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Collision 

Woman struck and killed by vehicle near Cherry and Del Amo

January 8, 2021January 11, 2021 LBLN

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

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Breaking News Collision Port 

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

December 9, 2020December 9, 2020 LBLN

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

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Collision 

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

December 3, 2020December 3, 2020 LBLN

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

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Collision 

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

October 22, 2020October 22, 2020 LBLN

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

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Collision 

Fatal Traffic Collision on PCH in Long Beach

September 30, 2020September 30, 2020 LBLN

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

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Collision 

Overturned Vehicle Collides with Restaurant Parklet

September 24, 2020September 24, 2020 LBLN

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

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Collision Long Beach 

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

August 16, 2020August 17, 2020 LBLN

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

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Breaking News Collision 

Pedestrian struck and killed in vehicle collision

July 15, 2020July 15, 2020 LBLN

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

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Breaking News Collision Police 

Off-duty Long Beach Police Officer Killed in Crash

June 4, 2020June 4, 2020 LBLN

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

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Breaking News Collision Crime Police 

Pedestrian Killed During Police Pursuit in Long Beach

May 27, 2020 LBLN

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

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Collision 

Pedestrian struck and killed in West Long Beach

May 12, 2020May 12, 2020 LBLN

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

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Breaking News Collision 

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

April 28, 2020April 28, 2020 LBLN

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

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Collision Traffic 

Fatal single vehicle traffic collision in Long Beach

March 26, 2020March 26, 2020 LBLN

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

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Collision Crime 

Man Killed by Hit-and-Run Driver

March 17, 2020March 17, 2020 LBLN

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

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Collision Long Beach 

Long Beach Woman, 86, Struck by Vehicle and Killed Identified

March 9, 2020March 9, 2020 LBLN

Authorities today identified 86-year-old Maria De Jesus of Long Beach was killed crossing the street in Long Beach. On Friday,

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Breaking News Collision Crime 

Mother, son and father killed in Halloween crash

November 4, 2019November 4, 2019 LBLN

We have just learned that the mother has passed away from her injuries after being hit by suspected DUI driver

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Collision Crime Police 

3-year-old dies at hospital, father dead, mother critical after suspected DUI crashed into family on Halloween

November 2, 2019November 2, 2019 LBLN

A GoFundMe account has been setup for the family. https://www.gofundme.com/f/in-memory-of-joseph-awaida?utm_source=facebook On November 2, 2019, officers were notified that the juvenile

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Collision Crime Police Update 

One Dead After Suspected DUI Driver Hits Family Walking During Halloween

November 1, 2019November 1, 2019 LBLN

One man was struck and killed, woman and male child were hit after a suspected DUI driver hit them at

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Breaking News Collision Police 

Fatal collision between CHP motorcycle and pedestrian in Long Beach

October 27, 2019October 27, 2019 LBLN

Early Sunday at 4:40 a.m., LBPD officers responded to the intersection of Del Amo Blvd and Cherry Ave regarding an injury

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Collision Crime 

90-year-old Pedestrian Killed by Hit-and-Run Driver

September 16, 2019September 16, 2019 LBLN

On Sunday, September 15, 2019 at 9:25 p.m., officers responded to Willow Street and La Vere Drive regarding an injury

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Collision 

One Person Killed in Fiery 710 Freeway Crash

July 21, 2019July 21, 2019 LBLN

One person was killed when their car crashed on the 710 Freeway at the 91 Freeway just before 5:00am this

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Breaking News Collision Local News Long Beach 

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

June 27, 2019June 27, 2019 LBLN

On Thursday, at 10:10 a.m., LBPD officers were dispatched to the area of Long Beach Blvd. south of 44th Street

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Breaking News Collision 

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

June 27, 2019June 27, 2019 LBLN

Major traffic collision at Long Beach Blvd. and 44th street just before 10:00am today. Long Beach fire used the jaws

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Breaking News Collision On the water 

