Author: LBLN
COVID-19 Vaccine LB 101: How to Get a Vaccine in Long Beach
Learn more if you are eligible and how you can get a vaccine in Long Beach. This information is pulled
Read more
Long Beach shooting leaves one dead, two wounded
On Monday at 10:45 a.m., Long Beach police officers were dispatched to the 300 block of E. 25th Street regarding
Read more
Motorcyclist Killed in Long Beach Crash
On Monday at 6:50 p.m., Long Beach police officers were dispatched to the area of Long Beach Boulevard and Del
Read more
City of Long Beach being a Model for Administering Vaccines in California
California Governor Newsom took a trip to Long Beach Monday morning to tour the Long Beach Convention Center Covid-19 vaccination clinic
Read more
Long Beach Beaches Closed Due to Sewage Spill
Long Beach City Health Officer, Dr. Anissa Davis, ordered all swimming areas west of Belmont Pier in Long Beach temporarily
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 02.22
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 50,855 total positive results 193 new cases since last update (Feb. 18) Seven-day positivity
Read more
3 people shot and wounded in Long Beach
Three people were wounded in a Wrigley shooting this morning. The shooting occurred near 25th St and Elm Avenue around
Read more
Man Shot and Killed near 6th and Olive in Long Beach
On Feb. 16, 2021, at approximately 9:45 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 600 block of Olive Avenue regarding a
Read more
Pedestrian dies after high-speed motorcycle crash
On Tuesday at 6:20 p.m., LBPD officers responded to an injury traffic collision involving a motorcycle and a pedestrian in
Read more
Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital Long Beach
After 19 months of construction and preparation, MemorialCare Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital Long Beach officially opened its brand-new 80,000
Read more
Pedestrian Struck and Killed by Vehicle in Long Beach
On Feb. 15, 2021 at approximately 5:35 a.m., officers were dispatched to the area of Long Beach Boulevard and 32nd
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 02.12
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 50,196 total positive results 124 new cases since yesterday Seven-day positivity rate: 7.2% 33.6
Read more
Long Beach Police Officer Arrested for Possession of Child Pornography
The Long Beach Police Department (LBPD) is deeply disappointed to announce the arrest of a police officer for possession of
Read more
Police Arrest Suspects in Shooting at Long Beach Park
Update Murder Investigation Arrests 02/10/21: On Feb. 10, 2021, Special Investigation Detectives coordinated the arrest of Michael Scott Doss Jr., a 29-year-old resident
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 02.8
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 49,603 total positive results 558 new cases since last update (Feb. 4) Seven-day positivity
Read more
Suspect Killed after Officer-Involved Shooting in Long Beach
On Saturday around 9:15 p.m., Long Beach police officers were dispatched to the area of Magnolia Avenue and 14th Street
Read more
Long Beach Police Chief Robert Luna Hit and Injured by Vehicle
Long Beach Police Chief Robert Luna is recovering after he sustained injuries from being hit by a truck near El Dorado
Read more
Police Officer Hit by Stolen Vehicle at Car Dealership
On Tuesday at 7:00 a.m., Long Beach Police Department (LBPD) Homicide detectives responded to a business in the 2800 block
Read more
Grocery Stores Close After Mandated Hero Pay
Kroger Grocery company announced that it will be closing two of its Long Beach stores in response to the city
Read more
Safety measures at MemorialCare Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital Long Beach
More info: https://www.millerchildrenshospitallb.org
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 1.29
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 47,844 total positive results 225 new cases since yesterday Seven-day positivity rate: 10.4% 69.3
Read more
Aquarium of the Pacific Reopens this Saturday
After careful planning with the City of Long Beach, the Aquarium of the Pacific has announced it will reopen its
Read more
City of Long Beach Officials Lift Stay at Home Order
On Monday, California Governor Gavin Newsom announced the lifting of the Regional Stay at Home Order, allowing counties to return
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 1.25
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 46,477 total positive results 994 new cases since last update (Jan. 21) Seven-day positivity
Read more
One person killed in drive-by shooting
Long Beach Police homicide is on scene investigating a shooting that accord near 14th and Elm in an alley. Witnesses
Read more
Update: Man shot and wounded near South and Lime
On Monday around 4:30 p.m., LBPD officers were on patrol near the area of South Street and Lime Avenue when
Read more
Press Conference: Long Beach City Mayor and City Health Officer Open Mass Vaccination at Long Beach Convention Center
Long Beach Mayor Robert Garcia and City Health Officer Dr. Anissa Davis make remarks at the City’s large-scale COVID-19 vaccination
Read more
City of Long Beach 2021 Martin Luther King Jr. Day Virtual Celebration
The City of Long Beach invites the community to participate in a virtual MLK Day of Celebration and Service on Monday, Jan.
Read more
City of Long Beach Partners With Verizon to Bring Advanced Wireless Connectivity
Long Beach, CA – The City of Long Beach has partnered with Verizon on an innovative project that will benefit
Read more
Mayor, City Manager, Health Dept. Director Receive COVID-19 Vaccine and Discuss Rollout
Long Beach, CA – Today, Mayor Robert Garcia, Long Beach City Manager Tom Modica and Health and Human Services (Health
Read more
One Person Found Dead After House Fire in Bixby Knolls
Long Beach Fire responded to the 1000 block of Marcellus Street in Bixby Knolls around 11:30 p.m. on Wednesday night.
