Murder Investigation Ongoing After Shooting Leaves One Dead
On Jan. 16, 2022, at approximately 10:15 p.m., officers responded to a report of a shooting that occurred inside an open business near the 1900
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Surge in COVID-19 Cases Cause Delay in City Services and Events for the Long Beach Community
Across the state of California, residents are beginning to see postponements, cancellations, and modifications implemented or reinstatement due to the
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Two Suspects Arrested in connection with Lime Avenue Murder
Homicide detectives have arrested two male suspects following a stabbing incident which resulted in the murder of one male victim.
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Long Beach City Councilwoman Suzie Aramesh Price Launches Campaign For Mayor
District 3 Councilwoman Suzie Price has announced her campaign for Long Beach Mayor. LONG BEACH – Long Beach City Councilwoman
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Long Beach Race for Mayor and Other Campaigns Now Underway
LONG BEACH, Ca — The election cycle for the City of Long Beach will open on June 7 for the
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Long Beach City College announces Changes to Winter Intersession due to Omicron Surge
Long Beach City College has announced a shift in in-person learning; adding more virtual options and the opportunity for excused
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Dispute leads to Shootout outside of Elementary School
LONG BEACH – A verbal dispute between two males resulted in a shootout this afternoon behind Nieto Herrera Elementary School
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Transportation Secretary Buttigieg Tours Port of Long Beach
U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg took a tour of the Port of Long Beach on Tuesday to view firsthand efforts
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Long Beach Police Department Announces 2021 Year-End Crime Statistics
Today, the Long Beach Police Department announced the 2021 year-end crime statistics. Similar to other cities across the nation, the Long
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Top Long Beach Black Chefs to Prepare and Serve Lunch at Long Beach Rescue Mission
Three top chefs will offer their culinary talents during a unique event at the Long Beach Rescue Mission ahead of
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15 and 16-year-old juveniles shot in Long Beach
Early Sunday morning, at 6:35 a.m., Long Beach Police officers responded to the 1600 block of East 14th streetregarding a shots
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City Announces Request for Qualifications for Black Mental Health Services
LONG BEACH – The Long Beach Department of Health and Human Services (Health Department) has announced a request for qualifications for Black-serving mental health organizations to provide
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CSU Long Beach Starts Off New Semester with Virtual Instruction
The California State University of Long Beach has decided the first two weeks of the Spring 2022 semester will be
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City of Long Beach Issues Updated Isolation and Quarantine Orders, Health Order
LONG BEACH – The Long Beach Department of Health and Human Services (Health Department) has issued updated Isolation and Quarantine Orders and an updated Health Order, all
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Anime Los Angeles 17 Comes to Long Beach This Weekend
Anime Los Angeles 17 is coming to Long Beach this weekend at the Long Beach Convention Center. Anime Los Angeles
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Police Seek Public Help to find At-Risk Person
UPDATE: According to LBPD as of 1/6/22, missing person David Alejandro Quiroz safely returned to his care facility, unharmed. Thank
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City Announces Updates to COVID-19 Clinic Operations and Other City Services Due to Surge
As COVID-19 cases continue to surge locally and throughout the state, the City of Long Beach today announced several operational changes and potential impacts to City
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Vice Mayor Rex Richardson Launches Campaign for Long Beach Mayor
Long Beach, CA — Vice Mayor Rex Richardson is declaring his candidacy to be Long Beach’s next Mayor. In an announcement
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Long Beach Beaches Temporarily Closed Due to Sewage Spill
Long Beach City Health Officer, Dr. Anissa Davis, ordered all swimming areas at beaches in Long Beach temporarily closed for
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New Year’s Eve Festivities Around Every Corner
With the year 2022 swiftly approaching, fireworks and streamers aren’t the only way to countdown to midnight. This New Year’s
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Police seek Community Help in identifying Hit-and-Run Driver
Detectives from the Long Beach Police Department’s Collision Investigation Detail are seeking the public’s help in identifying the driver of
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Long Beach Rescue Mission looks forward to growth in 50th year
Long Beach Rescue Mission hires Interim Executive Director; plans to expand its community reach in the new year. LONG BEACH
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Women Killed by Hit-And-Run Collision
LONG BEACH – On Dec. 27 at 5:25 p.m., Long Beach Police Department officers responded to an injury hit-and-run collision
Read moreLong Beach Rescue Mission hosts Annual Toy Drive
The Long Beach Rescue Mission recently hosted its Annual Toy Drive to benefit local families with children this holiday season.
