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  • City of Long Beach 2021 Martin Luther King Jr. Day Virtual Celebration
  • City of Long Beach Partners With Verizon to Bring Advanced Wireless Connectivity
  • Mayor, City Manager, Health Dept. Director Receive COVID-19 Vaccine and Discuss Rollout
  • One Person Found Dead After House Fire in Bixby Knolls
  • Mayor Garcia delivered his seventh State of the City address in Long Beach

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Community Holiday Long Beach 

City of Long Beach 2021 Martin Luther King Jr. Day Virtual Celebration

January 18, 2021January 18, 2021 LBLN

The City of Long Beach invites the community to participate in a virtual MLK Day of Celebration and Service on Monday, Jan.

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Business Community Long Beach 

City of Long Beach Partners With Verizon to Bring Advanced Wireless Connectivity

January 15, 2021January 15, 2021 LBLN

Long Beach, CA – The City of Long Beach has partnered with Verizon on an innovative project that will benefit

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Breaking News Corona-Virus Health 

Mayor, City Manager, Health Dept. Director Receive COVID-19 Vaccine and Discuss Rollout

January 14, 2021January 14, 2021 LBLN

Long Beach, CA – Today, Mayor Robert Garcia, Long Beach City Manager Tom Modica and Health and Human Services (Health

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Fire 

One Person Found Dead After House Fire in Bixby Knolls

January 14, 2021January 14, 2021 LBLN

Long Beach Fire responded to the 1000 block of Marcellus Street in Bixby Knolls around 11:30 p.m. on Wednesday night.

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Community Long Beach 

Mayor Garcia delivered his seventh State of the City address in Long Beach

January 13, 2021January 13, 2021 LBLN

Mayor Garcia delivered his seventh State of the City address at the Terrace Theater to a record online crowd who

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Airport Local News Long Beach 

COVID-19 Testing Site Opens at Long Beach Airport

January 13, 2021January 12, 2021 LBLN

Long Beach Airport (LGB), in partnership with Hawaiian Airlines, today welcomed its first COVID-19 testing site, available exclusively for the

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Breaking News Crime 

Man Shot during Car-to-Car Shooting in Long Beach

January 12, 2021January 12, 2021 LBLN

A man was shot while driving northbound on Cherry at 56th Street around 5:16pm in North Long Beach. The victim

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Crime 

Police Ask Public’s Help Identifying Suspect in Sexual Battery Incidents

January 12, 2021January 12, 2021 LBLN

The Long Beach Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect who detectives believe may be

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Community 

Molina Healthcare funds nearly $320,000 worth of PPE in California

January 11, 2021January 11, 2021 LBLN

LONG BEACH, Calif., Dec. 30, 2020 – Molina Healthcare of California (“Molina”) has funded nearly $320,000 worth of personal protective equipment

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Crime Homelessness 

Homeless man shot and killed in Long Beach

January 11, 2021January 11, 2021 LBLN

On Sunday arounf 8:10 p.m., Long Beach police officers were dispatched to the 2300 block of East 68th Street regarding

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Collision 

Woman struck and killed by vehicle near Cherry and Del Amo

January 8, 2021January 11, 2021 LBLN

A woman was struck and killed walking on a sidewalk when she was hit by a vehicle near Cherry and

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Missing Person 

Update Located: Police seek public’s help locating critical missing person Lester Jackson

January 8, 2021January 8, 2021 LBLN

Update 1/8/2021 at 2:30 p.m.: On Jan. 8, 2021 at approximately 1:15 p.m., critical missing person, Lester Jackson, was located

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Crime Update 

Update: Hit-and-Run Traffic Fatality at Atlantic and Market

January 6, 2021January 6, 2021 LBLN

On Jan. 5, 2021 at approximately 8:05 p.m., officers were dispatched to the area of Atlantic Avenue and Market Street

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Local News 

Woman killed by hit-and-run driver in Long Beach

January 5, 2021January 6, 2021 LBLN

A woman was struck by a vehicle heading southbound on Long Beach Blvd just south of Market street around 8:00pm

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Local News 

Free Outdoor Recreational Rentals for First Responders at Shoreline Village

January 5, 2021January 5, 2021 LBLN

In today’s trying times it’s more important than ever to find activities that are safe, outdoors, and that keep your

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Community Hospital 

Community hospital reopens under new leadership to help relieve pressure from local hospitals

January 5, 2021January 4, 2021 LBLN

Long Beach, CA – The City of Long Beach announced that Community Hospital Long Beach (CHLB) has been granted a

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Crime 

Update: LBPD Looting Task Force Nets Additional Arrests

December 30, 2020January 4, 2021 LBLN

Update Looting Task Force Nets Additional Arrests 12/29/20:On June 1, 2020, the Long Beach Police Department formed the Looting Task

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Community Local News Music 

New Year’s Eve Concert Streamed Live on LBLN Supporting Bands and Venues

December 28, 2020December 31, 2020 LBLN

WATCH HERE: https://fb.watch/2KrOxUCns0/ New Year’s Eve Concert Streamed Live presented by Long Beach Blues Society in partnership with Long Beach Local

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 12.28

December 28, 2020January 4, 2021 LBLN city update

By the Numbers (Long Beach only):   30,600 total positive results  2,881 new cases since last update (Dec. 23) Seven-day positivity

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Community Health 

Long Beach Beaches Temporarily Closed Due to Sewage Spill

December 26, 2020January 4, 2021 LBLN

Long Beach City Health Officer, Dr. Anissa Davis, ordered all coastal swimming areas in Long Beach to temporarily close for

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Local News 

Laserfiche provides meals at the Long Beach Rescue Mission for the whole month of December

December 22, 2020December 22, 2020 LBLN
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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 12.21

December 21, 2020December 21, 2020 LBLN city update

By the Numbers (Long Beach only):  26,281 total positive results 1,659 new cases since Friday Seven-day positivity rate: 13.6 117.1

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Arts Community Transportation 

Long Beach Transit gets into the Creative Flow Holiday Spirit

December 21, 2020December 21, 2020 LBLN

More info: ridelbt.com

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Community Development Hospital 

The Children’s Village will bring all of MemorialCare Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital Long Beach pediatric specialties under one roof

December 19, 2020December 18, 2020 LBLN

It takes a village to care for sick children, and MemorialCare Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital Long Beach is beginning

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 12.18

December 18, 2020December 18, 2020 LBLN city update

By the Numbers (Long Beach only):  24,622 total positive results 547 new cases since yesterday Seven-day positivity rate: 12.9% 106.4

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

City Partners With Local Hospital to Administer First Round of COVID-19 Vaccinations in Long Beach

December 18, 2020January 4, 2021 LBLN

Today, the City of Long Beach announced that COVID-19 vaccinations to frontline healthcare workers have begun. Brandon Gatling, a registered

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Community Education Long Beach City College 

Long Beach City College celebrates completion of new innovative parking structure

December 17, 2020December 17, 2020 LBLN

The four-level facility, funded by local taxpayers who supported the college’s bond measures, adds 530 PCC-convenient parking stalls and encourages

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Fire 

2nd Alarm Fire at Apartment Carport in Long beach

December 16, 2020December 17, 2020 LBLN

2nd Alarm fire broke out at an apartment carport and extended into an auto body shop around 8:15pm on Wednesday

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 12.14

December 14, 2020December 14, 2020 LBLN city update

By the Numbers (Long Beach only):  21,075 total positive results 987 new cases since last update (Dec. 10)* Seven-day positivity

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Community Education Long Beach City College 

Long Beach City College celebrates completion of auditorium renovation

December 10, 2020December 10, 2020 LBLN

Long Beach City College will celebrate completion of a $29-million renovation of the Liberal Arts Campus Auditorium with a virtual

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Long Beach Port Transportation 

Shipping Containers Heading to Long Beach Fall during Storm

December 10, 2020December 9, 2020 LBLN

Ocean Network Express (ONE) says 1,816 containers fell into the ocean during a storm as the ship crossed the Pacific