Read more
Mayor Garcia delivered his seventh State of the City address in Long Beach
Mayor Garcia delivered his seventh State of the City address at the Terrace Theater to a record online crowd who
Read moreCOVID-19 Testing Site Opens at Long Beach Airport
Long Beach Airport (LGB), in partnership with Hawaiian Airlines, today welcomed its first COVID-19 testing site, available exclusively for the
Read more
Man Shot during Car-to-Car Shooting in Long Beach
A man was shot while driving northbound on Cherry at 56th Street around 5:16pm in North Long Beach. The victim
Read more
Police Ask Public’s Help Identifying Suspect in Sexual Battery Incidents
The Long Beach Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect who detectives believe may be
Read more
Molina Healthcare funds nearly $320,000 worth of PPE in California
LONG BEACH, Calif., Dec. 30, 2020 – Molina Healthcare of California (“Molina”) has funded nearly $320,000 worth of personal protective equipment
Read more
Homeless man shot and killed in Long Beach
On Sunday arounf 8:10 p.m., Long Beach police officers were dispatched to the 2300 block of East 68th Street regarding
Read more
Woman struck and killed by vehicle near Cherry and Del Amo
A woman was struck and killed walking on a sidewalk when she was hit by a vehicle near Cherry and
Read more
Update Located: Police seek public’s help locating critical missing person Lester Jackson
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
Read more
Update: Hit-and-Run Traffic Fatality at Atlantic and Market
On Jan. 5, 2021 at approximately 8:05 p.m., officers were dispatched to the area of Atlantic Avenue and Market Street
Read more
Woman killed by hit-and-run driver in Long Beach
A woman was struck by a vehicle heading southbound on Long Beach Blvd just south of Market street around 8:00pm
Read more
Free Outdoor Recreational Rentals for First Responders at Shoreline Village
In today’s trying times it’s more important than ever to find activities that are safe, outdoors, and that keep your
Read more
Community hospital reopens under new leadership to help relieve pressure from local hospitals
Long Beach, CA – The City of Long Beach announced that Community Hospital Long Beach (CHLB) has been granted a
Read more
Update: LBPD Looting Task Force Nets Additional Arrests
Update Looting Task Force Nets Additional Arrests 12/29/20:On June 1, 2020, the Long Beach Police Department formed the Looting Task
Read more
New Year’s Eve Concert Streamed Live on LBLN Supporting Bands and Venues
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
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 12.28
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 30,600 total positive results 2,881 new cases since last update (Dec. 23) Seven-day positivity
Read more
Long Beach Beaches Temporarily Closed Due to Sewage Spill
Long Beach City Health Officer, Dr. Anissa Davis, ordered all coastal swimming areas in Long Beach to temporarily close for
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 12.21
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
Read more
Long Beach Transit gets into the Creative Flow Holiday Spirit
More info: ridelbt.com
Read more
The Children’s Village will bring all of MemorialCare Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital Long Beach pediatric specialties under one roof
It takes a village to care for sick children, and MemorialCare Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital Long Beach is beginning
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 12.18
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 24,622 total positive results 547 new cases since yesterday Seven-day positivity rate: 12.9% 106.4
Read more
City Partners With Local Hospital to Administer First Round of COVID-19 Vaccinations in Long Beach
Today, the City of Long Beach announced that COVID-19 vaccinations to frontline healthcare workers have begun. Brandon Gatling, a registered
Read more
Long Beach City College celebrates completion of new innovative parking structure
The four-level facility, funded by local taxpayers who supported the college’s bond measures, adds 530 PCC-convenient parking stalls and encourages
Read more
2nd Alarm Fire at Apartment Carport in Long beach
2nd Alarm fire broke out at an apartment carport and extended into an auto body shop around 8:15pm on Wednesday
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 12.14
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 21,075 total positive results 987 new cases since last update (Dec. 10)* Seven-day positivity
Read more
Long Beach City College celebrates completion of auditorium renovation
Long Beach City College will celebrate completion of a $29-million renovation of the Liberal Arts Campus Auditorium with a virtual
Read more
Shipping Containers Heading to Long Beach Fall during Storm
Ocean Network Express (ONE) says 1,816 containers fell into the ocean during a storm as the ship crossed the Pacific
Read more
Long Beach Fire Extract Woman From Vehicle After Crash At Port Of Long Beach
On Wednesday around 8PM, Long Beach Fire Department responded to the Port of Long Beach for a woman in her
Read more
City of Long Beach to Reopen Playgrounds In Alignment with State’s Regional Stay at Home Order
Long Beach, CA – In alignment with changes to the State of California’s Regional Stay at Home Order, the Long
Read more
Nickelodeon & Comedian Gabriel Iglesias Feature Long Beach Middle School on Popular Kid’s Show
Long Beach, CA (December 10, 2020)- [Intellectual Virtues Academy of Long Beach], a free public middle school in Long Beach,
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 12.07
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 18,370 total positive results 820 new cases since Friday Seven-day positivity rate: 8.4% 41.7
Read more
Stay-at-home order takes effect in Long Beach
On December 3, 2020, Governor Gavin Newsom announced a new Regional Stay at Home Order that would go into effect
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 12.04
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 17,550 total positive results 148 new cases since yesterday Seven-day positivity rate: 6.8% 36.7
Read more
City of Long Beach Releases Statement Regarding Statewide Stay at Home Order
As the unprecedented increase in COVID-19 cases continues to threaten hospitalization capacity, Governor Gavin Newsom announced today that the state
Read more
Driver arrested in DUI hit-and-run crash in Long Beach
On Wednesday, at 7:15 p.m, officers responded to an injury hit and run collision in the area of Pacific Coast Highway
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 11.30