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Long Beach to Receive Extended Period of Rain into Holiday Weekend
A series of storms is expected bring wet weather to Long Beach and Los Angeles County today, Dec. 22, and into the holiday weekend. The National Weather
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Rescued baby sea otter arrives at the Aquarium of the Pacific
The Aquarium of the Pacific is lending a helping hand to a baby sea otter who was recently rescued off
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Governor, Mayor, Port Envoy Vow Action on Supply Chain
California Governor Gavin Newsom and Biden Administration-appointed Port Envoy John D. Porcari visited the Port of Long Beach on Wednesday
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Donate today to the Wishlist for MemorialCare Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital Long Beach
Donate here: https://www.millerchildrens.org/wishlist
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Threats of School Shootings on Dec. 17th Circulate on TikTok
A threat to schools via TikTok has sparked confusion and worry among families and school authorities across Southern California and
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Long Beach Mayor Robert Garcia Announces He Is Running For Congress
Long Beach Mayor Robert Garcia announced today he is running for California’s Long Beach-based congressional seat in 2022. In a video announcement on
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UPDATE: Video surfaces of Lakewood High School staff physically restraining student with special needs during protest
Earlier this week, “students staged a demonstration in the quad area of Lakewood High School’s campus…Students staged the demonstration after
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MemorialCare Miller Children’s Hospital brings holiday cheer to young patients
MemorialCare Miller Children’s and Women’s Hospital Long Beach created a winter wonderland for some of their youngest patients who got
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53-Year-Old Man Shot and Killed in Long Beach
A 53-year-old man was shot on Wednesday at 11:48 p.m., in the Wrigley neighborhood of Long Beach. LBPD officers responded
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Omicron Variant of COVID-19 Virus Found in Long Beach
On December 6, 2021, the Long Beach Health Department received confirmation of its first case of COVID-19 with mutations consistent with the new
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Suspect Arrested for Sexual Battery of Three Victims, Additional Victims Sought
On Friday, Dec. 3, 2021, Long Beach Police Detectives arrested Jerod Curtis, a 29-year-old resident of Carson, for multiple counts
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Wood Coffee gets ready for a soft launch
LONG BEACH, Ca – Nolan Wood is a member of the Queer community and is the owner of Wood Coffee,
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College-Athletes will be able to be paid for their name, image, and likeness
LONG BEACH – Starting in the 2021-2022 academic school year, college athletes will be able to be endorsed and paid
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African American Military Exhibit debuts at Expo Center
LONG BEACH, CALIFORNIA- The African American Military Experience at the Long Beach Expo Center is a free exhibit that focuses
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LBPD Seek Public’s Help in Traffic Fatality Investigation
Update 11/30/21: Detectives from the Long Beach Police Department’s Collision Investigation Detail are seeking the public’s help in identifying the
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Celebrate the holiday season in LB
It’s almost December in Long Beach and you know what that means – holiday events galore! Check out our list
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Long Beach Rescue Mission continues to give the gift of community through the holiday season
The Long Beach Rescue Mission is on a mission to continue providing the essentials and more to those in need in the Long Beach community this holiday season.
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Belmont Heights Community Association hosts food drive for the holidays
Belmont Heights Community Association is an organization that collects and donates canned and dried foods, school supplies, along with new personal hygiene items at the end of each month.
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Long Beach Welcomes International Tamales Festival 2021
Long Beach Living’s International Tamales Festival 2021 will make its debut in Long Beach, collaborating with Roxanne’s bar & grill.
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Wrong-Way Driver Killed after Crash with Tractor-Trailer on 710 Freeway
On Friday Nov. 12, 2021, at 11:45 p.m., LBPD officers responded to the area of the southbound 710 Freeway near
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2021 Long Beach Independent Redistricting Commission Adopts Final Map for New Council District Boundaries
On Thursday, November 18, the Long Beach Independent Redistricting Commission voted to adopt the final map for the new Long Beach City Council district boundaries.
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Mayoral Candidate J. Raul Cedillo sees a brighter future for Long Beach
Long Beach will hold elections, including for the seat of mayor, in 2022, and candidate J. Raul Cedillo wants to bring big changes to the city.
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All Adults Now Eligible for COVID-19 Booster in Long Beach
Long Beach, CA – The City of Long Beach Department of Health and Human Services (Health Department) is now offering COVID-19 vaccine boosters to
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Long Beach City College earns 2021 Champion of Higher Education award
Long Beach City College (LBCC) has been named a 2021 Champion of Higher Education for the fourth time in five years
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Mismanagement sinks $23 Million on phantom repairs for Queen Mary
Long Beach, CA – Long Beach City Auditor Laura Doud today released her Queen Mary Report to verify that Urban Commons, the previous leaseholder, and operator of the Queen Mary, used the $23 million as agreed upon to fund the 27 urgent and critical repair projects and to determine whether the City of Long Beach (City) provided sufficient oversight of the funds for these projects.
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Workforce Development Program prepares Mission Residents for Self-Sufficiency
The Long Beach Rescue Mission Workforce Development Program aids residents in achieving stable employment, learning financial literacy, and other essential tools before they transition into their new lives.