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Breaking News Collision Port 

Long Beach Fire Extract Woman From Vehicle After Crash At Port Of Long Beach

December 9, 2020December 9, 2020 LBLN

On Wednesday around 8PM, Long Beach Fire Department responded to the Port of Long Beach for a woman in her

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Corona-Virus Health 

City of Long Beach to Reopen Playgrounds In Alignment with State’s Regional Stay at Home Order

December 9, 2020December 9, 2020 LBLN

Long Beach, CA – In alignment with changes to the State of California’s Regional Stay at Home Order, the Long

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Celebrity Education Local News 

Nickelodeon & Comedian Gabriel Iglesias Feature Long Beach Middle School on Popular Kid’s Show

December 9, 2020December 9, 2020 LBLN

Long Beach, CA (December 10, 2020)- [Intellectual Virtues Academy of Long Beach], a free public middle school in Long Beach,

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Local News 

Toy Drive Drive-Thru at Roxanne’s this Weekend

December 8, 2020December 8, 2020 LBLN
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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 12.07

December 7, 2020December 7, 2020 LBLN city update

By the Numbers (Long Beach only):  18,370 total positive results 820 new cases since Friday  Seven-day positivity rate: 8.4% 41.7

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Breaking News Corona-Virus Health 

Stay-at-home order takes effect in Long Beach

December 5, 2020December 5, 2020 LBLN

On December 3, 2020, Governor Gavin Newsom announced a new Regional Stay at Home Order that would go into effect

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 12.04

December 4, 2020December 4, 2020 LBLN city update

By the Numbers (Long Beach only):  17,550 total positive results 148 new cases since yesterday Seven-day positivity rate: 6.8% 36.7

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Corona-Virus Health 

City of Long Beach Releases Statement Regarding Statewide Stay at Home Order

December 4, 2020December 4, 2020 LBLN

As the unprecedented increase in COVID-19 cases continues to threaten hospitalization capacity, Governor Gavin Newsom announced today that the state

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Collision 

Driver arrested in DUI hit-and-run crash in Long Beach

December 3, 2020December 3, 2020 LBLN

On Wednesday, at 7:15 p.m, officers responded to an injury hit and run collision in the area of Pacific Coast Highway

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 11.30

November 30, 2020November 30, 2020 LBLN city update

The City of Long Beach continues to see an alarming rise in COVID-19 cases. This unfortunate trend, which also is

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Covid-19 Health 

Surge in Long Beach COVID-19 Cases

November 30, 2020November 30, 2020 LBLN

Official Statement by the City of Long Beach Health Department Regarding the Surge in COVID-19 Cases As COVID-19 transmission rates

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Community Long Beach 

Local organizations help give to families in need this Thanksgiving

November 26, 2020November 25, 2020 LBLN

Donate here: https://cdymca2020.funraise.org/

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Community Holiday Homelessness Long Beach 

Long Beach Rescue Mission receives large donation just before Thanksgiving dinner

November 25, 2020November 25, 2020 LBLN

More info about Long Beach Rescue Mission: https://lbrm.org/

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Missing Person 

Update located: Police seek public’s help locating critical missing person George Crout

November 25, 2020November 28, 2020 LBLN

Update 11/27/2020 at 11:10am:On November 27, 2020, officers confirmed critical missing person, George Clevland Crout Jr., returned home safely and

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Long Beach Transportation 

Giving thanks with Long Beach Transit employees and customers

November 24, 2020November 23, 2020 LBLN
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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 11.23

November 23, 2020November 23, 2020 LBLN city update

By the Numbers (Long Beach only):  15,226 total positive results 102 new cases since yesterday*   Seven-day positivity rate: 5.9% 22.7

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Health Hospital 

Take a ride with Access & Transport at MemorialCare Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital Long Beach

November 21, 2020November 21, 2020 LBLN

More info: millerchildrrens.org/transport

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health Holiday 

City of Long Beach Reminds Residents to Celebrate Safely Over Thanksgiving Weekend

November 20, 2020November 24, 2020 LBLN thanksgiving

The City of Long Beach wants everyone to enjoy the upcoming holidays. As the holiday season is a time for

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Airport 

Southwest Airlines Announces New Hawaii Service from Long Beach Airport

November 19, 2020November 24, 2020 LBLN

Long Beach, CA – Southwest Airlines announced today that it will launch daily nonstop service from Long Beach Airport (LGB) to Honolulu

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Business Long Beach 

City Launches BizCare Program to Support Small Businesses Impacted by Pandemic

November 18, 2020November 24, 2020 LBLN

Long Beach, CA – Today, via livestream, the City unveiled a new program, Long Beach BizCare, that will support small

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 11.16

November 16, 2020November 24, 2020 LBLN city update

By the Numbers (Long Beach only):  14,330 total positive results 318 new cases since Thursday   Seven-day positivity rate: 4.3% 12.9

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Crime Police 

Long Beach Police Chase Robbery Suspect Vehicle in Long Beach

November 14, 2020November 14, 2020 LBLN

On Saturday at 3:20 p.m., LBPD officers were flagged down by a pedestrian in the area of 10th street and Long Beach Boulevard.

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

Long Beach Offers Combination COVID-19 and Flu Tests

November 13, 2020November 13, 2020 LBLN

The City of Long Beach is offering free combination flu and COVID-19 tests at City-run testing locations to help prevent the

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Health 

Port of Long Beach to Offer Free Flu Shots

November 12, 2020November 12, 2020 LBLN

Free flu vaccinations will be available to the public for one day only at the Port of Long Beach’s COVID-19

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 11.06

November 6, 2020November 6, 2020 LBLN city update

By the Numbers (Long Beach only):  13,575 total positive results 25 new cases since yesterday   Seven-day positivity rate: 3.2% 7.8

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Breaking News Crime 

3 people shot, wounded in Long Beach

November 5, 2020November 5, 2020 LBLN

On November 5th, 2020, at approximately 4:40 pm,  LBPD officers responded to the 700 block of Chestnut Avenue regarding a hit

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 11.02

November 2, 2020November 2, 2020 LBLN city update

By the Numbers (Long Beach only):  13,364 total positive results 134 new cases since Friday   Seven-day positivity rate: 3.4% 7.8

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Airport Local News 

Long Beach Airport Prepares Gulfstream Space for Lease

October 29, 2020October 29, 2020 LBLN

Long Beach, CA – In response to the Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation’s (Gulfstream) recent announcement that it will draw down operations

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Education Health Library Local News 

City of Long Beach to Distribute Early Learning Developmental Supplies

October 28, 2020October 28, 2020 LBLN

Long Beach, CA – The City of Long Beach today announced that it will offer free early childhood developmental kits

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Crime 

Update: LBPD Looting Task Force Nets Additional Arrests

October 28, 2020October 28, 2020 LBLN

Update Looting Task Force Nets Additional Arrests 10/28/20: On June 1, 2020, the Long Beach Police Department formed the Looting

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Community Homelessness Housing 

Supervisor Hahn Approves Supportive Housing Motel Conversions

October 28, 2020October 28, 2020 LBLN

Los Angeles County Supervisor Janice Hahn approved plans to purchase four motels in her district and convert them to supportive

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Hospital Long Beach 

Groundbreaking research at MemorialCare Medical Center Long Beach Heart & Vascular Institute

October 27, 2020October 27, 2020 LBLN

More info: https://www.memorialcare.org/services/heart-vascular-care

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 10.26

October 26, 2020October 28, 2020 LBLN city update

By the Numbers (Long Beach only):  13,048 total positive results 94 new cases since Friday   Seven-day positivity rate: 3.3% 7.2

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Arts Transportation 

Long Beach Transit spotlights local art in Downtown for National Art Day

October 25, 2020October 28, 2020 LBLN

LONG BEACH, CALIFORNIA (October 23, 2020) – Long Beach Transit is launching a new public art installation at the First