The City of Long Beach continues to see an alarming rise in COVID-19 cases. This unfortunate trend, which also is
Read more
Surge in Long Beach COVID-19 Cases
Official Statement by the City of Long Beach Health Department Regarding the Surge in COVID-19 Cases As COVID-19 transmission rates
Read more
Local organizations help give to families in need this Thanksgiving
Donate here: https://cdymca2020.funraise.org/
Read more
Long Beach Rescue Mission receives large donation just before Thanksgiving dinner
More info about Long Beach Rescue Mission: https://lbrm.org/
Read more
Update located: Police seek public’s help locating critical missing person George Crout
Update 11/27/2020 at 11:10am:On November 27, 2020, officers confirmed critical missing person, George Clevland Crout Jr., returned home safely and
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 11.23
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 15,226 total positive results 102 new cases since yesterday* Seven-day positivity rate: 5.9% 22.7
Read more
Take a ride with Access & Transport at MemorialCare Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital Long Beach
More info: millerchildrrens.org/transport
Read more
City of Long Beach Reminds Residents to Celebrate Safely Over Thanksgiving Weekend
The City of Long Beach wants everyone to enjoy the upcoming holidays. As the holiday season is a time for
Read more
Southwest Airlines Announces New Hawaii Service from Long Beach Airport
Long Beach, CA – Southwest Airlines announced today that it will launch daily nonstop service from Long Beach Airport (LGB) to Honolulu
Read more
City Launches BizCare Program to Support Small Businesses Impacted by Pandemic
Long Beach, CA – Today, via livestream, the City unveiled a new program, Long Beach BizCare, that will support small
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 11.16
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 14,330 total positive results 318 new cases since Thursday Seven-day positivity rate: 4.3% 12.9
Read more
Long Beach Police Chase Robbery Suspect Vehicle in Long Beach
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.
Read more
Long Beach Offers Combination COVID-19 and Flu Tests
The City of Long Beach is offering free combination flu and COVID-19 tests at City-run testing locations to help prevent the
Read more
Port of Long Beach to Offer Free Flu Shots
Free flu vaccinations will be available to the public for one day only at the Port of Long Beach’s COVID-19
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 11.06
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 13,575 total positive results 25 new cases since yesterday Seven-day positivity rate: 3.2% 7.8
Read more
3 people shot, wounded in Long Beach
On November 5th, 2020, at approximately 4:40 pm, LBPD officers responded to the 700 block of Chestnut Avenue regarding a hit
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 11.02
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 13,364 total positive results 134 new cases since Friday Seven-day positivity rate: 3.4% 7.8
Read more
Long Beach Airport Prepares Gulfstream Space for Lease
Long Beach, CA – In response to the Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation’s (Gulfstream) recent announcement that it will draw down operations
Read more
City of Long Beach to Distribute Early Learning Developmental Supplies
Long Beach, CA – The City of Long Beach today announced that it will offer free early childhood developmental kits
Read more
Update: LBPD Looting Task Force Nets Additional Arrests
Update Looting Task Force Nets Additional Arrests 10/28/20: On June 1, 2020, the Long Beach Police Department formed the Looting
Read more
Supervisor Hahn Approves Supportive Housing Motel Conversions
Los Angeles County Supervisor Janice Hahn approved plans to purchase four motels in her district and convert them to supportive
Read more
Groundbreaking research at MemorialCare Medical Center Long Beach Heart & Vascular Institute
More info: https://www.memorialcare.org/services/heart-vascular-care
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 10.26
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 13,048 total positive results 94 new cases since Friday Seven-day positivity rate: 3.3% 7.2
Read more
Long Beach Transit spotlights local art in Downtown for National Art Day
LONG BEACH, CALIFORNIA (October 23, 2020) – Long Beach Transit is launching a new public art installation at the First
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 10.23
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 12,954 total positive results 84 new cases since yesterday Seven-day positivity rate: 3.2% 6.8
Read more
Woman struck and killed by hit-and-run semi-truck
On Wednesday at approximately 9:00 p.m., LBPD officers responded to a traffic collision involving a semi-truck with an attached trailer
Read moreLong Beach City College offering new cannabis course
More info: https://www.lbcc.edu/post/introduction-cannabis-industry
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 10.19
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 12,665 total positive results 118 new cases since Thursday Seven-day positivity rate: 3.0% 6.5
Read more
Man shot, wounded this morning in Scherer Park
On Wednesday at 4:05 am, LBPD officers at the North Patrol Substation heard a gunshot at a nearby park and
Read more
Wild police chase of a stolen U-Haul truck ending in North Long Beach
Wild police chase of a stolen U-haul truck that started in Buena Park and ended at Scherer Park in North
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 10.12
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 12,431 total positive results 75 new cases since Friday Seven-day positivity rate: 3.3% 7.1
Read more
City Encourages Residents to Participate in the Great ShakeOut Earthquake Drill
The City of Long Beach is encouraging all residents, businesses, schools and visitors to take part in this year’s “Great
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 10.9
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 12,356 total positive results 45 new cases since yesterday Seven-day positivity rate: 3.7% 7.7
Read more
LBPD Arrest Murder Suspect in Long Beach
On October 5, 2020, at approximately 2:15 p.m., detectives searching for a murder suspect attempted a traffic stop on a
Read more
City of Long Beach Issues Guidance for Celebrating Halloween Safely
As residents begin to plan for the upcoming holiday season beginning with Halloween, the City is providing guidance for celebrating
Read more
Long Beach Police Pursuit with Possible Murder Suspect with a Gun
On Monday at 2:15pm, LBPD detectives were searching for a murder suspect in the area of 6th street and Cerritos.