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UPDATE: Man with gun shot by police in Long Beach
On Friday at 8:20 a.m., LBPD officers were dispatched to the area of Los Coyotes Diagonal and Woodruff Avenue regarding
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LB Port backlog persists
Over 150 ships are currently at our ports, and they are not going anywhere anytime soon. According to the Marine
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Police Seek Help Locating At-Risk Missing Person Leonard Webb
UPDATE 11/10/21 at 3:30 p.m.:On Nov. 10, 2021, Caltrans employees spotted Mr. Webb while they were working in the area
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City of Long Beach Issues Updated Health Order
Long Beach, CA – The Long Beach Department of Health and Human Services (Health Department) has issued an updated Health Order, that took
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Why Two Aerospace Companies are Staying in Long Beach
Aerospace companies chose to be in Long Beach because of its community, history and resources.
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Long Beach Airport’s Festival of Flight Returns this Saturday
Long Beach Airport’s award-winning Festival of Flight is returning this Saturday, November 6. The popular free event, which was canceled last
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UPDATE: Locals fear possible demolition of Queen Mary
Residents express worry as the Queen Mary runs the risk of permanent closure.
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Long Beach City College announces Safe Parking Program for Unhoused Students
LONG BEACH – Long Beach City College (LBCC) officials have announced the implementation of a pilot Safe Parking Program for
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Six struck as suspect flees scene of domestic violence
On 10/31/21 at approximately 2:43 a.m., officers responded to the 1300 block of Orange Avenue regarding an unknown trouble call, later determined to be an assault with a deadly weapon and domestic violence.
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ComplexCon ’21 gives exclusive insight to LBLN
ComplexCon returns to Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center Nov. 6-7, with the theme ‘Reunite and Reconnect.’ ComplexCon is an innovative festival that integrates brands, people, and trends with pop culture, lifestyle, streetwear, sneakers, fashion, music, conversations, and food.
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ICE reports uptick in maritime smuggling events this past summer
According to a news release by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, “ Maritime smuggling events in Orange, Los Angeles and Ventura counties increased significantly this summer reaching record levels.”
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Long Beach Rescue Mission Offers Life-Altering Programs
The Long Beach Rescue Mission continues to offer transforming programs to the most vulnerable members of the Long Beach community.
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Scare up some good fun for Halloween in LB
It’s Halloween and you know what that means – it’s time to scare up some good fun! Long Beach has
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Former School Safety Officer Charged with Murder following Shooting
Former LBUSD safety officer Eddie Gonzalez charged with murder following the death of Mona Rodriquez.
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Confidential Coffee: a distinctive blend of heritage and flavor in downtown LB
Confidential Coffee has just celebrated its third birthday in the heart of downtown Long Beach. Upon walking in, there is
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Local youth fight for climate change action
A group of high school students and other youth gathered at a Long Beach Unified School District board meeting to
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Long Beach Rescue Mission seeks prayer team members, volunteers, and thanksgiving donations
The Long Beach Rescue Mission is inviting members of the community to join its Prayer Team and also seeks volunteer
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Marine Fire in Long Beach Harbor
Long Beach Fire Department’s Lifeguard Rescue Boat 1 and 1st Alarm Assignment made quick work of a 40-foot pleasure craft vessel that was engulfed in flames earlier this afternoon in Alamitos Bay. Though no injuries were reported, fire investigators are currently looking into the origins of the fire.
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Long Beach Prepares for Potential Heavy Rain, Winds
A storm system is bringing rain, winds, and cold weather to Southern California this morning, Monday, Oct. 25. The National Weather Service is predicting rain showers throughout the day with cooler temperatures in the evening. The heaviest rains are expected between 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 pm. Light rain and cooler temperatures are expected to follow into the evening.
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Southern California oil spill more dangerous than many thought
Long Beach residents express displeasure as authorities and Coast Guard scrambled to contain the Oct 2 oil spill. Following the
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UPDATE: Located At-Risk Missing Person: Leopoldo Flores Alfaro
The Long Beach Police Department is asking for the public’s help locating a 72-year-old at-risk missing person, Leopoldo Flores Alfaro,
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Hit-and-Run Results in Death of Pedestrian in Long Beach
On Oct. 17, 2021, at approximately 7:51 p.m., officers from the Long Beach Police Department assisted the Signal Hill Police
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Music at Midnight at Que Sera
As the weather turns cooler and Long Beach residents wrap themselves in a single scarf (if the bitter cold reaches
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Guilt-free Mexican food in the community of Long Beach
Tocaya, a guilt-free modern Mexican restaurant on 2nd and Pacific Coast Highway, opened on August 18th. They are dedicated to
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U.S. Marshals Involved Shooting in Long Beach
On Thursday a U.S. Marshals Fugitive Task Force was in the area of 12th street and Cedar avenue in Long
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New district lines may misrepresent voters
The next time the citizens of Long Beach will be able to vote in the midterm elections will be June
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Long Beach Airport’s Festival of Flight Returns
LONG BEACH, CA – The Long Beach Airport’s (LGB) award-winning Festival of Flight is coming in for a landing Saturday, November 6. The popular free event, which was canceled last
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Race into the weekend: Long Beach Marathon returns Saturday and Sunday
The Long Beach Marathon returns this weekend, Oct. 9 to Oct. 10, for the first time in almost two years,
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City Manager Announces Recruitment Process for Police Chief
Long Beach, CA – City Manager Tom Modica today announced the process for selecting a new leader of the Long Beach Police Department (LBPD) since Chief Robert G. Luna announced last month that he will be retiring in December 2021.