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 10.23

October 23, 2020October 23, 2020 LBLN city update

By the Numbers (Long Beach only):  12,954 total positive results 84 new cases since yesterday  Seven-day positivity rate: 3.2% 6.8

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Collision 

Woman struck and killed by hit-and-run semi-truck

October 22, 2020October 22, 2020 LBLN

On Wednesday at approximately 9:00 p.m., LBPD officers responded to a traffic collision involving a semi-truck with an attached trailer

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Local News 

Long Beach City College offering new cannabis course

October 21, 2020October 21, 2020 LBLN

More info: https://www.lbcc.edu/post/introduction-cannabis-industry

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 10.19

October 19, 2020October 19, 2020 LBLN

By the Numbers (Long Beach only):  12,665 total positive results 118 new cases since Thursday  Seven-day positivity rate: 3.0% 6.5

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Crime 

Man shot, wounded this morning in Scherer Park

October 14, 2020October 14, 2020 LBLN

On Wednesday at 4:05 am, LBPD officers at the North Patrol Substation heard a gunshot at a nearby park and

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Crime 

Wild police chase of a stolen U-Haul truck ending in North Long Beach

October 12, 2020October 13, 2020 LBLN

Wild police chase of a stolen U-haul truck that started in Buena Park and ended at Scherer Park in North

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 10.12

October 12, 2020October 12, 2020 LBLN city update

By the Numbers (Long Beach only):  12,431 total positive results 75 new cases since Friday  Seven-day positivity rate: 3.3% 7.1

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Earthquake 

City Encourages Residents to Participate in the Great ShakeOut Earthquake Drill

October 9, 2020October 9, 2020 LBLN

The City of Long Beach is encouraging all residents, businesses, schools and visitors to take part in this year’s “Great

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 10.9

October 9, 2020October 9, 2020 LBLN city update

By the Numbers (Long Beach only):  12,356 total positive results 45 new cases since yesterday  Seven-day positivity rate: 3.7% 7.7

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Crime 

LBPD Arrest Murder Suspect in Long Beach

October 6, 2020October 6, 2020 LBLN

On October 5, 2020, at approximately 2:15 p.m., detectives searching for a murder suspect attempted a traffic stop on a

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Holiday Long Beach 

City of Long Beach Issues Guidance for Celebrating Halloween Safely

October 6, 2020October 6, 2020 LBLN

As residents begin to plan for the upcoming holiday season beginning with Halloween, the City is providing guidance for celebrating

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Crime 

Long Beach Police Pursuit with Possible Murder Suspect with a Gun

October 5, 2020October 5, 2020 LBLN

On Monday at 2:15pm, LBPD detectives were searching for a murder suspect in the area of 6th street and Cerritos.

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 10.5

October 5, 2020October 5, 2020 LBLN city update

By the Numbers (Long Beach only):  12,129 total positive results 126 new cases since Thursday Seven-day positivity rate: 3.4% 6.9

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Crime 

3-Year-Old and Adult Male Shot in Long Beach

October 5, 2020October 5, 2020 LBLN

On Sunday at 10:45pm Long Beach Police officers were called to 1100 block of E 10th Street regarding a shooting

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Collision 

Fatal Traffic Collision on PCH in Long Beach

September 30, 2020September 30, 2020 LBLN

On Tuesday at 5:00 p.m., Long Beach Police officers were dispatched to the area of Pacific Coast Highway, south of

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 9.28

September 28, 2020October 2, 2020 LBLN city update

By the Numbers (Long Beach only):  11,843 total positive results 82 new cases since Friday Seven-day positivity rate: 3.8% 6.7

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Health 

MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center takes extra CARE for preventative cancer screening patients

September 26, 2020December 11, 2020 LBLN

More info: https://bit.ly/3iZAYhP

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 9.25

September 25, 2020September 25, 2020 LBLN city update

By the Numbers (Long Beach only):  11,761 total positive results 34 new cases since yesterday Seven-day positivity rate: 3.9% 7.3

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Education Long Beach City College 

Long Beach City College Labor Center Opens with Virtual Ceremony

September 25, 2020September 25, 2020 LBLN

The LBCC Labor Center, located at the Pacific Coast Campus, will provide labor-related experiences for students including activities and events facilitated

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Breaking News Crime 

Police Investigate Homicide in Long Beach Park

September 25, 2020September 25, 2020 LBLN

Long Beach Police are investigating a fatal shooting at Gumbiner Park near 7th and Alamitos ave. in Mid-Long Beach. Witnesses

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Collision 

Overturned Vehicle Collides with Restaurant Parklet

September 24, 2020September 24, 2020 LBLN

On Wednesday at 11:25 p.m., Long Beach police officers responded to the 5600 block of E. 2nd Street regarding a

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Local News 

Why it’s important we all get counted in the Census 2020

September 23, 2020September 23, 2020 LBLN

You can get counted by logging onto www.my2020census.gov or by calling (844) 330-2020.

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Missing Person 

LBPD asking for the public’s help in locating 22-year-old critical missing person

September 23, 2020September 23, 2020 LBLN

The Long Beach Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating 22-year-old critical missing person, Christian Garcia, who

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 9.21

September 21, 2020September 21, 2020 LBLN city update

By the Numbers (Long Beach only):  11,550 total positive results 110 new cases since Friday Seven-day positivity rate: 4.0% 6.8

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Earthquake Long Beach 

4.6 Magnitude Earthquake felt in Long Beach

September 18, 2020September 19, 2020 LBLN

A 4.6 earthquake near El Monte according to USGS was felt in the city of Long Beach and surrounding cities

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 9.18

September 18, 2020September 18, 2020 LBLN

By the Numbers (Long Beach only):  11,440 total positive results 61 new cases since yesterday Seven-day positivity rate: 3.8% 6.1

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Crime 

LBPD Looting Task Force ID Additional Suspects

September 18, 2020September 18, 2020 LBLN

Update Looting Task Force Nets Additional Arrests 9/18/20:On June 1, 2020, the Long Beach Police Department formed the Looting Task

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 9.14

September 14, 2020September 14, 2020 LBLN

By the Numbers (Long Beach only):  11,199 total positive results 65 new cases since Friday Seven-day positivity rate: 4.1% 6.7

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Long Beach Transportation 

Long Beach Transit Ambassadors interact & ensure safety of passengers

September 14, 2020September 15, 2020 LBLN
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California State University of Long Beach Corona-Virus Covid-19 

CSULB Extends Virtual Learning to Spring 2021 Semester

September 12, 2020September 12, 2020 LBLN

California State University of Long Beach President Jane Close Conoley announced that the university will be continuing virtual learning throughout

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Long Beach Port 

The new Port of Long Beach Gerald Desmond Bridge Replacement Project is weeks away from completion

September 12, 2020September 15, 2020 LBLN

More info: https://newgdbridge.com

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 9.11

September 11, 2020September 15, 2020 LBLN city update

By the Numbers (Long Beach only):  11,134 total positive results 46 new cases since yesterday Seven-day positivity rate: 4.3% 7.8

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Airport Long Beach 

F-18 Fighter Jets at Long Beach Airport This Weekend

September 11, 2020September 15, 2020 LBLN

On Friday, September 11, two U.S. Marine Corps F/A-18 aircraft will be arriving at Long Beach Airport (LGB). F/A-18 aircraft

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Breaking News Crime 

LBPD Detectives ID Three Suspects in Connection with Deadly Shooting

September 10, 2020September 15, 2020 LBLN

On September 10, 2020, at approximately 12:30 p.m., Long Beach Police Officers were dispatched to the 400 block of Atlantic

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Breaking News Crime 

Fatal shooting in Downtown Long Beach

September 10, 2020September 10, 2020 LBLN

On Thursday at 12:30 p.m., Long Beach Police officers were dispatched to the 400 block of Atlantic regarding a shooting

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Breaking News Crime 

Man shot and killed after argument in Long Beach

September 8, 2020September 9, 2020 LBLN

On Tuesday morning at 7:00 am, LBPD officers responded to the area of 10th and Cherry regarding reports of shots fired.