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

June 18, 2019June 18, 2019 LBLN

Los Angeles County Fire Department, LA Sheriff’s and U.S. Coast Guard are searching in the Catalina area for reports of

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Collision Local News Long Beach Police 

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

June 8, 2019June 8, 2019 LBLN

Friday night at 10:25 p.m., officers were dispatched to Del Amo Boulevard and Orange Avenue regarding an injury traffic collision, which

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Breaking News Collision Crime Police 

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

June 5, 2019June 5, 2019 LBLN

A police chase came to an end after the dui suspect crashed into another vehicle at Long Beach Blvd and

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Breaking News Collision Crime 

Fatal Hit-and-Run near Pacific and Willow, Driver Arrested

May 21, 2019May 21, 2019 LBLN

Long Beach Police responded to a fatal hit-and-run near Pacific and Willow. Hi please arrive they found a person unresponsive

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Collision 

Police Identify 77-year-old Woman Killed in 405 Crash

April 17, 2019April 17, 2019 LBLN

A collision on the San Diego (405) freeway In Long Beach, left a 77-year old woman, Judith Blankenfeld, dead. The

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Collision Crime Police 

Police Search For Hit-And-Run Driver That Killed Pedestrian in North Long Beach

December 5, 2018December 5, 2018 LBLN

Long Beach Police are looking for a hit-and-run driver who fled after a collision that killed a male pedestrian in

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Breaking News Collision Crime 

Pedestrian killed in hit-and-run on Pacific and 14th street

July 28, 2018July 28, 2018 LBLN

Pedestrian killed after being struck by a vehicle at Pacific and 14th Street just after 9:35pm Friday night. LBFD rushed

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Airport Breaking News Collision 

3 Injured in Morning Plane Crash on Catalina Island

July 25, 2018 LBLN

Three people were injured after a single-engine plane went off the runway at Catalina Airport just after landing Wednesday morning.

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Collision Crime 

Man Stabbed, Killed After Traffic Altercation Involving Driver and Pedestrian

July 12, 2018 LBLN

On Wednesday, July 11, 2018, at 9:25 p.m., officers were dispatched to the intersection of Wardlow Road and Orange Avenue

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Collision Local News 

Pedestrian Struck, Killed Near Wardlow and Magnolia in Long Beach

June 19, 2018 LBLN

On Monday at 8:50 p.m., LBPD officers were dispatched to the intersection of Wardlow Road and Magnolia Avenue regarding a

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Collision Local News 

57-Year-Old Man in Wheelchair Fatally Struck By Vehicle in Long Beach

June 11, 2018 LBLN

On Sunday, June 10, 2018, at approximately 11:50 p.m., officers from the Long Beach Police Department were dispatched to 7th

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Breaking News Collision 

Teen in critical condition after being struck by vehicle in North Long Beach

June 5, 2018 LBLN

#Breakingnews Teen in critical condition after being struck by vehicle in North Long Beach. Market street from Myrtle to Lime

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Collision 

Man Killed After Being Ejected From Overturned SUV Crash

May 3, 2018May 3, 2018 LBLN

A man was killed in single car crash Wednesday just after 4:45pm. Officers from the Long Beach Police Department were

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Breaking News Collision Crime 

Man Hijacks Police Car Crashes in Downtown Long Beach

April 16, 2018April 17, 2018 LBLN

A man is in custody after he took a cop car for a joy ride in downtown Long Beach Monday

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Collision Update 

Update: One dead, One in critical condition after violent car crash in Long Beach

March 17, 2018 LBLN

On March 16, 2018 at approximately 6:55 p.m., officers from the Long Beach Police Department were dispatched to the area

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Collision 

Deadly Maserati car crash near Los Coyotes Diagonal and Outer Traffic Circle

March 17, 2018March 17, 2018 LBLN

One man is dead and another in critical condition after being ejected during a violent solo car crash in Long