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UPDATE: Mona Rodriguez Death to be Investigated as Homicide by LBPD
Yesterday, Oct. 6, 2021, Manuela “Mona” Rodriguez, who was struck in the upper body in a shooting incident on Sep.
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Non-profit organization activates policy to combat homelessness in Long Beach
Everyone In is a non-profit organization powered by United Way that helps advocate for and identify people and policies to
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Long Beach Transit making it stress-free on students and parents with discounted fares
More info: https://ridelbt.com/students
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Pedestrian Struck and Killed on Corner of PCH and Lewis Ave
On Oct. 6, 2021, at approximately 5:51 a.m., officers responded to an injury traffic collision in the area of Pacific Coast Highway and Lewis Avenue, which resulted in the death of a male adult pedestrian.
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Concerns and celebration as high school sports return
As the number of cases of COVID-19 in Long Beach dwindles, the Long Beach Unified School District has begun easing
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Long Beach Airport Recognized for Carbon Reduction Efforts
Long Beach, CA – Airports Council International (ACI), the leading industry group for airports, has certified Long Beach Airport (LGB) with a Level 2 Airport Carbon Accreditation (ACA) emission reduction rating.
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UPDATE: LBUSD School Safety Officer Shoots and Kills 18 Year Old
Tragedy struck this past Monday afternoon in East Long Beach near Millikan High School, on the corner of Palo Verde
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Thanksgiving Campaign Underway at Long Beach Rescue Mission
The Long Beach Rescue Mission, 1430 Pacific Ave., has kicked off its Thanksgiving Campaign seeking $2.20 donations or more to provide meals, shelter, and services to those in need this holiday season.
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Long Beach residents question Measure A implementations
The Measure A Long Beach Ballot proposal, approved by Long Beach voters in 2016, is a 10-year sales tax to
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Celebrating One Year of Transgender and Non-Binary Clinic at MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center
The Family Medicine Residency Program’s Transgender & Non-Binary Clinic at MemorialCare Long BeachMedical Center is celebrating the one-year anniversary of
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Espresso yourself for National Coffee Day in Long Beach
Do you have trouble starting your day without your cup of coffee? We’ve all bean there! National Coffee Day is
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School Safety Officer Involved Shooting in Long Beach
On Monday around 3:15pm a School safety officer involved shooting occurred near Millikan High School. A female was rushed to
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Update located: Long Beach Police asking public’s help locating a 26-year-old critical missing person
Update 9/23/21 at 10:30 a.m.:On Sep. 23, 2021, the Long Beach Police Department was notified that missing person Davontay Marquise
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Pop-up roller rink skates into Long Beach
Long Beach is an active city and a new way to stay active is now here – Pigeon’s Roller Rink
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CSULB Men’s Water Polo Take a Loss to UCLA
LONG BEACH – California State Long Beach Men’s Water Polo, ranked No. 6, lost to University of California, Los Angeles,
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Unhoused Citizen Struck and Killed by Traffic on 710 Freeway
On Sept. 20, 2021, at approximately 5:34 a.m., officers responded to the area of the 710 Freeway and the 9th
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Double Murder Suspect Arrested in Iowa, Awaits Extradition
On Sept. 16, 2021, U.S. Marshals Southern District of Iowa Fugitive Task Force and Long Beach Police Department Homicide Detectives
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Proof of Vaccination Require at Indoor Bars, Wineries, Breweries an Distilleries
The Long Beach Department of Health and Human Services (Health Department) will align with Los Angeles County and require proof
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President Biden Visit to cause Traffic Delays in Long Beach Today
Long Beach, CA – People traveling through Long Beach are advised to expect traffic delays throughout the City. Street closures
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Pigeon’s Roller Rink Opens as a Pop-Up Skate Venue for the Thriving So Cal Roller Skate Community
Like most action sports, roller skating’s popularity rose dramatically during the pandemic, but the years preceding this new-wave skating boom
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Long Beach Police Chief Robert G. Luna to Retire in December 2021
Long Beach Police Chief Robert G. Luna announced today that he will be retiring in December 2021. Chief Luna was
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Long Beach Rescue Mission seeks volunteers for all areas
The Long Beach Rescue Mission is currently seeking volunteers to assist in the thrift store, kitchen, learning center, mentorship program,
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Decade in the Making of State-of-the-Art Terminal
Long Beach Container Terminal, The nations greenest container cargo facility, is complete after a decade of construction. They said it
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LBPD Seeks Public’s Help Identifying Suspect Wanted for Physically Assaulting Juvenile