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Crime 

LBPD Arrest Two Suspects for Human Trafficking of Three Minors

September 4, 2020September 4, 2020 LBLN

A human trafficking investigation has led to the recovery of three female juveniles reported as missing persons, and the arrest

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Local News 

COVID-19 City Update: 9.04

September 4, 2020September 4, 2020 LBLN

By the Numbers (Long Beach only):  10,852 total positive results 37 new cases since yesterday Seven-day positivity rate: 4.8% 8.2

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Health Weather 

Heat wave expected in Long Beach over Labor Day weekend

September 3, 2020September 3, 2020 LBLN

Excessive heat warning remains in effect from Friday 10am to 8pm Monday according to the National Weather Service. Extreme heat

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 8.31

August 31, 2020August 31, 2020 LBLN city update

By the Numbers (Long Beach only):    10,524 total positive results 87 new cases since Friday Seven-day positivity rate: 5.2% 10.5

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Community Homelessness Long Beach City College 

Helping homeless student fundraiser at Long Beach City College – Virtual style

August 31, 2020August 31, 2020 LBLN

Join the Helping the Homeless Students Associate Group in their first ever online fundraising event on Sunday, September 13 from

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Missing Person 

UPDATE LOCATED: Critical Missing Person 72-Year-Old James Carson

August 31, 2020September 2, 2020 LBLN

UPDATE LOCATED: Critical missing person, James Carson, has been located unharmed in the City of Long Beach. Have you seen

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Health 

MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center dedicates a stroke room with telemedicine capabilities

August 30, 2020August 30, 2020 LBLN

Nearly 2 million brain cells die each minute a stroke goes untreated, increasing risk of permanent brain damage, disability or

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 8.28

August 28, 2020August 28, 2020 LBLN

By the Numbers (Long Beach only):    10,437 total positive results 79 new cases since yesterday Seven-day positivity rate: 8.8% 168

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 8.24

August 24, 2020August 24, 2020 LBLN city update

By the Numbers (Long Beach only):    10,147 total positive results 131 new cases since Friday Seven-day positivity rate (updated M/W/F):

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Health Long Beach Weather 

Long Beach City Health Officer extend air-conditioned cooling centers

August 24, 2020September 2, 2020 LBLN

With high temperatures continued, Long Beach City Health Officer Dr. Anissa Davis has extended the activation of air-conditioned cooling centers

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Local News 

COVID-19 City Update: 8.21

August 21, 2020August 21, 2020 LBLN

By the Numbers (Long Beach only):    10,016 total positive results 86 new cases since yesterday Seven-day positivity rate (updated M/W/F):

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 8.17

August 17, 2020September 2, 2020 LBLN city update

By the Numbers (Long Beach only):    9,736 total positive results Seven-day positivity rate (updated M/W/F): 9.0% 190 fatalities 80 people

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Collision Long Beach 

1-Year-Old Struck and Killed by Vehicle in Long Beach

August 16, 2020August 17, 2020 LBLN

On Saturday at 8:05 p.m., Long Beach police officers were dispatched to the area of Lei Drive and Polynesian Drive

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 8.14

August 14, 2020August 14, 2020 LBLN city update

By the Numbers (Long Beach only):    9,552 total positive results 189 fatalities 78 people hospitalized  Approximately 8,293 recovered (Please note

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Community Long Beach Transportation 

Long Beach Transit Ambassadors interact & ensure passenger safety

August 12, 2020August 17, 2020 LBLN

Long Beach Transit Ambassador Program has uniformed security officers with specializedpublic transit training, who will ride LBT’s system to provide

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

Mayor’s Stepfather Dies From COVID-19 Complications

August 10, 2020August 12, 2020 LBLN Robert garcia

Greg O’Donnell, stepfather to Mayor Robert Garcia passed away due to complications from COVID-19. “We are incredibly saddened to share

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 8.10

August 10, 2020August 12, 2020 LBLN city update

An underreporting of COVID-19 cases has been discovered due to technology issues with the electronic laboratory reporting system which reports

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 8.07

August 7, 2020August 12, 2020 LBLN city update

Note an underreporting of COVID-19 cases has been discovered due to technology issues with the electronic laboratory reporting system which

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Missing Person 

UPDATE LOCATED: Critical Missing Person Davontay Marquise Clark

August 5, 2020August 6, 2020 LBLN

Update Located 8/5/20: On August 5, 2020, at approximately 5:00 pm, Long Beach Police Department officers located Clark in the

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Crime Police 

Man shot and killed in mid Long Beach

August 5, 2020August 12, 2020 LBLN

On Tuesday at 4:16 PM., Long Beach police officers were dispatched to a shooting call in the 700 block of

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 8.03

August 3, 2020August 3, 2020 LBLN city update

By the Numbers (Long Beach only):    8,362 total positive results 178 fatalities 91 people hospitalized  Approximately 6,950 recovered (Please note

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City Politics Community Long Beach 

City of Long Beach Unveils Proposed 2021 Budget

August 3, 2020August 3, 2020 LBLN

Today, the City of Long Beach unveiled its Proposed Fiscal Year 2021 (FY 21) Budget. The Proposed FY 21 Budget

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 7.31

July 31, 2020August 4, 2020 LBLN city update

By the Numbers (Long Beach only):    8,142 total positive results 177 fatalities 97 people hospitalized  Approximately 6,650 recovered (Please note

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Community Health Long Beach City College 

LBCC nursing students gain real-life experience at Long Beach City Rapid Clinic

July 31, 2020July 31, 2020 LBLN

Working in conjunction with the City of Long Beach and the Long Beach Department of Health and Human Services, the

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Airport Long Beach 

Long Beach Airport Sees Uptick in Flights

July 30, 2020July 30, 2020 LBLN

Long Beach, CA – Long Beach Airport (LGB) continues to see a slow but steady recovery in flight schedules, up

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Health Long Beach 

MemorialCare Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital Leads with New Spinal Surgery Technology

July 30, 2020August 4, 2020 LBLN

MemorialCare Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital Long Beach is now the only children’s hospital from the South Bay to Orange

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 7.27

July 27, 2020July 27, 2020 LBLN city update

By the Numbers (Long Beach only):    7,582 total positive results 163 fatalities 106 people hospitalized  Approximately 5,994 recovered (Please note

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

Mayor’s Mother Passes Due to COVID-19

July 27, 2020August 4, 2020 LBLN

Gaby O’Donnell, the mother of Long Beach mayor Robert Garcia has died after contracting COVID-19. “It is with deep sadness

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 7.24

July 24, 2020July 24, 2020 LBLN city update

By the Numbers (Long Beach only):    7,368 total positive results 161 fatalities 97 people hospitalized  Approximately 5,669 recovered (Please note

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Crime Long Beach 

Long Beach man killed in hit-and-run

July 24, 2020July 24, 2020 LBLN

On Thursday at 10:40 pm, Long Beach Police Officers responded to a traffic collision involving a vehicle and a pedestrian.