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 10.5
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 12,129 total positive results 126 new cases since Thursday Seven-day positivity rate: 3.4% 6.9
Read more
3-Year-Old and Adult Male Shot in Long Beach
On Sunday at 10:45pm Long Beach Police officers were called to 1100 block of E 10th Street regarding a shooting
Read more
Fatal Traffic Collision on PCH in Long Beach
On Tuesday at 5:00 p.m., Long Beach Police officers were dispatched to the area of Pacific Coast Highway, south of
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 9.28
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 11,843 total positive results 82 new cases since Friday Seven-day positivity rate: 3.8% 6.7
Read more
MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center takes extra CARE for preventative cancer screening patients
More info: https://bit.ly/3iZAYhP
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 9.25
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 11,761 total positive results 34 new cases since yesterday Seven-day positivity rate: 3.9% 7.3
Read more
Long Beach City College Labor Center Opens with Virtual Ceremony
The LBCC Labor Center, located at the Pacific Coast Campus, will provide labor-related experiences for students including activities and events facilitated
Read more
Police Investigate Homicide in Long Beach Park
Long Beach Police are investigating a fatal shooting at Gumbiner Park near 7th and Alamitos ave. in Mid-Long Beach. Witnesses
Read more
Overturned Vehicle Collides with Restaurant Parklet
On Wednesday at 11:25 p.m., Long Beach police officers responded to the 5600 block of E. 2nd Street regarding a
Read more
Why it’s important we all get counted in the Census 2020
You can get counted by logging onto www.my2020census.gov or by calling (844) 330-2020.
Read more
LBPD asking for the public’s help in locating 22-year-old critical missing person
The Long Beach Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating 22-year-old critical missing person, Christian Garcia, who
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 9.21
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 11,550 total positive results 110 new cases since Friday Seven-day positivity rate: 4.0% 6.8
Read more
4.6 Magnitude Earthquake felt in Long Beach
A 4.6 earthquake near El Monte according to USGS was felt in the city of Long Beach and surrounding cities
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 9.18
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 11,440 total positive results 61 new cases since yesterday Seven-day positivity rate: 3.8% 6.1
Read more
LBPD Looting Task Force ID Additional Suspects
Update Looting Task Force Nets Additional Arrests 9/18/20:On June 1, 2020, the Long Beach Police Department formed the Looting Task
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 9.14
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 11,199 total positive results 65 new cases since Friday Seven-day positivity rate: 4.1% 6.7
Read more
CSULB Extends Virtual Learning to Spring 2021 Semester
California State University of Long Beach President Jane Close Conoley announced that the university will be continuing virtual learning throughout
Read more
The new Port of Long Beach Gerald Desmond Bridge Replacement Project is weeks away from completion
More info: https://newgdbridge.com
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 9.11
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 11,134 total positive results 46 new cases since yesterday Seven-day positivity rate: 4.3% 7.8
Read more
F-18 Fighter Jets at Long Beach Airport This Weekend
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
Read more
LBPD Detectives ID Three Suspects in Connection with Deadly Shooting
On September 10, 2020, at approximately 12:30 p.m., Long Beach Police Officers were dispatched to the 400 block of Atlantic
Read more
Fatal shooting in Downtown Long Beach
On Thursday at 12:30 p.m., Long Beach Police officers were dispatched to the 400 block of Atlantic regarding a shooting
Read more
Man shot and killed after argument in Long Beach
On Tuesday morning at 7:00 am, LBPD officers responded to the area of 10th and Cherry regarding reports of shots fired.