Update: Thanks to the help of our community— the suspect wanted for this assault has been taken into custody. Long
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Queen Mary ‘Dark Harbor’ Cancelled for 2021
The Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor has been canceled for the second year in a row due to safety concerns The
Read moreFirst Case of West Nile Virus Reported in Long Beach
The first human case of West Nile virus (WNV) this mosquito season was reported in Long Beach this week. The
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Long Beach Police Department DUI Checkpoint Finds No Drunk Drivers One Day Prior Fatal DUI Incident
The Long Beach Police Department Traffic Section conducted a DUI/Drivers License checkpoint on Friday, September 3, 2021, at Lakewood Boulevard
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16 Year-Old Pedestrian Killed by DUI Driver in East Long Beach
A fatal traffic collision on Sept. 4, 2021 resulted in the death of a male juvenile. On Saturday at 9:07
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Two Shot near Drake Park in Long Beach
Two people shot dead on 1000 block Maine in Long Beach. The Long Beach police were dispatched to the shooting
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Double Shooting at Fruit Vendor in Long Beach
Two people shoot , possible father and son, while getting fruit at a fruit vendor near Orange and Market according
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Atlantic Avenue Closure for Arson Suspect Negotiation Ends With Arrest
At approximately 12:26 p.m. this afternoon, LBPD detectives located a felony arson suspect in the 3300 block of Atlantic Avenue
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LBPD Plan DUI Checkpoint this Friday
The Long Beach Police Department will hold a DUI Checkpoint on Sep. 3, 2021 from 6:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.
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Long Beach Arts Council Announces 2021-2022 Annual Grant Cycle Applications are Open
The Arts Council for Long Beach is excited to announce that the 2021–2022 Annual Grant Cycle Applications and Guidelines are now available. Applications and Guidelines can be found on the Arts Council website at http://www.artslb.org/grants.
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Long Beach Transit will resume fare collection
More info: https://ridelbt.com/routes-and-services/
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Small Miracles at Miller Children’s and Women’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
More info: https://www.millerchildrenshospitallb.org/nicu/small-baby-program
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Police Seek Help Locating At-Risk Missing Person
Update at 3:30 p.m: On Aug. 31, 2021, missing person Tasha June Merola was located unharmed at a store in
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How Long Beach Is Looking At Its Rooted Segregation
Long Beach City Council Members are aware of the redlining issues, but how is the issue and it’s ripples going to be fixed?
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Local Non-Profit Fights Overdose Stigma and Calls for Awareness
Transformation Support Network, a local non-profit organization, will host a 5k Fun Walk / Run and an Overdose Awareness Vigil
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Police Release Body Cam Video from Officer-Involved Shooting in Long Beach
Update 8/26/21 In accordance with current legislation, including Senate Bill 1421 and Assembly Bill 748, the Long Beach Police Department
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Local Residents Express Major Concerns Over Newly Adopted Budget
The Long Beach City Council voted to adopt the City of Long Beach’s $3 billion budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2022 on Tuesday, Aug. 24. The new budget includes a notable and controversial increase to the budget of the Long Beach Police Department (LBPD) to the tune of $250 million, or about 64 percent of the total General Fund adopted within the new City budget.
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Celebrate International Dog’s Day in LB
International Dog Day is on August 26 and we have some ways for you and your favorite furry friend to
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Long Beach City Council Adopts Fiscal Year 2022 Budget
Long Beach, CA – On Tuesday, August 24, the Long Beach City Council voted to adopt the City of Long
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Long Beach Police Department to Hold DUI Checkpoint on Aug. 27
The Long Beach Police Department will hold a DUI Checkpoint on Aug. 27, 2021 from 6:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.
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Long Beach Locals Celebrate Kobe Bryant Day with Murals
To honor the late great Kobe Bryant, fans in Long Beach can celebrate Kobe Bryant Day by visiting seven murals
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Community Development YMCA’s WEEK of EQUITY
WEEK OF EQUITY is a week of celebrating, recognizing, and empowering all communities. It’s also an annual celebration and calls for
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Police Seek Help Locating At-Risk Missing Person
The Long Beach Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a 22-year-old at-risk missing person, Christopher James
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LBCC Aquatics Coach Helps USA Water Polo Win Gold
Long Beach City College Head Aquatics Coach Chris Oeding helped the United States Water Polo Women’s Senior National Team achieve history during the final weekend of the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo. On Saturday, August 7th, the team defeated Spain, 14-5, to secure their sixth Olympic medal and the team’s third straight gold.