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Crime Long Beach Police 

15-year-old shot and wounded in Long Beach

July 23, 2020July 23, 2020 LBLN

On 7/23/20 at approximately 10:55 am, Long Beach police officers were dispatched to the 40 block of West 49th Street regarding

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 7.20

July 20, 2020July 24, 2020 LBLN city update

By the Numbers (Long Beach only):    6,522 total positive results 159 fatalities 104 people hospitalized  Approximately 4,955 recovered (Please note

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 7.17

July 17, 2020July 17, 2020 LBLN city update

By the Numbers (Long Beach only):    6,334 total positive results 158 fatalities 105 people hospitalized  Approximately 4,736 recovered (Please note

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Community Long Beach Police 

LBPD Looting Task Force Nets Multiple Arrests

July 16, 2020July 24, 2020 LBLN

The Long Beach Police Department (LBPD) created a Looting Task Force in response to civil unrest that took place in

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Community Long Beach Transportation 

Long Beach Transit operators keep the city moving

July 15, 2020July 15, 2020 LBLN
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Breaking News Collision 

Pedestrian struck and killed in vehicle collision

July 15, 2020July 15, 2020 LBLN

On 7/15/2020 at approximately 12:25 p.m., officers were dispatched to the intersection of 37th Street and Cherry Avenue regarding a vehicle

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 7.13

July 13, 2020July 15, 2020 LBLN

By the Numbers (Long Beach only):    5,616 total positive results 149 fatalities 97 people hospitalized  Approximately 4,102 recovered (Please note

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

Governor Newsom Announces Further Closures to Slow the Spread of COVID-19

July 13, 2020July 15, 2020 LBLN

Governor Newsom and the State of California have announced additional closures to indoor operations in many counties, including all Southern

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Missing Person Update 

UPDATE Located: 10-year-old critical missing person Leilani Sucess Collins

July 11, 2020July 15, 2020 LBLN

Update 7/11/20: On July 11, 2020, at approximately 12:40 p.m., detectives were able to learn the whereabouts of the missing

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Community Development Education 

Day Camps are Vital to the Under-served: A perspective from four social workers

July 10, 2020July 10, 2020 LBLN

Summertime for children and youth usually means swimming pools, free time spent with friends, and one other great equalizer: day

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Airport 

F-18 Fighter Jets To Conduct Training At Long Beach Airport This Weekend

July 10, 2020July 10, 2020 LBLN

Two U.S. Marine Corps F/A-18 aircraft will be conducting training operations at Long Beach Airport Friday through Sunday. They are significantly louder

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 7.10

July 10, 2020July 10, 2020 LBLN city update

By the Numbers (Long Beach only):    5,246 total positive results 145 fatalities 87 people hospitalized  Approximately 3,861 recovered (Please note

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Airport Breaking News 

JetBlue operations fly away from Long Beach Airport to LAX

July 9, 2020July 9, 2020 LBLN

Long Beach, CA – JetBlue announced today it will make Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) its primary base of operations in greater Los

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Health Long Beach 

Case of West Nile Virus Reported in Long Beach

July 8, 2020July 8, 2020 LBLN

Long Beach, CA – The first human case of West Nile virus (WNV) this mosquito season was reported in Long

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Missing Person 

UPDATE: Located Critical Missing Person Christopher James Timmons

July 7, 2020July 9, 2020 LBLN

Updated 7/9/20: On July 9, 2020, detectives were notified that missing person Timmons was located by the Los Angeles Police

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health Local News 

COVID-19 City Update: 7.6

July 6, 2020July 6, 2020 LBLN city update

By the Numbers (Long Beach only):    4,472 total positive results 136 fatalities  75 people hospitalized  Approximately 3,399 recovered (Please note

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Health 

City of Long Beach Temporary Flavored Tobacco Ban Enforcement

July 3, 2020July 3, 2020 LBLN

The City of Long Beach reminds retailers that effective today, all flavored tobacco must be removed and cannot be sold

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Community Covid-19 Housing 

City of Long Beach Now Accepting Applications for Emergency Rental Assistance

July 1, 2020July 1, 2020 LBLN

Long Beach, CA – The City today announced that application forms and program materials are available for a newly launched

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Crime Long Beach 

3rd Long Beach Fatal Shooting in Last 3 Days

July 1, 2020July 1, 2020 LBLN

Long Beach has seen a spike in shootings in the last few days, the latest fatal shooing was last night

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Crime Long Beach Police Update 

UPDATE: Three Women Shot, One Killed at Long Beach Candlelight Vigil

June 30, 2020June 30, 2020 LBLN

On June 29, 2020, at approximately 9:00 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 5800 block of Orange Avenue regarding a

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Local News Long Beach 

Long Beach to Close Beaches Over Fourth of July Weekend

June 30, 2020June 30, 2020 LBLN

The City announced today that, in alignment with Los Angeles County, Long Beach beaches will be closed to the public

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Covid-19 Health 

Should I Wear A Mask?

June 30, 2020June 30, 2020 LBLN california, cdc, coronavirus, covid-19, doctors, facemask, mask, mask shaming, politics, who health

Current recommendations by the US Centers for Disease Control (“CDC”) and the World Health Organization (“WHO”) state that masks provide

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Local News 

Triple shooting near Orange and South in North Long Beach

June 29, 2020June 30, 2020 LBLN

Three women were shot, one fatally, at a vigil held for a shooting victim in Long Beach Monday evening, police

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 6.29

June 29, 2020June 29, 2020 LBLN city update

By the Numbers (Long Beach only):    3,799 total positive results 130 fatalities  79 people hospitalized  Approximately 2,750 recovered (Please note

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Breaking News Crime Local News 

16-year-old male shot in North Long Beach

June 29, 2020June 29, 2020 LBLN

This is the 5th shooting in 12 hours in the City of Long Beach. The latest shooting was a 16-year-old

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health Holiday Queen Mary 

Dark Harbor Postponed Until 2021

June 29, 2020June 29, 2020 LBLN

Epic Entertainment has confirmed that the 2020 season of The Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor has been officially canceled due to

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Breaking News Community Covid-19 Long Beach 

Mandatory Closure of Bars in Los Angeles County Including Long Beach

June 28, 2020June 28, 2020 LBLN

Long Beach, CA – Today, California Governor Gavin Newsom announced the mandatory closure of bars in Los Angeles County in

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 6.26

June 26, 2020June 26, 2020 LBLN city update

By the Numbers (Long Beach only):    3,643 total positive results 125 fatalities  77 people hospitalized  Approximately 2,614 recovered (Please note

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Holiday 

City Encourages Residents to Celebrate Safely at Home This Fourth of July

June 26, 2020June 26, 2020 LBLN 4th of july

The City is encouraging everyone to safely enjoy the 4th of July holiday, and takes seriously the job of enforcing

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Community Long Beach Transportation 

Long Beach Transit operators keep the city moving

June 26, 2020June 26, 2020 LBLN
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Community Long Beach Long Beach City College 

Incoming LBCC Students Receive Chromebook Laptops

June 24, 2020June 24, 2020 LBLN

The Long Beach Center for Economic Inclusion (LBCEI) presented Long Beach City College (LBCC) a donation of 100 Chromebook laptop

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Crime 

Two Found Shot To Death In Long Beach After Home Break-In

June 23, 2020June 24, 2020 LBLN

On June 23, 2020, at approximately 12:10 a.m., officers were dispatched to the 1000 block of Almond Court to a

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 6.22

June 22, 2020June 26, 2020 LBLN

By the Numbers (Long Beach only):    3,042 total positive results  120 fatalities  70 people hospitalized  Approximately 2,359 recovered (Please note

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 6.19

June 19, 2020June 19, 2020 LBLN city update

By the Numbers (Long Beach only):    2,934 total positive results  118 fatalities  73 people hospitalized  Approximately 2,225 recovered (Please note

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Business Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

City to Distribute Free Face Shields to Long Beach Bars, Restaurants and Personal Care Establishments

June 19, 2020June 19, 2020 LBLN

Today and this weekend, the City of Long Beach will distribute free face shields to Long Beach-based bars, restaurants and

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Community Long Beach 

Long Beach Parks to Offer Summer Food Service for Children and Youth

June 18, 2020June 26, 2020 LBLN

For the 41st year in a row, the City of Long Beach Department of Parks, Recreation and Marine (PRM) will

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 6.12

June 15, 2020June 15, 2020 LBLN city update

By the Numbers (Long Beach only):    2,634 total positive results  114 fatalities  76 people hospitalized  Approximately 2,036 recovered (Please note

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Community Crime 

Racist rants caught on camera now police seek help locating Long Beach women

June 13, 2020June 13, 2020 LBLN

A woman was seen on multiple viral videos were she unleashed racist remarks against three people at a park in