Read more
LBPD Arrest Two Suspects for Human Trafficking of Three Minors
A human trafficking investigation has led to the recovery of three female juveniles reported as missing persons, and the arrest
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 9.04
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 10,852 total positive results 37 new cases since yesterday Seven-day positivity rate: 4.8% 8.2
Read more
Heat wave expected in Long Beach over Labor Day weekend
Excessive heat warning remains in effect from Friday 10am to 8pm Monday according to the National Weather Service. Extreme heat
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 8.31
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 10,524 total positive results 87 new cases since Friday Seven-day positivity rate: 5.2% 10.5
Read more
Helping homeless student fundraiser at Long Beach City College – Virtual style
Join the Helping the Homeless Students Associate Group in their first ever online fundraising event on Sunday, September 13 from
Read more
UPDATE LOCATED: Critical Missing Person 72-Year-Old James Carson
UPDATE LOCATED: Critical missing person, James Carson, has been located unharmed in the City of Long Beach. Have you seen
Read more
MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center dedicates a stroke room with telemedicine capabilities
Nearly 2 million brain cells die each minute a stroke goes untreated, increasing risk of permanent brain damage, disability or
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 8.28
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 10,437 total positive results 79 new cases since yesterday Seven-day positivity rate: 8.8% 168
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 8.24
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 10,147 total positive results 131 new cases since Friday Seven-day positivity rate (updated M/W/F):
Read more
Long Beach City Health Officer extend air-conditioned cooling centers
With high temperatures continued, Long Beach City Health Officer Dr. Anissa Davis has extended the activation of air-conditioned cooling centers
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 8.21
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 10,016 total positive results 86 new cases since yesterday Seven-day positivity rate (updated M/W/F):
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 8.17
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
Read more
1-Year-Old Struck and Killed by Vehicle in Long Beach
On Saturday at 8:05 p.m., Long Beach police officers were dispatched to the area of Lei Drive and Polynesian Drive
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 8.14
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 9,552 total positive results 189 fatalities 78 people hospitalized Approximately 8,293 recovered (Please note
Read more
Long Beach Transit Ambassadors interact & ensure passenger safety
Long Beach Transit Ambassador Program has uniformed security officers with specializedpublic transit training, who will ride LBT’s system to provide
Read more
Mayor’s Stepfather Dies From COVID-19 Complications
Greg O’Donnell, stepfather to Mayor Robert Garcia passed away due to complications from COVID-19. “We are incredibly saddened to share
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 8.10
An underreporting of COVID-19 cases has been discovered due to technology issues with the electronic laboratory reporting system which reports
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 8.07
Note an underreporting of COVID-19 cases has been discovered due to technology issues with the electronic laboratory reporting system which
Read more
UPDATE LOCATED: Critical Missing Person Davontay Marquise Clark
Update Located 8/5/20: On August 5, 2020, at approximately 5:00 pm, Long Beach Police Department officers located Clark in the
Read more
Man shot and killed in mid Long Beach
On Tuesday at 4:16 PM., Long Beach police officers were dispatched to a shooting call in the 700 block of
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 8.03
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 8,362 total positive results 178 fatalities 91 people hospitalized Approximately 6,950 recovered (Please note
Read more
City of Long Beach Unveils Proposed 2021 Budget
Today, the City of Long Beach unveiled its Proposed Fiscal Year 2021 (FY 21) Budget. The Proposed FY 21 Budget
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 7.31
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 8,142 total positive results 177 fatalities 97 people hospitalized Approximately 6,650 recovered (Please note
Read more
LBCC nursing students gain real-life experience at Long Beach City Rapid Clinic
Working in conjunction with the City of Long Beach and the Long Beach Department of Health and Human Services, the
Read more
Long Beach Airport Sees Uptick in Flights
Long Beach, CA – Long Beach Airport (LGB) continues to see a slow but steady recovery in flight schedules, up
Read more
MemorialCare Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital Leads with New Spinal Surgery Technology
MemorialCare Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital Long Beach is now the only children’s hospital from the South Bay to Orange
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 7.27
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 7,582 total positive results 163 fatalities 106 people hospitalized Approximately 5,994 recovered (Please note
Read more
Mayor’s Mother Passes Due to COVID-19
Gaby O’Donnell, the mother of Long Beach mayor Robert Garcia has died after contracting COVID-19. “It is with deep sadness
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 7.24
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 7,368 total positive results 161 fatalities 97 people hospitalized Approximately 5,669 recovered (Please note
Read more
Long Beach man killed in hit-and-run
On Thursday at 10:40 pm, Long Beach Police Officers responded to a traffic collision involving a vehicle and a pedestrian.
Read more
15-year-old shot and wounded in Long Beach
On 7/23/20 at approximately 10:55 am, Long Beach police officers were dispatched to the 40 block of West 49th Street regarding
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 7.20
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 6,522 total positive results 159 fatalities 104 people hospitalized Approximately 4,955 recovered (Please note
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 7.17
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 6,334 total positive results 158 fatalities 105 people hospitalized Approximately 4,736 recovered (Please note
Read more
LBPD Looting Task Force Nets Multiple Arrests
The Long Beach Police Department (LBPD) created a Looting Task Force in response to civil unrest that took place in
Read more
Pedestrian struck and killed in vehicle collision
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
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 7.13
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 5,616 total positive results 149 fatalities 97 people hospitalized Approximately 4,102 recovered (Please note
Read more
Governor Newsom Announces Further Closures to Slow the Spread of COVID-19
Governor Newsom and the State of California have announced additional closures to indoor operations in many counties, including all Southern
Read more
UPDATE Located: 10-year-old critical missing person Leilani Sucess Collins
Update 7/11/20: On July 11, 2020, at approximately 12:40 p.m., detectives were able to learn the whereabouts of the missing
Read more
Day Camps are Vital to the Under-served: A perspective from four social workers
Summertime for children and youth usually means swimming pools, free time spent with friends, and one other great equalizer: day
Read more
F-18 Fighter Jets To Conduct Training At Long Beach Airport This Weekend
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
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 7.10
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 5,246 total positive results 145 fatalities 87 people hospitalized Approximately 3,861 recovered (Please note
Read more
JetBlue operations fly away from Long Beach Airport to LAX
Long Beach, CA – JetBlue announced today it will make Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) its primary base of operations in greater Los
Read more
Case of West Nile Virus Reported in Long Beach
Long Beach, CA – The first human case of West Nile virus (WNV) this mosquito season was reported in Long
Read more
UPDATE: Located Critical Missing Person Christopher James Timmons
Updated 7/9/20: On July 9, 2020, detectives were notified that missing person Timmons was located by the Los Angeles Police
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 7.6
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 4,472 total positive results 136 fatalities 75 people hospitalized Approximately 3,399 recovered (Please note
Read more
City of Long Beach Temporary Flavored Tobacco Ban Enforcement
The City of Long Beach reminds retailers that effective today, all flavored tobacco must be removed and cannot be sold
Read more
City of Long Beach Now Accepting Applications for Emergency Rental Assistance
Long Beach, CA – The City today announced that application forms and program materials are available for a newly launched
Read more
3rd Long Beach Fatal Shooting in Last 3 Days
Long Beach has seen a spike in shootings in the last few days, the latest fatal shooing was last night
Read more
UPDATE: Three Women Shot, One Killed at Long Beach Candlelight Vigil
On June 29, 2020, at approximately 9:00 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 5800 block of Orange Avenue regarding a
Read more
Long Beach to Close Beaches Over Fourth of July Weekend
The City announced today that, in alignment with Los Angeles County, Long Beach beaches will be closed to the public
Read more
Should I Wear A Mask?