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Local Native, Firefighter, Teacher Dies From COVID-19
The founder of Long Beach Local News has lost his brother this week after battling COVID-19. Michael McGinnis was a
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Third Vaccine Dose Available for Those with Certain Underlying Health Conditions
Long Beach, CA – On Thursday, August 12, 2021, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) amended the Emergency Use
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L.B.P.D. Seeks Public’s Help in Locating Sexual Assault Suspect
The Long Beach Police Department is seeking the public’s help in locating a male suspect involved in a sexual assault.
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Police Plan DUI Checkpoint Today in Long Beach
The Long Beach Police Department will hold a DUI Checkpoint on August 13, 2021, from 6:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.
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Commemorating the “Unluckiest” Day of the Year
LONG BEACH – While many will be avoiding walking under a ladder, stepping on a crack, or breaking a mirror on Friday; others will be glued to their phones today to take part in one of the hottest Friday the 13th trends: getting a tattoo.
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28 Year-Old Arrested by SWAT After Shooting at Police
Suspect taken into custody by S.W.A.T. officers after he fired at police officers early this morning. At approximately 2:00 a.m.,
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LBUSD to Mandate COVID-19 Vaccinations
As the Delta variant surges throughout the world and local community, the Long Beach Unified School District has announced that they will be requiring proof of vaccination or weekly negative COVID-19 tests for all of their employees.
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Advanced Endoscopy Procedures at MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center
More info: https://www.memorialcare.org/services/diagnostics/endoscopy
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Long Beach Police Shoot Armed Robbery Suspect After Pursuit Crash
The Long Beach Police Department is investigating an officer involved shooting that resulted in the critical injury of armed suspect
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Pregnant woman and unborn child killed in road rage DUI collision
A fatal traffic collision Saturday resulted in the death of a pregnant woman and the arrest of a male adult
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UPDATE: Man Struck and Killed by Semi-Truck in Long Beach
On Aug. 5, 2021 at approximately 5:54 p.m., officers responded to the area of Pacific Coast Highway and Hayes Avenue
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Exploring Mental Health with Dr. Benjamin
More info: https://doctoryasmeenpsychology.com
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Two Murdered in Long Beach Shooting
On Friday, at 12:17 a.m., officers were dispatched to a report of a shooting in the 100 block of East
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Fatal Double Shooting in Long Beach
On Thursday at 12:40am LBPD responded to a double shooting near Anaheim St and Locust Ave. in Long Beach. Two
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Human Trafficking Suspect Arrested and Charged for Multiple Crimes
A human trafficking investigation has led to the rescue of an infant child, a 17-year-old female victim, and the arrest
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Long Beach College Initiatives are Helping Students in Need
Long Beach City College and California State University Long Beach have programs set up to prevent students from being in need of housing and food, though they still need help.
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Long Beach Rescue Mission Now Accepting Donations and Volunteers
The Long Beach Rescue Mission is currently accepting donations Tuesdays through Fridays from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. to benefit the Mission’s Thrift Store, 702 West Anaheim St. Donations are tax-deductible and proceeds will go toward meals, shelter, and recovery services for the men and women in the Mission’s New Life Program.
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Five F-18 Fighter Jets to Conduct Operations at Long Beach Airport This Weekend
On Friday, July 30, five U.S. Marine Corps F/A-18 aircraft will be arriving at Long Beach Airport (LGB). These aircraft
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Long Beach City College Will Require Proof of Vaccination or Weekly COVID-19 Testing for Fall
Long Beach City College (LBCC) announced today that all employees and students taking in-person classes will need to provide proof
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The Resiliency and Healing Summit Brings together the Justice Impacted community
The Resiliency and Healing Summit Brings together the Justice Impacted community for 3 days of healing, workshops, roundtables. They need
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Two killed in wrong-way collision on 91 freeway
On Sunday morning at 5:30am Long Beach Fire and CHP responded to a collision that occurred on the 91 freeway.
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One dead, one wounded in double shooting downtown
On Saturday, at 1:20 a.m., LBPD officers assigned to the Downtown Entertainment District heard gunshots nearby 200 Block of North
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Mayor Garcia Announces Closure of Long Beach Migrant Shelter
Long Beach, CA – After reuniting 1,538 migrant children with family members or sponsors from the Emergency Intake Shelter at
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Unhoused Community Members to Enjoy A BBQ Lunch at Long Beach Rescue Mission
Terri Henry, of the non-profit Long Beach Food and Beverage, announced that five of the top Long Beach chefs and restaurateurs hope to provide lunch to over 250 homeless men, women and children initiating the Long Beach Burger Week on July 27th.