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Collision Update 

Pedestrian Killed After Two Car Collision in Long Beach

March 9, 2018 LBLN

On Thursday just after 5:30 pm, officers from the Long Beach Police Department were dispatched to Wardlow Road and Atlantic

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Collision Local News 

Woman Killed In Long Beach Collision

January 11, 2018 LBLN

On January 11, 2018, at approx 1:25 a.m., officers were dispatched to the area of Carson Street and California Avenue

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Collision 

Car Slams Into Pizza Hut After 4 Car Collision Orange Ave. and Market Street

December 4, 2017December 4, 2017 LBLN

 

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Collision 

Pedestrian Struck, Killed By Vehicle in North Long Beach

November 27, 2017 LBLN

On Monday a elderly male was struck by a vehicle around 5:15 p.m in North Long Beach. Police officers were

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Collision Local News 

Female Pedestrian Killed at Pacific Coast Highway and Atlantic

November 2, 2017November 3, 2017 LBLN

On Thursday, November 2, 2017, at approx. 6:40 p.m., officers were dispatched to the intersection of Pacific Coast Highway and

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Collision 

Two Killed in Possible Street Race Car Crash on Shoreline Drive

October 15, 2017October 15, 2017 LBLN

Two people were killed in a fiery crash in Long Beach late Saturday and police are investigating whether street racing

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Collision 

Bicyclist Struck And killed Near Downey Avenue & La Jara Street

August 31, 2017August 31, 2017 LBLN

On Wednesday at approximately 09:40 AM, Officers from the Long Beach Police Department were dispatched to the area of Downey

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Collision Local News 

Man Rushed In Critical Condition After Crashing Car Into Tree

July 5, 2017 LBLN

Man rush to local hospital in critical condition after a single vehicle accident occurred around 9:05pm last night.  The male

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Collision 

Six People Rushed To Local Hospitals After Overturned Vehicle Accident

July 1, 2017 LBLN

Six people were rushed to local hospitals after a overturned vehicle accident on Long Beach Blvd. and Anaheim. The accident

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Collision 

3 pedestrians struck by vehicle that crashed into restaurant on PCH and Cherry

May 4, 2017May 9, 2017 LBLN

#Breakngnews 3 pedestrians struck by vehicle that crashed into restaurant on PCH and Cherry. All 4 transported to local hospital.

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Happy Thursday! Did you ever get a chance to ride Happy Thursday! Did you ever get a chance to ride the carousel at the Pike? OP : @donjimphotography #longbeachlocalnews #lbln #longbeach #throwbackthursday #tbt
Mayor, City Manager, Health Dept. Director Receive Mayor, City Manager, Health Dept. Director Receive COVID-19 Vaccine and Discuss Rollout.
Full video on our website longbeachlocalnews.com
One Person Found Dead After House Fire in Bixby Kn 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.

When the firefighters arrived they reported heavy fire coming out of a one-story house. It took firefighters about 8 minutes to put out the house fire, according to Captain Jack Crabtree PIO with LBFD. One person was found dead inside the home and another managed to escape the fire. Captain Crabtree says the fire does not seem suspicious at this time, the investigation into the cause is ongoing. #longbeach #lbfd
Man Shot during Car-to-Car Shooting in Long Beach. 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. Update on our website link in bio. #longbeach
Police Ask Public’s Help Identifying Suspect in 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 responsible for at least eight sexual battery incidents in the West Division area. In September of 2020, the Long Beach Police Department was made aware of an incident where a male adult suspect approached a female victim from behind and sexually battered her. Since then, Sex Crimes detectives have been able to connect seven other incidents with similar circumstances. Generally, the suspect has attacked the victims between 6:00-8:30 p.m., while the victims were walking alone or with other females. All victims are female Hispanic

Below is a summary of the incidents:

On Sep. 18, 2020, officers were dispatched to the area of Locust Avenue and Willard Street, the suspect grabbed the victim from behind and thrusted against her. The victim is a 43-year-old female.
On Nov. 5, 2020, officers were dispatched to the area of 25th Street and Earl Avenue, the suspect grabbed victim from behind, covered her mouth and thrusted against her. The victim is a 37- year-old female.
On Nov. 8, 2020, officers were dispatched to the area 20th Street and Pasadena Avenue, the suspect grabbed the victim from behind and thrusted against her. The victim is a 26-year-old female.
On Nov. 18, 2020, officers were dispatched to the area of 20th Street and Pasadena Avenue, the suspect grabbed the victim from behind and thrusted against her. The suspect pushed her down after the victim attempted to defend herself. The victim is a 48-year-old female.
On Nov. 29, 2020, officers were dispatched to the area of Hill Street and Locust Avenue, the suspect grabbed victim’s arms from behind and thrusted against her. The victim is a 27-year-old female.
On Nov. 29, 2020, officers were dispatched to the 100 block of Burnett Street, the suspect grabbed the victim’s face from behind and thrusted against her. The victim is a 31-year-old female.
On Nov. 29, 2020, the victim was walking in the area of Pine Avenue and Burnett Street when the suspect grabbed her buttocks from behind and took her wallet. More on our website
COVID-19 City Update - 1.11 By the Numbers, Tracki COVID-19 City Update - 1.11 By the Numbers, Tracking the Curve and Today’s Highlights. A total of 38,558  people have tested positive for corona with 26,950 recovered and 578 people currently hospitalized. There have been 460 fatalities, all over the age of 20 and all but six with underlying health conditions. There have been 1265 new cases since Thursday. #longbeachlocalnews #lbln #longbeach #covid19 #coronavirus #cityupdate
Molina Healthcare funds nearly $320,000 worth of P Molina Healthcare funds nearly $320,000 worth of PPE in California. @molinahealth of California (“Molina”) has funded nearly $320,000 worth of personal protective equipment (“PPE”) for health care professionals and local community-based organizations. Molina has identified provider partners and nonprofits most in need and has supplied more than 35,000 three-ply masks, N95 masks, and antibody test kits. The contribution is supporting small clinics, skilled nursing facilities, federally qualified health centers, county health departments, and larger health systems throughout California. Since the pandemic began, Molina has been actively identifying provider partners and community organizations that require monetary support to help address COVID-19 shortages and emergency needs. This donation for the purchase of PPE follows Molina’s over $400,000 in donations to dozens of California-based organizations that are supporting individuals and families with needed food, supplies, and other resources.
Homeless man shot and killed in Long Beach. On Sun 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 a reported shooting victim adjacent to the freeway, which resulted in the death of a male adult. Responding officers located the victim in a homeless encampment adjacent to the westbound traffic lanes of the 91 freeway. The victim was non-responsive, and officers immediately began performing life saving measures. The Long Beach Fire Department responded and determined the victim deceased at the scene.

The preliminary investigation revealed the victim resided at the encampment and was shot multiple times in the upper torso. Witnesses at the scene described two or more male suspects fleeing the scene on-foot toward Cherry Avenue. The motive for the shooting remains under investigation, although it is being investigated as gang-related. The victim has been identified as 64-year-old Samuel Villalba of Long Beach.
 
Anyone with any information regarding the incident is urged to contact LBPD Homicide Detectives Donald Collier or Leticia Gamboa at (562) 570-7244. Anonymous tips may be submitted through “LA Crime Stoppers” by calling 800-222-TIPS (8477)
Woman struck and killed by vehicle near Cherry and 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 Del Amo. The collision happened on Friday morning just before 6:00am. LBPD was still on scene around noon investigating this incident. LBLN will have more information as its available. #longbeach #fatalcollision #lbpd #lbln #longbeachlocalnews
If you see 76-year-old critical missing person, Le If you see 76-year-old critical missing person, Lester Jackson call 911. Police seek public’s help locating  Lester Jackson. 