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 6.12

June 12, 2020June 12, 2020 LBLN

By the Numbers (Long Beach only):    2,565 total positive results  110 fatalities  79 people hospitalized  Approximately 1,923 recovered (Please note

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Business Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

Long Beach Launches SafeBiz, Physical Distancing Self-Certification for Businesses

June 11, 2020June 26, 2020 LBLN

 Today, the City of Long Beach launched SafeBiz, a web-interface which allows businesses, which may open according to the “Safer at

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 6.08

June 8, 2020June 8, 2020 LBLN city update

By the Numbers (Long Beach only):    2,273 total positive results  100 fatalities  83 people hospitalized  Approximately 1,662 recovered (Please note

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Police 

Long Beach Police Officer Fired for Posting Graphc Photos on Social Media

June 5, 2020June 5, 2020 LBLN

Today, Friday, June 5, 2020, the LBPD officer responsible for posting graphic photos on his personal social media accounts has

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Breaking News Collision Police 

Off-duty Long Beach Police Officer Killed in Crash

June 4, 2020June 4, 2020 LBLN

On Thursday, June 4, 2020, at approximately 2:25 p.m., officers were dispatched to the area of 7th Place and Ocean

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Local News Long Beach 

City of Long Beach Orders Citywide Curfew Beginning at 6 p.m. Today

June 2, 2020June 26, 2020 LBLN

Today, the City of Long Beachordered a curfew effective citywide at 6 p.m. this evening for the safety of the public.  No persons

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Protest Public Safety 

City of Long Beach Orders Citywide Curfew Beginning at 4 p.m. Today

June 1, 2020June 1, 2020 LBLN

Today, the City of Long Beach ordered a curfew effective at 1 p.m. in business districts and citywide at 4 p.m. today,

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 5.29

May 29, 2020May 29, 2020 LBLN city update

By the Numbers (Long Beach only):    1,857 total positive results  Daily reporting of case counts continues to fluctuate due to

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Crime 

One male shot near PCH and Pacific in Long Beach

May 29, 2020May 29, 2020 LBLN

On 5/29/20 at approximately 12:35 p.m., officers were dispatched to the area of Pine Avenue and Pacific coast Highway for

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Business Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

More Long Beach Establishments May Reopen with Restrictions

May 28, 2020May 28, 2020 LBLN

The City of Long Beach announced that offices, places of worship and in-person retail may reopen, with restrictions, in alignment

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Education Long Beach City College 

LBCC first annual Cap & Go celebration to kick off virtual commencement festivities

May 27, 2020May 27, 2020 LBLN
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Breaking News Collision Crime Police 

Pedestrian Killed During Police Pursuit in Long Beach

May 27, 2020 LBLN

On Tuesday, May 26, 2020, at approximately 11:10 p.m., officers were involved in a pursuit of a vehicle fleeing the

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

Long Beach City Covid-19 Update 5.24

May 25, 2020May 25, 2020 LBLN city update

By the Numbers (Long Beach only), Saturday, May 23:    1,553 total positive results  Daily reporting of case counts continues to

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 5.22

May 22, 2020May 22, 2020 LBLN city update

By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 1,513 total positive results  Daily reporting of case counts continues to fluctuate due to

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 5.18

May 18, 2020May 18, 2020 LBLN city update

By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 1,305 total positive results 52 fatalities  63 people hospitalized  Approximately 848 recovered (Please note

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 5.15

May 15, 2020May 15, 2020 LBLN

By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 1,214 total positive results Daily reporting of case counts continues to fluctuate due to

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Airport Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

Facial Coverings Required at Long Beach Airport

May 12, 2020May 12, 2020 LBLN

As part of its ongoing safety precautions, Long Beach Airport (LGB) requires all passengers, employees and visitors to wear a facial covering

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California State University of Long Beach Corona-Virus Covid-19 Education 

Zoom, Canvas, and Emails: CSULB Students Adjust to Virtual Learning

May 12, 2020May 12, 2020 LBLN virtual learning

CSULB Students are struggling to adapt to a class-free learning experience. Life, as we had known so far, has been

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Collision 

Pedestrian struck and killed in West Long Beach

May 12, 2020May 12, 2020 LBLN

On 5/11/20 at approximately 6:40 p.m., officers from the Long Beach Police Department were dispatched to the area of Santa

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Community Covid-19 Long Beach 

Hope on the Bluff in Long Beach

May 12, 2020May 12, 2020 LBLN

Long Beach Residents that live on the intersection of Ocean and Junipero started a new 8 p.m. ritual by banging

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Business 

Calling all Barbershops and Hair Salons in Long Beach

May 12, 2020May 12, 2020 LBLN

Calling all Barbershops and Hair Salons! Join Accelerate Uptown Where business comes to grow Long Beach Center for Economic Inclusion for a Free

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Covid-19 Long Beach 

Long Beach City Covid-19 Update 5.11.20

May 11, 2020May 11, 2020 LBLN

By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 953 total positive results 45 fatalities  50 people hospitalized  Approximately 617 recovered (Please note

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 5.08

May 8, 2020May 8, 2020 LBLN

By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 898 total positive results 40 fatalities  50 people hospitalized  Approximately 564 recovered (Please note

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

City of Long Beach Amends Isolation, Quarantine Health Orders

May 8, 2020May 8, 2020 LBLN

 Today, the Department of Health and Human Services issued amendments to both the Isolation Order and the Quarantine Order, in an effort to

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Education Health Long Beach City College 

Long Beach City College 2020 Commencement Moves to June 12

May 8, 2020May 8, 2020 LBLN

Long Beach City College rescheduled and revised its annual Commencement exercises as a virtual ceremony to take place on Fri.,

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Crime 

710 Freeway at 405 shut down due to CHP officer-involved shooting

May 8, 2020May 8, 2020 LBLN

A man with a knife on the Freeway prompted the closure of the northbound lanes of the 710 Freeway just

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Charity Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

Councilmember Rex Richardson Announces Major Drive-Thru Food Distribution for Long Beach Families in Response to COVID-19

May 7, 2020May 7, 2020 LBLN rex richardson

On Saturday, May 9th, Long Beach City Councilmember Rex Richardson, along with State Senator Lena Gonzalez, Labor Community Services Los

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Crime Police 

LBPD release community briefing video with body cam footage from officer-involved shooting

May 7, 2020May 7, 2020 LBLN

Original story here

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

Additional Limited Retail and Outdoor Recreational Activities To Reopen with Restrictions in Long Beach

May 7, 2020May 7, 2020 LBLN

 Today, the City of Long Beach announced additional retail, golf, and trails will reopen with restrictions on Friday, May 8.

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update: 5.01

May 4, 2020May 4, 2020 LBLN city update

By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 768 total positive results 37 fatalities  42 people hospitalized  Approximately 475 recovered (Please note

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Local News 

COVID-19 City Update: 5.01

May 1, 2020May 1, 2020 LBLN

By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 709 total positive results 36 fatalities  54 people hospitalized  Approximately 424 recovered (Please note

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Community Local News Long Beach Transportation 

What you need to know when riding the Long Beach Transit

April 29, 2020April 28, 2020 LBLN

More info: ridelbt.com

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Breaking News Collision 

Woman struck and killed near Artesia and Butler in North Long Beach

April 28, 2020April 28, 2020 LBLN

On 04/28/20, at approximately 3:00 p.m., LBPD officers were dispatched to Butler Ave and Artesia Blvd regarding a traffic collision

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Local News 

COVID-19 City Update – 4.27

April 27, 2020April 27, 2020 LBLN

By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 582 total positive results 31 fatalities 50 people hospitalized  Approximately 343 recovered (Please note

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Covid-19 Local Economy Politics 

OP-ED: Studies Suggest The Economic Shutdown Will Cause More Deaths Than Covid-19

April 27, 2020April 27, 2020 LBLN covid-19, economic shutdown, global pandemic

Across the United States and worldwide Covid-19 is causing great devastation, especially to those who have lost loved ones. As

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

Virgin Orbit Ventilators Ready To Ship

April 23, 2020April 30, 2020 LBLN virgin orbit

Virgin Orbit, Sir Richard Branson’s responsive satellite launch company, announced today that regulators at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

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Covid-19 Update 

Long Beach City Covid-19 Update 4.23.20

April 23, 2020April 23, 2020 LBLN

By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 518 positive results, including 43 people who are hospitalized and approximately 297* cases where

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Earthquake 

3.8 Magnitude Earthquake Felt in Long Beach

April 22, 2020April 30, 2020 LBLN

A 3.8 magnitude earthquake in Windsor Hills, CA was felt in Long Beach at 12:03a.m. Wednesday morning according to USGS.

