputy shooting charged with murder

A Man from Utah was charged Thursday in the fatal shooting deaths of two people. One victim was a Los Angeles County Sheriff's deputy who was shot in the head…

LBLN June 13, 2019

City Event

Pet Adoption Day Saturday June 15th 2019

If you’ve been on the lookout for a new furry friend this is the event for you, Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Los Angeles (spcaLA) will be…

LBLN June 13, 2019

Community Health

Transformational gift to name Children’s Village in Honor of the late Cherese Mari Laulhere at the Memorialcare Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital in Long Beach

MemorialCare Miller Children’s and Women's Hospital in Long Beach is only 5% of all hospitals that specialize in children, which makes them a necessity not only for children, but also…

LBLN June 12, 2019

Arts Attractions City Event

Moonlight Movies on the Beach

Starting June 18 through August 20, 2019 Alfredo’s Beach Club will be presenting Moonlight Movies on the Beach. All movies are free for the public and all shows will begin…

LBLN June 11, 2019

Breaking News Crime Police

Person Of Interest Taken Into Custody in Long Beach for Shooting of LA Sheriff

Person of interest was detained at 10:40am in Long Beach on the block of 2400 Granada by Long Beach Police Department in regards to last night’s shooting of 13 year…

LBLN June 11, 2019

Weekly News

LBLN Weekly Update 6.10.19

https://youtu.be/G14dTZ-aOtM https://youtu.be/wwBh3HIyLCQ

LBLN June 10, 2019

Bixby Knolls Community Event Coverage

Whether you’re a local, new in town, or just passing through, you’ll be sure to find something at First Friday’s Bixby Knolls

https://youtu.be/rWcubitEhyo

LBLN June 9, 2019

Collision Local News Long Beach

Woman Killed, 5 Injured in Collision at Del Amo and Orange

Friday night at 10:25 p.m., officers were dispatched to Del Amo Boulevard and Orange Avenue regarding an injury traffic collision, which resulted in the death of a female adult. When Officers…

LBLN June 8, 2019

Sports

Four LBSU track and field athletes move on to the NCAA Championships

Four track and field athletes from Long Beach State will be moving on to the NCAA championships in Austin, Texas June 5-8 held at the Mike A. Myers Stadium. Senior…

LBLN June 6, 2019

Community Education

New Library Program Provides Free Literacy Tutoring for Adults

On Saturday June 15, 2019 the Long Beach Public Library will be launching its free literacy tutoring program, LB Reads. LB Reads is a free, one-on-one literacy tutoring program designed…

LBLN June 6, 2019

City Politics Homelessness Local News

Homeless Count in Long Beach Sees Slight Increase

While homelessness remains an issue in the city of Long Beach, new data published on Tuesday, June 4th showed an increase of just over 30 new homeless people living in…

LBLN June 6, 2019

Breaking News Crime Police

One Person Killed After Shooting in North Long Beach

On June 5, 2019, at approximately 4:20 p.m., officers responded to the 5500 block of Atlantic Ave. regarding a person with a gun call. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male…

LBLN June 5, 2019

Crime Police

VIDEO: LBPD Seek Public’s Help Locating Robbery Suspect

The Long Beach Police Department is seeking the public’s help in identifying three suspects wanted for multiple street robberies. https://youtu.be/7DeSsIPjAU8 The suspects are believed to have been involved in four…

LBLN June 5, 2019

Earthquake

Did You Feel It? 2 Earthquakes Strike Off Southern California Coast

Two earthquakes struck hours apart 3:45 am and 7:30am off the coast of San Clemente Island early Wednesday morning. The earthquake was felt from Dana Point, Newport Beach and as…

LBLN June 5, 2019

Breaking News Collision Crime

Police Chase Ends with Crash, 3 Victims Rushed to Local Hospitals

A police chase came to an end after the dui suspect crashed into another vehicle at Long Beach Blvd and 6th street just after 12:50am. LAPD was in pursuit of…

LBLN June 5, 2019

Elections Local News

June 4 Election Day for Long Beach’s State Senate

Tuesday is Election Day for a seat as Long Beach state senate and today is the last to vote for Long Beach and the neighboring towns along the 710 freeway.…

LBLN June 4, 2019

Breaking News

Long Beach Police seeking for public’s help in identifying hit and run suspects

The Long Beach Police Department’s Collision Investigation Detail is seeking the public’s help in identifying the drivers of a gray Dodge Challenger and a red Ford Mustang who are believed…

LBLN June 4, 2019

Community Filming Housing

HGTV Casting in Long Beach for Extreme Home Makeover

HGTV is casting for families in Long Beach, California to receive an extreme home makeover. They're looking for the most deserving families in the community the hometown heroes, the outstanding…

LBLN June 3, 2019

Weekly News

LBLN Weekly News 6.3.19

LBLN Weekly News Update 6.3.19 https://youtu.be/-X6NNqCOELM LBLN Community Calendar 6.3.19

LBLN June 3, 2019

Events

Agenda trade show cancelled this year in Long Beach

The Agenda fashion trade show that was to take place late June will be cancelled this year.This trade show takes place twice a year in Long Beach, once in January…

LBLN June 3, 2019

Business Culture Event Coverage

Latino Changemakers Gather at We All Grow Summit & Award Yalitza Aparicio at Hotel Maya

https://youtu.be/pdza_3EM9DE More info: weallgrowlatina.com

LBLN June 2, 2019

Port

China on U.S. Maritime Expansion Sanctions

A U.S. Congressional Bill will be voted on next month, which will pose sanctions over companies that help China’s expansion overseas. If passed, it will not stop Chinese Maritime Activity.…

LBLN June 2, 2019

Community Events Food

Tastea opens today at Long Beach Exchange

https://youtu.be/4ffNs-Ikudg

LBLN June 1, 2019

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