The Long Beach Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a 76-year-old critical missing person, Lester Jackson, who was last seen on Thursday, Jan. 7, 2020, at approximately 4:00 p.m.

Jackson was last seen traveling on-foot near the 1500 block of Daisy Avenue. Jackson suffers from medical conditions and may become easily disoriented. His destination is unknown, and he is new to the Long Beach area. 

The critical missing person is described as follows: 
Age: 76-years-old 
Gender: Male 
Race: Black 
Height: 5’03” 
Weight: 155 lbs 
Hair: Black and gray hair 
Eyes: Brown 
Clothing: Black “LA” hat, red windbreaker, blue t-shirt with clear jewels, black thermal undershirt, black jeans 
Medical Alerts: Has medical conditions and may become easily disoriented

Anyone with information regarding this missing person is urged to call the LBPD Missing Persons Detail at (562) 570-7246 or Police Dispatch at (562) 435-6711. Anyone wishing to remain anonymous may submit a tip through “LA Crime Stoppers” by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), downloading the “P3 Tips” app to your smartphone (available at the Apple App store and Google Play), or visiting www.lacrimestoppers.org.
George’s was a staple at the Pike! Did you ever George’s was a staple at the Pike! Did you ever make a visit? OP : @hoodhistorian562 #longbeachlocalnews #lbln #longbeach #throwbackthursday #tbt
Update: Fatal hit-and-run collision at Atlantic an Update: Fatal hit-and-run collision at Atlantic and Market. 
The preliminary investigation revealed a sedan traveling at a high rate of speed southbound on Atlantic Avenue struck a pedestrian in a marked crosswalk. The driver did not stop and immediately fled the area. The suspect vehicle is described as a red-colored sedan with major front-end damage. More information on our website link in bio.
Fatal hit-and-run collision at Atlantic and Market Fatal hit-and-run collision at Atlantic and Market around 8pm tonight. LBPD is on scene investigating. 

More: longbeachlocalnews.com 

Notified by @Streaming562 #longbeach #lbln #longbeachlocalnews
Community hospital reopens under new leadership to 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 license from the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and will be able to accept patient transfers as soon as Monday, Jan. 4. More info on our website link in bio. #longbeach
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Update: LBPD identify suspects arrested and charge Update: LBPD identify suspects arrested and charged from looting in Long Beach. More info on our website link in bio. #longbeach #lbln #longbeachlocalnews
Know the facts about COVID-19 and keep your Family Know the facts about COVID-19 and keep your Family and community protected!
For support during COVID-19 visit www.covidhelpla.org to access testing sites, food, financial support and other resources.

#longbeach #stopthespreadofcovid19  #inittogether  #ronnieshouse @accelerateuptown
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COVID-19 City Update - 12.28 By the Numbers, Trac COVID-19 City Update - 12.28  By the Numbers, Tracking the Curve and Today’s Highlights. A total of 30,600 people have tested positive for corona with 21,578 recovered and 192 people currently hospitalized. There have been 358 fatalities , all over the age of 20 and all but six with underlying health conditions. There have been 2881 new cases since Dec. 23. Please click the link in our bio for more. #longbeachlocalnews #lbln #longbeach #covid19 #coronavirus #cityupdate
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Long Beach has multiple murals that hold significant history to the culture at the time they were created.  These murals contribute such vibrancy to our city and we’re happy to keep such a beautiful medium on display in the First Street Transit Gallery and through our partnership with the @artslb Eye on Design program that encourages and teaches young students on civic involvement, critical thinking, and creative problem-solving through a customized residency art program. 
Do you have a favorite mosaic mural? Let us know below! 
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Pictured here is an artwork from 2012-2013 featuring a vibrant scene titled Tree of Life. 
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#longbeachtransit #lbt #transit #cityoflongbeach #longbeach #lbc #artslb #mosaic #moasicart #mosaicmural #eyeondesign
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