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Long Beach Seahorse Whisperer
Roger Hanson built a sanctuary for seahorses off the Long Beach coast and it’s been beneficial ever since.
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Long Beach Police Plan Checkpoint this Friday
The Long Beach Police Department will hold a DUI Checkpoint on July 23, 2021, from 6:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.
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City of Long Beach Celebrates Grand Opening of New Affordable Housing Development
The City of Long Beach, in partnership with The Long Beach Community Investment Company (LBCIC) and Linc Housing Corporation (Linc), today celebrated the
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Long Beach Burger Week from August 1-8
Long Beach residents and visitors alike are in for a treat as dozens of local restaurants and food retailers will
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LBPD Detectives Arrest 45-Year-Old Nathaniel Ford for Possible Murder
On July 17, 2021 at approximately 11:23 a.m., detectives from the Special Investigations Division located and arrested Nathaniel Ford, a
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Long Beach Unveils Proposed Fiscal Year 2022 Budget
Long Beach, CA – Today, the City of Long Beach unveiled its Proposed Fiscal Year 2022 (FY 22) Budget. The
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44-year-old Woman Shot and Killed in Long Beach
On Thursday, at approximately 11:50 p.m., officers were dispatched to a report of shots fired in the 1700 block of
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City of Long Beach requiring mask indoors regardless of vaccination status
The City of Long Beach has seen a 288% increase in average daily cases over the past two weeks as
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LBPD Seeks Public’s Help in Traffic Fatality Investigation
Detectives from the Long Beach Police Department’s Collision Investigation Detail are seeking the public’s help in identifying the driver of
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Two Rescued After Boat Collides With Breakwater and Sinks
Late Wednesday night, July 14 at 11:30 pm, LBFD Lifeguards were dispatched to the Long Beach breakwater as a 65′
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LBPD Officers Find Two-Year-Old, Reunite With Mother
Late Sunday night, officers of the Long Beach Police Department came across a two-year-old child wearing pajamas in the area
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Toxic Waste Discovered Off Coast of Long Beach
The Scripps Institution of Oceanography at the University of California San Diego published a new finding on April 26, from a 14 day expedition in the area known to contain the highly toxic insecticide product called DDT along the Los Angeles coast.
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Former Intern Turned City Prosecutor
Jericho Williams was part of a Long Beach intern program that started in 2015 and is now a city prosecutor.
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Person Struck and Killed Off 710 Freeway
On July 7, 2021, at approximately 3:41 a.m., officers responded to an injury traffic collision in the area of Artesia Boulevard east of the 710 Freeway, which resulted in the death of a male adult.
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Long Beach Rescue Mission Thrift Store in Need of Donations
More info: lbrm.org/thrift-store
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Space Beach Taking Off With Relativity in Long Beach
Space technology and innovation is our country’s greatest frontier, and Long Beach is at the center of it. Earlier this morning,
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Delta Variant of COVID-19 Virus Found in Long Beach
On June 28, 2021, the Long Beach Health Department discovered that the Delta variant of the COVID-19 virus is present
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13-Year-Old, 2 Adults Wounded in Downtown Long Beach Triple Shooting
Long Beach Police Department is on scene investigating a triple shooting that occurred just before 8 PM on Saturday night
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Two Separate Fatal Shootings, Over Night in Long Beach
Two unrelated shootings took place in Long Beach the night of June 24, 2021, into the morning of the 25. Rafael Araiza, a 22-year-old Long Beach resident, as well as a 31-year-old unhoused resident, both suffered fatal gunshot wounds over the course of the night.
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Local Business, Emerick’s Ironworks, Teams Up with HGTV’s Property Brothers
Long Beach local Johnny Emerick, owner of Emerick’s Ironworks, was a guest on an episode of the popular reality show, Property Brothers.
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20-Year-Old Arrested for String of Restaurant Burglaries
On June 21, 2021, Burglary detectives became aware of a series of commercial burglaries occurring in Long Beach between June
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One dead, one wounded in North Long Beach double shooting
On Wednesday at approximately 10:30pm Long Beach police officers were dispatched to a shots call after several 9-1-1 callers reported
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Long Beach Locals Give Back to Community on Go Skate Day
Almost 100 skate decks were given out to Long Beach youth on national Go Skate Day by the local organization and event, Push for Peace.
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DUI Checkpoint Planned by Long Beach Police June 25
The Long Beach Police Department will hold a DUI Checkpoint on June 25th from 6:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. in
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Over 30,000 residents with no power in Long Beach
A power outage affected over 30,000 Bixby Knolls, North Long Beach and Lakewood residents earlier this morning.