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

Fire Department Activates Mobile Assessment Team

April 20, 2020April 20, 2020 LBLN fire department

The Long Beach Fire Department (LBFD) has implemented a newly created Mobile Assessment Team (MAT) specifically assigned to transport individuals

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Community Long Beach 

Creating Keychains to Distract from Covid- Chaos

April 18, 2020April 18, 2020 LBLN

Long Beach resident relays on small keychain making business to relieve stress and make money during Pandemic

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Covid-19 

Stanford Study Suggests Covid-19 Has Similar Mortality Rate To Flu

April 17, 2020April 17, 2020 LBLN antibody testing, california, covid-19, imperial college of London, santa clara county, stanford study

A study was released today by Stanford University demonstrating that the mortality rate of Covid-19 is far lower than previously

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update – 4.17

April 17, 2020April 17, 2020 LBLN

By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 419 positive results, including 45 people who are hospitalized and approximately 213* cases where

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health Politics 

The “Science” of Coronavirus

April 16, 2020 LBLN california, coronavirus, dr. Barbara ferrer, Dr. Raul Ruiz, governor Gavin newsom, Mayor Eric Garcetti

Amid decreasing deaths and hospitalizations from Coronavirus, California’s leading politicians are considering re-opening the state’s economy. Despite repeated promises that

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

City Council Takes Action for Economic Relief

April 15, 2020April 15, 2020 LBLN

 Yesterday, the Long Beach City Council unanimously adopted 25 individual actions related to a historic local Economic Relief Package designed to help

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Business Long Beach 

Small Business Spotlight with George’s Greek Cafe during Covid-19 crisis

April 15, 2020April 15, 2020 LBLN

More info: www.georgesgreekcafe.com

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update – 4.15

April 15, 2020April 15, 2020 LBLN

By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 379 positive results, including 49 people who are hospitalized and approximately 190* cases where

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Local News 

Airplane Makes Emergency Landing in Long Beach

April 14, 2020April 14, 2020 LBLN

A single engine Avions Robin aircraft with pilot and passenger makes an emergency landing near Wardlow and Coyote Creek. No

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

National Guard Humanitarian Assistance in Long Beach

April 14, 2020April 14, 2020 LBLN

Last week, the California National Guard approved the City of Long Beach’s request to provide logistical support for humanitarian assistance

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Culture Health 

Long Beach Coronavirus Relief Fund Exceeds $1,000,000 and Expands Priorities Funded

April 13, 2020April 13, 2020 LBLN

The City of Long Beach, in partnership with the Long Beach Community Foundation, has raised more than $1,000,000 from members

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

Amendment to City of Long Beach “Safer at Home” Health Order

April 12, 2020April 12, 2020 LBLN

The City of Long Beach issued an amendment to the existing “Safer at Home” Order, in an effort to further reduce the

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update – 4.11

April 11, 2020April 15, 2020 LBLN

By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 332 positive results, including 48 Long Beach residents who are hospitalized and approximately 140*

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Community Long Beach City College 

Update from LBCC New Interim Superintendent-President, Lou Anne Bynum

April 10, 2020April 10, 2020 LBLN
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Education School 

New Long Beach Schools Superintendent selected

April 9, 2020April 30, 2020 LBLN

The Long Beach Unified School District Board of Education unanimously selected Jill Baker as superintendent of schools today. She will

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

COVID-19 City Update – 4.7

April 7, 2020April 7, 2020 LBLN

By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 256 positive results, including approximately 87* cases where people have recovered. Three more deaths

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health Local Economy National News Politics 

Coronavirus: A Critical Analysis Of The Media

April 6, 2020April 6, 2020 LBLN brett oppenheim, cdc, coronavirus, coronavirus task force, covid-19, flu, media, us economy, usns mercy, White House

When paddle boarders in Malibu are being arrested for ignoring stay at home orders, one might begin to question whether

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Community Entertainment 

Free Virtual Book Club & Documentary Screen for Stories of Elders to benefit Meals on Wheels

April 6, 2020April 6, 2020 LBLN

Long Beach author Veronica Kirin launches virtual book club to commemorate the selection of documentary Stories of Elders (by David Astudillo) as a

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Animals Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

More than 170 Long Beach Animal Care Shelter Cats and Dogs Find Homes During COVID-19 Pandemic

April 5, 2020April 30, 2020 LBLN

Rufus is a happy, handsome 8-year-old Pit Bull-Shar Pei mix who loves to give high fives with his paws. After

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Community Covid-19 Health Local News 

Long Beach City College Partners with City of Long Beach on Rapid Assessment Clinic

April 5, 2020April 5, 2020 LBLN

LBCC’s Pacific Coast Campus will be the site of this walk-up clinic working in conjunction with the City of Long

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

Long Beach COVID-19 City Update: 4.3

April 3, 2020April 3, 2020 LBLN

By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 171 positive results, including approximately 40* cases where people have recovered. A total of

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Education Health 

Long Beach Schools Close Through Academic Year

April 2, 2020April 2, 2020 LBLN

The closure of all schools in the Long Beach Unified School District will extend through the end of the academic

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Crime Weekly News 

LBLN Weekly News Update 4.1.20

April 1, 2020April 1, 2020 LBLN
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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Employment Health 

Pacific Gateway to Launch New ‘Work Long Beach’ Program

April 1, 2020April 30, 2020 LBLN

The City of Long Beach has launched a program that matches people who are unemployed or underemployed with potential employers.

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

Long Beach Covid-19 Update: 3.31

March 31, 2020March 31, 2020 LBLN

By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 123 positive results (total includes individuals who have recovered) One death within the city

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Covid-19 Local Economy Long Beach National News 

What you need to know to get your economic impact payment

March 31, 2020March 31, 2020 LBLN

The Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service today announced that distribution of economic impact payments will begin in the

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Breaking News Crime 

Long Beach Police Officer-Involved Shooting in Central Long Beach

March 30, 2020March 30, 2020 LBLN

Long Beach Police responded to an officer-involved shooting near MLK park around 3:00pm today. LBPD officers were dispatched to 1950 Lemon

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Food 

Ways to #quarancoffee in Long Beach

March 30, 2020March 31, 2020 LBLN coffee

A daily habit of caffeine can be an expensive treat, but now following California State’s Governor, Gavin Newsom’s order to

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

City Beaches Closed Through May 1

March 28, 2020March 28, 2020 LBLN

To reduce the risk of community spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) and help maintain the safety of residents, the

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Crime Police 

LBPD Arrest Sexual Assault and Kidnapping Suspect

March 27, 2020September 15, 2020 LBLN

The Long Beach Police Department has made an arrest of a male adult suspect wanted in connection with a sexual

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

Long Beach Police Department Police Officer Tests Positive for COVID-19

March 27, 2020March 27, 2020 LBLN

On March 26, 2020, the Long Beach Police Department (LBPD) was notified that a police officer has tested positive for

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

Evictions Suspended for Tenants Affected By COVID-19

March 26, 2020March 26, 2020 LBLN

 A new emergency ordinance, effective today, temporarily halts evictions for residential and commercial tenants affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, as