Current recommendations by the US Centers for Disease Control (“CDC”) and the World Health Organization (“WHO”) state that masks provide
Read more
Triple shooting near Orange and South in North Long Beach
Three women were shot, one fatally, at a vigil held for a shooting victim in Long Beach Monday evening, police
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 6.29
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 3,799 total positive results 130 fatalities 79 people hospitalized Approximately 2,750 recovered (Please note
Read more
16-year-old male shot in North Long Beach
This is the 5th shooting in 12 hours in the City of Long Beach. The latest shooting was a 16-year-old
Read more
Dark Harbor Postponed Until 2021
Epic Entertainment has confirmed that the 2020 season of The Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor has been officially canceled due to
Read more
Mandatory Closure of Bars in Los Angeles County Including Long Beach
Long Beach, CA – Today, California Governor Gavin Newsom announced the mandatory closure of bars in Los Angeles County in
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 6.26
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 3,643 total positive results 125 fatalities 77 people hospitalized Approximately 2,614 recovered (Please note
Read more
City Encourages Residents to Celebrate Safely at Home This Fourth of July
The City is encouraging everyone to safely enjoy the 4th of July holiday, and takes seriously the job of enforcing
Read more
Incoming LBCC Students Receive Chromebook Laptops
The Long Beach Center for Economic Inclusion (LBCEI) presented Long Beach City College (LBCC) a donation of 100 Chromebook laptop
Read more
Two Found Shot To Death In Long Beach After Home Break-In
On June 23, 2020, at approximately 12:10 a.m., officers were dispatched to the 1000 block of Almond Court to a
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 6.22
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 3,042 total positive results 120 fatalities 70 people hospitalized Approximately 2,359 recovered (Please note
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 6.19
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 2,934 total positive results 118 fatalities 73 people hospitalized Approximately 2,225 recovered (Please note
Read more
City to Distribute Free Face Shields to Long Beach Bars, Restaurants and Personal Care Establishments
Today and this weekend, the City of Long Beach will distribute free face shields to Long Beach-based bars, restaurants and
Read more
Long Beach Parks to Offer Summer Food Service for Children and Youth
For the 41st year in a row, the City of Long Beach Department of Parks, Recreation and Marine (PRM) will
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 6.12
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 2,634 total positive results 114 fatalities 76 people hospitalized Approximately 2,036 recovered (Please note
Read more
Racist rants caught on camera now police seek help locating Long Beach women
A woman was seen on multiple viral videos were she unleashed racist remarks against three people at a park in
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 6.12
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 2,565 total positive results 110 fatalities 79 people hospitalized Approximately 1,923 recovered (Please note
Read more
Long Beach Launches SafeBiz, Physical Distancing Self-Certification for Businesses
Today, the City of Long Beach launched SafeBiz, a web-interface which allows businesses, which may open according to the “Safer at
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 6.08
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 2,273 total positive results 100 fatalities 83 people hospitalized Approximately 1,662 recovered (Please note
Read more
Long Beach Police Officer Fired for Posting Graphc Photos on Social Media
Today, Friday, June 5, 2020, the LBPD officer responsible for posting graphic photos on his personal social media accounts has
Read more
Off-duty Long Beach Police Officer Killed in Crash
On Thursday, June 4, 2020, at approximately 2:25 p.m., officers were dispatched to the area of 7th Place and Ocean
Read more
City of Long Beach Orders Citywide Curfew Beginning at 6 p.m. Today
Today, the City of Long Beachordered a curfew effective citywide at 6 p.m. this evening for the safety of the public. No persons
Read more
City of Long Beach Orders Citywide Curfew Beginning at 4 p.m. Today
Today, the City of Long Beach ordered a curfew effective at 1 p.m. in business districts and citywide at 4 p.m. today,
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 5.29
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 1,857 total positive results Daily reporting of case counts continues to fluctuate due to
Read more
One male shot near PCH and Pacific in Long Beach
On 5/29/20 at approximately 12:35 p.m., officers were dispatched to the area of Pine Avenue and Pacific coast Highway for
Read more
More Long Beach Establishments May Reopen with Restrictions
The City of Long Beach announced that offices, places of worship and in-person retail may reopen, with restrictions, in alignment