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LBFD Knockdown Two-Story House Fire in Long Beach
On Wednesday at 10:40pm LBFD responded to calls of a house fire on the 7100 block of Coralite in East
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LBCC Receives Historic $30 Million Gift From Philanthropist
Long Beach City College (LBCC) received a tremendously generous gift of $30 million from author and philanthropist MacKenzie Scott. This is
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31-Year-Old Arrested after Hit-and-Run Killing Security Guard
Update 6/14/2021: On June 14, 2021, LBPD detectives arrested a suspect for a hit-and-run traffic collision that occurred on June 12,
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Two Shot, One Killed in Central Long Beach
Shots were heard near the intersection of 20th Street and Wesley Drive on the night of June 13, 2021. Two male adults were wounded, one fatally.
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Hit-and-Run Kills Man Working inside Security Guard Shack
On Saturday at 3:09 p.m., LBPD officers were dispatched to the 2000 block of San Gabriel Avenue regarding an injury
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Family Continues Search for Overboard Passenger of Catalina Express
Though the official search has concluded, Keion’s family and loved ones aren’t giving up. In addition to the 600 square miles searched by authorities both on the ocean and from the air, Kion’s family has coordinated with community members to keep up the search efforts.
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Man hit during car-to-car shooting in Long Beach
On Saturday at 9:50 a.m., Long Beach police officers were dispatched to the 3300 block of Cover Street regarding an assault
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Suspect Arrested for Hit-and-Run in Long Beach
Update 6/11/21 at 7:00 p.m.:On June 11, 2021, detectives arrested a suspect for a hit-and-run traffic collision that occurred on
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Medina Orthwein LLP Files Race Discrimination Class Action on Behalf of Black City of Long Beach Employees
The City of Long Beach is being sued by Black employees as they allegedly failed to provide the Black employees
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Long Beach to Align with California Health Guidance for the Use of Masks
Long Beach, CA – On June 9, 2021, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) issued new guidance for individuals
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Police ask public help identifying hit and run driver which injured infant
Detectives from the Long Beach Police Department’s Collision Investigation Detail are seeking the public’s help in identifying the driver of
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Police Seek Public’s Help Locating At-Risk Missing Person Mary Margaret Robinson
The Long Beach Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating 57-year-old at-risk missing person Mary Margaret Robinson,
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On June 10, 2021 at approximately 11:29 a.m., LBPD officers were dispatched to the area of 67th Street and Long Beach Boulevard regarding
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LBPD Arrests Murder Suspect
Detectives identified and arrested male adult suspect Luis Oros, a 22-year-old resident of Long Beach who was booked on one count of attempted murder on June 3, 2021.
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City to Reveal New Pride Lifeguard Tower after Recent Fire Destroys Original
LB Officials are dedicating and unveiling a new Pride Lifeguard Tower that will be painted by LGBTQ+ LB Firefighters on Thursday at 5pm at the Beach.
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Police seek public’s help locating critical missing person Colette Flores Whiteway
The Long Beach Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating 36-year-old at risk missing person Colette Flores
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City of Long Beach Regains Control of the Queen Mary for First Time in Over 40 Years
Long Beach, CA – For the first time in over 40 years, the City of Long Beach will regain full
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Aquarium of the Pacific Debuts New Exhibit
Sea turtles, glowing reefs, and a day octopus, oh my! The Aquarium of the Pacific is debuting a new exhibit
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Suspect Arrested for Lewd Acts with Minor, Additional Victims Sought
On Thursday, May 13, 2021, detectives arrested a male adult suspect who performed lewd acts with a minor. On May
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Transportation of Migrant Children Through LGB Airport Persists
Over 60 migrant children took a flight out of Long Beach airport in late May and are currently unaccounted for by the public.
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Outdoor events in June to keep LB busy
It’s almost summer-time and Long Beach has some great outdoor events to keep you busy. The first Surfrider Foundation Beach
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MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center advanced neurology interventional radiology
More info: https://www.memorialcare.org/services/stroke-care/division-interventional-neuroradiology
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Evening Vaccines Available at Long Beach City College Pacific Coast Campus
The city of Long Beach is now hosting evening vaccines at Long Beach City College’s Pacific Coast Hwy Campus during weeknights.
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Update: Double Shooting in West Long Beach
On May 28, 2021 at approximately 11:20 p.m., officers were dispatched to a hotel in the 3600 block of Santa
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California Launches New $116.5 Million Vaccination Incentive Program
The State of California has launched a $116.5 million incentive program for vaccinated residents. The vaccine incentive program is the
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Local Long Beach Photographer Valerie J. Bower
With Asian Pacific American Heritage Month (APAHM) coming to an end, Long Beach Local News would like to highlight local Filipina-American photographer Valerie J. Bower.
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