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Covid-19 

Long Beach COVID-19 Update: 3.26

March 26, 2020March 26, 2020 LBLN

By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 54 positive results New total includes 4 Long Beach firefighters who are City residents,

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Collision Traffic 

Fatal single vehicle traffic collision in Long Beach

March 26, 2020March 26, 2020 LBLN

On Thursday, March 26, 2020 at approximately 2:06 a.m., officers from the Long Beach Police Department were dispatched to the area

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

Eight LB Firefighters Test Positive for Covid-19

March 25, 2020March 25, 2020 LBLN

Eight Long Beach Fire Department firefighters tested positive for COVID-19, otherwise known as coronavirus disease. All eight of the infected

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Breaking News Crime Fire Police 

Suspicious package found during shooting investigation

March 24, 2020March 24, 2020 LBLN

On Tuesday at approximately 5:30 p.m., while investigating a hit shooting in the area of Artesia Boulevard and the Los Angeles

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

Long Beach Covid-19 Update : 3.24

March 24, 2020March 24, 2020 LBLN

By the Numbers : 28 positive results 5 people have recovered. 1 death. See press release for more details. Please note that

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Covid-19 Health 

Long Beach Covid-19 Update: 3.23

March 23, 2020March 23, 2020 LBLN

By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 19 positive results 4 people have recovered 1 death. See press release for more details. Approximately

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Covid-19 Health 

Long Beach Reports First Fatal Case of Covid-19

March 23, 2020March 23, 2020 LBLN

The City of Long Beach reports that a female resident in her fifties has died of complications of COVID-19. The

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Breaking News Crime 

LBPD respond to possible drug lab near Virginia Country Club

March 21, 2020March 22, 2020 LBLN

Long Beach Police Detectives are on scene of a clandestine drug lab in the 3900 block of Virginia Road in

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

Long Beach Covid-19 Update : 3.21

March 21, 2020March 23, 2020 LBLN

By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 15 positive results 4 people have recovered Approximately 140 people have been or are

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Covid-19 

City of Long Beach Provides Clarifying Information For “Safer at Home” Order

March 20, 2020March 20, 2020 LBLN

Long Beach, CA – The City of Long Beach would like to provide clarifying information regarding the “Safer at Home”

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Breaking News Covid-19 Health 

Long Beach Covid-19 Update: 3.20

March 20, 2020March 20, 2020 LBLN

Today’s Highlights: By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 14 positive results 3 people have recovered Approximately 140 people currently being

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Covid-19 Health 

Long Beach Institutes ‘Safer at Home’ Order

March 19, 2020March 19, 2020 LBLN

Long Beach, CA — Today, the Department of Health and Human Services announced an order further restricting and limiting gathering among people

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Covid-19 Update 

Press Conference: Long Beach City COVID-19 Update 3.19.20

March 19, 2020March 19, 2020 LBLN
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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

Long Beach Covid-19 Update : 3.19

March 19, 2020March 19, 2020 LBLN

By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 12 positive results 3 people have recovered Approximately 130 people currently being monitored Today’s

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Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health 

City of Long Beach Announces Long Beach Disaster Relief Fund for COVID-19 Response

March 19, 2020March 19, 2020 LBLN

The City of Long Beach, in partnership with the Long Beach Community Foundation, proudly announces the activation of the Long

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Community Food Long Beach 

Long Beach icon Roxanne’s helping to build strength in the community during this time

March 18, 2020March 18, 2020 LBLN
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Corona-Virus Health 

Long Beach City Council Directs City to Develop Economic Relief Package for COVID-19 Emergency

March 18, 2020March 18, 2020 LBLN covid-19

Yesterday, the Long Beach City Council unanimously voted to direct City staff to develop an economic resiliency program which would

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Weekly News 

LBLN Weekly Update 3.18.20

March 18, 2020March 18, 2020 LBLN
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Crime Local News 

L.B.P.D. Seeking Public’s Help In Identifying Sexual Assault Suspect

March 18, 2020March 18, 2020 LBLN

The Long Beach Police Department is seeking the public’s help in identifying an adult male suspect believed to be responsible

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Local News 

Shoreline Village remains open under socially responsible guidelines

March 17, 2020March 17, 2020 LBLN

Shoreline Village would like to let you know they are open! They are taking this seriously but also understand that

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Covid-19 Health Update 

Long Beach Covid-19 Update 3.17.20

March 17, 2020March 19, 2020 LBLN

By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 8 positive results Of the 3 new cases, 2 traveled to locations of known

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Collision Crime 

Man Killed by Hit-and-Run Driver

March 17, 2020March 17, 2020 LBLN

On Monday, March 16, 2020 at approximately 9:54 p.m., officers from the Long Beach Police Department were dispatched to the

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Breaking News Community Health 

PRESS CONFERENCE: City officials give #covid19 updates for the city of Long Beach

March 16, 2020March 16, 2020 LBLN
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Health 

City Works to Protect People Experiencing Homelessness from COVID-19

March 16, 2020March 16, 2020 LBLN corona virus, covid-19

The City of Long Beach is taking new measures to protect people experiencing homelessness, and those who provide services to

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Health 

Long Beach COVID-19 Daily Update -3.16.20

March 16, 2020March 16, 2020 LBLN corona virus, covid-19

By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 5 positive results Approximately 100 persons currently being monitored ***Please note that private labs

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Breaking News Crime 

Deadly officer-involved shooting under investigation in Long Beach

March 15, 2020March 16, 2020 LBLN

On Sunday around 9:41 P.M. Long Beach Police Officers were called to a family disturbance in the 200 block of

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Breaking News Community Health 

Long Beach to Close Bars and Nightclubs and Shift to Restaurant Take Out Occupancy

March 15, 2020March 15, 2020 LBLN

Long Beach, CA – To minimize community spread of COVID-19 and protect vulnerable residents, the Long Beach Health Department supports

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Health Update 

Governor Gavin Newsom and state health officials provide an update on the state’s response to COVID-19

March 15, 2020March 15, 2020 LBLN

NEW: Those that are 65 and older or vulnerable to #COVID19 must practice home isolation. Bars, night clubs, wineries, and

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Crime 

Double Shooting Overnight in North Long Beach

March 15, 2020March 15, 2020 LBLN

On Sunday around 3:44 am LBPD was called to the 400 block of East Mountain View St regarding a shooting. Long Beach Police officers

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Breaking News Community Health 

Long Beach Announces First Case of Community Spread of COVID-19

March 14, 2020March 14, 2020 LBLN

Long Beach, CA – The City of Long Beach is reporting a new case of COVID-19, otherwise known as coronavirus,

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Breaking News Health Local News 

Long Beach Pride Postponing 2020 Festival and Parade

March 14, 2020March 14, 2020 LBLN

LONG BEACH, CA – MARCH 14, 2020 – After meeting with city officials, Long Beach Pride is postponing its 2020

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Health Update 

City of Long Beach COVID-19 Update 3.14.20

March 14, 2020March 14, 2020 LBLN

By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 4 positive results 15 negative results 11 pending results Approximately 70 persons currently being

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Aquarium of the Pacific Breaking News 

Aquarium of the Pacific Closing Through March 31

March 13, 2020March 13, 2020 LBLN

The Aquarium of the Pacific will be closing to the public starting Saturday, March 14, through Tuesday, March 31, 2020.  During this

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Breaking News Local News Long Beach 

PRESS CONFERENCE: City Officials Give Updates Regarding COVID-19 National Emergency

March 13, 2020March 13, 2020 LBLN
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Health School 

All Long Beach Unified Schools to Close March 16

March 13, 2020March 13, 2020 LBLN corona virus, covid-19

After careful deliberation, the Long Beach Unified School District has decided to close schools beginning Monday, March 16. School will

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Attractions Long Beach On the water 

Long Beach Transit water taxi connects to fun locations along the coast of Long Beach

March 13,