Read more
Pedestrian Killed During Police Pursuit in Long Beach
On Tuesday, May 26, 2020, at approximately 11:10 p.m., officers were involved in a pursuit of a vehicle fleeing the
Read more
Long Beach City Covid-19 Update 5.24
By the Numbers (Long Beach only), Saturday, May 23: 1,553 total positive results Daily reporting of case counts continues to
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 5.22
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 1,513 total positive results Daily reporting of case counts continues to fluctuate due to
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 5.18
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 1,305 total positive results 52 fatalities 63 people hospitalized Approximately 848 recovered (Please note
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 5.15
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 1,214 total positive results Daily reporting of case counts continues to fluctuate due to
Read more
Facial Coverings Required at Long Beach Airport
As part of its ongoing safety precautions, Long Beach Airport (LGB) requires all passengers, employees and visitors to wear a facial covering
Read more
Zoom, Canvas, and Emails: CSULB Students Adjust to Virtual Learning
CSULB Students are struggling to adapt to a class-free learning experience. Life, as we had known so far, has been
Read more
Pedestrian struck and killed in West Long Beach
On 5/11/20 at approximately 6:40 p.m., officers from the Long Beach Police Department were dispatched to the area of Santa
Read more
Hope on the Bluff in Long Beach
Long Beach Residents that live on the intersection of Ocean and Junipero started a new 8 p.m. ritual by banging
Read more
Calling all Barbershops and Hair Salons in Long Beach
Calling all Barbershops and Hair Salons! Join Accelerate Uptown Where business comes to grow Long Beach Center for Economic Inclusion for a Free
Read more
Long Beach City Covid-19 Update 5.11.20
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 953 total positive results 45 fatalities 50 people hospitalized Approximately 617 recovered (Please note
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 5.08
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 898 total positive results 40 fatalities 50 people hospitalized Approximately 564 recovered (Please note
Read more
City of Long Beach Amends Isolation, Quarantine Health Orders
Today, the Department of Health and Human Services issued amendments to both the Isolation Order and the Quarantine Order, in an effort to
Read more
Long Beach City College 2020 Commencement Moves to June 12
Long Beach City College rescheduled and revised its annual Commencement exercises as a virtual ceremony to take place on Fri.,
Read more
710 Freeway at 405 shut down due to CHP officer-involved shooting
A man with a knife on the Freeway prompted the closure of the northbound lanes of the 710 Freeway just
Read more
Councilmember Rex Richardson Announces Major Drive-Thru Food Distribution for Long Beach Families in Response to COVID-19
On Saturday, May 9th, Long Beach City Councilmember Rex Richardson, along with State Senator Lena Gonzalez, Labor Community Services Los
Read more
Additional Limited Retail and Outdoor Recreational Activities To Reopen with Restrictions in Long Beach
Today, the City of Long Beach announced additional retail, golf, and trails will reopen with restrictions on Friday, May 8.
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 5.01
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 768 total positive results 37 fatalities 42 people hospitalized Approximately 475 recovered (Please note
Read more
COVID-19 City Update: 5.01
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 709 total positive results 36 fatalities 54 people hospitalized Approximately 424 recovered (Please note
Read more
What you need to know when riding the Long Beach Transit
More info: ridelbt.com
Read more
Woman struck and killed near Artesia and Butler in North Long Beach
On 04/28/20, at approximately 3:00 p.m., LBPD officers were dispatched to Butler Ave and Artesia Blvd regarding a traffic collision
Read more
COVID-19 City Update – 4.27
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 582 total positive results 31 fatalities 50 people hospitalized Approximately 343 recovered (Please note
Read more
OP-ED: Studies Suggest The Economic Shutdown Will Cause More Deaths Than Covid-19
Across the United States and worldwide Covid-19 is causing great devastation, especially to those who have lost loved ones. As
Read more
Virgin Orbit Ventilators Ready To Ship
Virgin Orbit, Sir Richard Branson’s responsive satellite launch company, announced today that regulators at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Read more
Long Beach City Covid-19 Update 4.23.20
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 518 positive results, including 43 people who are hospitalized and approximately 297* cases where
Read more
3.8 Magnitude Earthquake Felt in Long Beach
A 3.8 magnitude earthquake in Windsor Hills, CA was felt in Long Beach at 12:03a.m. Wednesday morning according to USGS.
Read more
Fire Department Activates Mobile Assessment Team
The Long Beach Fire Department (LBFD) has implemented a newly created Mobile Assessment Team (MAT) specifically assigned to transport individuals
Read more
Creating Keychains to Distract from Covid- Chaos
Long Beach resident relays on small keychain making business to relieve stress and make money during Pandemic
Read more
Stanford Study Suggests Covid-19 Has Similar Mortality Rate To Flu
A study was released today by Stanford University demonstrating that the mortality rate of Covid-19 is far lower than previously
Read more
COVID-19 City Update – 4.17
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 419 positive results, including 45 people who are hospitalized and approximately 213* cases where
Read more
The “Science” of Coronavirus
Amid decreasing deaths and hospitalizations from Coronavirus, California’s leading politicians are considering re-opening the state’s economy. Despite repeated promises that
Read more
City Council Takes Action for Economic Relief
Yesterday, the Long Beach City Council unanimously adopted 25 individual actions related to a historic local Economic Relief Package designed to help
Read more
Small Business Spotlight with George’s Greek Cafe during Covid-19 crisis
More info: www.georgesgreekcafe.com
Read more
COVID-19 City Update – 4.15
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 379 positive results, including 49 people who are hospitalized and approximately 190* cases where
Read more
Airplane Makes Emergency Landing in Long Beach
A single engine Avions Robin aircraft with pilot and passenger makes an emergency landing near Wardlow and Coyote Creek. No
Read more
National Guard Humanitarian Assistance in Long Beach
Last week, the California National Guard approved the City of Long Beach’s request to provide logistical support for humanitarian assistance
Read more
Long Beach Coronavirus Relief Fund Exceeds $1,000,000 and Expands Priorities Funded
The City of Long Beach, in partnership with the Long Beach Community Foundation, has raised more than $1,000,000 from members
Read more
Amendment to City of Long Beach “Safer at Home” Health Order
The City of Long Beach issued an amendment to the existing “Safer at Home” Order, in an effort to further reduce the
Read more
COVID-19 City Update – 4.11
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 332 positive results, including 48 Long Beach residents who are hospitalized and approximately 140*
Read more
New Long Beach Schools Superintendent selected
The Long Beach Unified School District Board of Education unanimously selected Jill Baker as superintendent of schools today. She will
Read more
COVID-19 City Update – 4.7
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 256 positive results, including approximately 87* cases where people have recovered. Three more deaths
Read more
Coronavirus: A Critical Analysis Of The Media
When paddle boarders in Malibu are being arrested for ignoring stay at home orders, one might begin to question whether
Read more
Free Virtual Book Club & Documentary Screen for Stories of Elders to benefit Meals on Wheels
Long Beach author Veronica Kirin launches virtual book club to commemorate the selection of documentary Stories of Elders (by David Astudillo) as a
Read more
More than 170 Long Beach Animal Care Shelter Cats and Dogs Find Homes During COVID-19 Pandemic
Rufus is a happy, handsome 8-year-old Pit Bull-Shar Pei mix who loves to give high fives with his paws. After
Read more
Long Beach City College Partners with City of Long Beach on Rapid Assessment Clinic
LBCC’s Pacific Coast Campus will be the site of this walk-up clinic working in conjunction with the City of Long
Read more
Long Beach COVID-19 City Update: 4.3
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 171 positive results, including approximately 40* cases where people have recovered. A total of
Read more
Long Beach Schools Close Through Academic Year
The closure of all schools in the Long Beach Unified School District will extend through the end of the academic
Read more
Pacific Gateway to Launch New ‘Work Long Beach’ Program
The City of Long Beach has launched a program that matches people who are unemployed or underemployed with potential employers.
Read more
Long Beach Covid-19 Update: 3.31
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 123 positive results (total includes individuals who have recovered) One death within the city
Read more
What you need to know to get your economic impact payment
The Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service today announced that distribution of economic impact payments will begin in the
Read more
Long Beach Police Officer-Involved Shooting in Central Long Beach
Long Beach Police responded to an officer-involved shooting near MLK park around 3:00pm today. LBPD officers were dispatched to 1950 Lemon
Read more
Ways to #quarancoffee in Long Beach
A daily habit of caffeine can be an expensive treat, but now following California State’s Governor, Gavin Newsom’s order to
Read moreCity Beaches Closed Through May 1
To reduce the risk of community spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) and help maintain the safety of residents, the
Read more
LBPD Arrest Sexual Assault and Kidnapping Suspect
The Long Beach Police Department has made an arrest of a male adult suspect wanted in connection with a sexual
Read moreLong Beach Police Department Police Officer Tests Positive for COVID-19
On March 26, 2020, the Long Beach Police Department (LBPD) was notified that a police officer has tested positive for
Read more
Evictions Suspended for Tenants Affected By COVID-19
A new emergency ordinance, effective today, temporarily halts evictions for residential and commercial tenants affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, as
Read more
Long Beach COVID-19 Update: 3.26
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 54 positive results New total includes 4 Long Beach firefighters who are City residents,
Read more
Fatal single vehicle traffic collision in Long Beach
On Thursday, March 26, 2020 at approximately 2:06 a.m., officers from the Long Beach Police Department were dispatched to the area
Read more
Eight LB Firefighters Test Positive for Covid-19
Eight Long Beach Fire Department firefighters tested positive for COVID-19, otherwise known as coronavirus disease. All eight of the infected
Read more
Suspicious package found during shooting investigation
On Tuesday at approximately 5:30 p.m., while investigating a hit shooting in the area of Artesia Boulevard and the Los Angeles
Read more
Long Beach Covid-19 Update : 3.24
By the Numbers : 28 positive results 5 people have recovered. 1 death. See press release for more details. Please note that
Read moreLong Beach Covid-19 Update: 3.23
By the Numbers (Long Beach only): 19 positive results 4 people have recovered 1 death. See press release for more details. Approximately
Read moreLong Beach Reports First Fatal Case of Covid-19
The City of Long Beach reports that a female resident in her fifties has died of complications of COVID-19. The