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  • Magic Bullet Fund Helps Long Beach Dog with Cancer Treatment
  • Vehicle Crashes Through Buono’s Pizzeria Injuring Man
  • LBPD To Hold DUI Checkpoint on Saint Patrick’s Day
  • UPDATE: Police Shoot Stabbing Suspect in Long Beach
  • Police Shoot Stabbing Suspect, Two Rushed to Hospital

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Bridge Recognized as Significant Infrastructure for Long Beach

November 29, 2022November 29, 2022 LBLN

LONG BEACH, CA – The Long Beach International Gateway Bridge was honored Monday for contributing to the national economy as

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Port of Long Beach Previews Path to Zero Emissions

September 14, 2022September 14, 2022 LBLN

The Port of Long Beach and its industry partners showed Tuesday how one port trucking company is converting to a

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Community Port 

Back To School at Scherer Park with help from Port of Long Beach

August 25, 2022August 25, 2022 LBLN

The Port of Long Beach supports community groups and events that make Long Beach a better place to live and

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Port Of Long Beach Began Demolition Of Gerald Desmond Bridge This Month

July 13, 2022July 13, 2022 LBLN

The Port of Long Beach began the demolition of Gerald Desmond Bridge this month. The project is expected to be

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Environment Local News Long Beach Port 

Port of Long Beach launches the Clean Truck Fund rate

April 14, 2022April 14, 2022 LBLN

Long Beach Mayor Robert Garcia, Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti and Port of Long Beach and Port of Los Angeles

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City Event Coast Community Covid-19 Environment Local Economy Local News Long Beach Port Transportation 

Transportation Secretary Buttigieg Tours Port of Long Beach

January 12, 2022January 12, 2022 LBLN

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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Port 

LB Port backlog persists

November 12, 2021November 12, 2021 LBLN port backlog

Over 150 ships are currently at our ports, and they are not going anywhere anytime soon.  According to the Marine

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Long Beach Port 

New Long Beach Fire Department station opens at Port of Long Beach

October 21, 2021October 21, 2021 LBLN
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Decade in the Making of State-of-the-Art Terminal

September 9, 2021September 8, 2021 LBLN

Long Beach Container Terminal, The nations greenest container cargo facility, is complete after a decade of construction. They said it

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Breaking News Business Long Beach Port 

SpaceX moving to the Port of Long Beach

April 26, 2021April 26, 2021 LBLN

Today Mayor Robert Garcia and Long Beach announced that SpaceX will be coming to the Port of Long Beach. This

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Port 

New Electric Container Cranes at The Port of Long Beach

April 16, 2021April 15, 2021 LBLN

SSA Marine is now operating the first of nine electric container yard cranes at the Port of Long Beach’s Pier

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Long Beach Port Transportation 

Shipping Containers Heading to Long Beach Fall during Storm

December 10, 2020December 9, 2020 LBLN

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

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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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Long Beach Port 

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

September 12, 2020September 15, 2020 LBLN

More info: https://newgdbridge.com

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Long Beach Port 

Cargo Volume Dips in November

December 12, 2019December 12, 2019 LBLN cargo

Based on the data shared by the Port of Long Beach, cargo has declined due to continuing tariffs. It dropped

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Long Beach Parks Port 

Parks and Open Space Grants Awarded

November 27, 2019November 27, 2019 LBLN board of harbor comissionsers, open spaces

The Board of Harbor Commissioners has approved a total of $4.3 million in six parks and open space projects in

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Charity Community Long Beach Non-Profit Port 

Port Sponsorships Awarded to Community Groups

November 15, 2019November 15, 2019 LBLN sponsorships

A total of $376,000 was sponsored towards Long Beach Community groups by The Long Beach Board of Harbor Commissioners. The

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Long Beach Port 

September Set Cargo Record at the Port of Long Beach

October 17, 2019October 17, 2019 LBLN cargo record

  Despite the challenges faced when a Trade War is at hand, The Port of Long Beach has accomplished a major

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Port 

The 3 C’s Philosophy by The Port of Long Beach

September 7, 2019September 7, 2019 LBLN collaboration, communicate, cooperation, long beach, Long Beach Local News, port, strategy

Large companies tend to have their own formula for success. The definition of success is – “ the accomplishment of

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Port 

Port Receives $4.8 Million FEMA Security Grant

September 6, 2019September 6, 2019 LBLN FEMA Security Grant, grant, port

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency has awarded the Port of Long Beach with $4,777,500 million

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Crime Port 

Long Beach Customs and Border Watch Commander pleads guilty for illegal gun business

July 18, 2019July 18, 2019 LBLN Crime, customs and border protection, illegal guns, long beach, Long Beach Local News, port, tax evasion, wei xu

On Wednesday, July 17, 2019  Wei Xu, a U.S. Customs and Border Protection Watch Commander at the Long Beach port

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Port 

Cargo decline at the Port of Long Beach

July 15, 2019July 15, 2019 LBLN Alejandra salgado, cargo, china sanctions, long beach, Long Beach Local News, Mario cordero, summer slump, trade wars

As reported on our, previous article, China sanctions have the possibility of affecting the cargo imports and exports from/to the

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Port 

China on U.S. Maritime Expansion Sanctions

June 2, 2019June 2, 2019 LBLN china, exports, imports, long beach, Long Beach Local News, maritime, maritime expansion, port, sanctions

A U.S. Congressional Bill will be voted on next month, which will pose sanctions over companies that help China’s expansion

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Port 

The Port of Long Beach to grant $100,000 in scholarships for 77 local college and high school students

May 29, 2019May 29, 2019 LBLN college, grant, high school, local news, long beach, Long Beach Local News, outreach program, port, scholarship, students

The Port of Long Beach on Tuesday announced $100,000 in scholarships for 77 local college and high school students as part

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Port 

Happy National Maritime Day

May 22, 2019May 22, 2019 LBLN Alejandra salgado, data, export, import, long beach, Long Beach Local News, national maritime day, port

In honor of this day it is important to highlight the major role that the American Domestic shipping industry plays

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Port 

Harbor Commission Appoints Director of Finance

May 16, 2019May 16, 2019 LBLN Alejandra salgado, board of harbor comissionsers, capital projects, city of long beach, debt issuance, expenses, general fund, harbor, income, long beach, Long Beach Local News, port, port strategic plan, revenue, taxes, wei chi

On May 15th, 2019 it was announced that Wei Chi is to lead the finance division at the nation’s second

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Development Local News Port Transportation 

Port of Long Beach $14 Million Grant Rail Project To Help Cargo

November 28, 2018 LBLN

The Port of Long Beach has been awarded a $14 million grant to help pay for construction of a planned

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Local News Long Beach City College Port 

‘Maritime Center of Excellence’ Launched in Long Beach

August 8, 2018 LBLN

Port of Long Beach and Long Beach City College leaders officially launched an innovative new program today to provide opportunities

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Environment Port 

Officials Launch Zero-Emissions Project at Port of Long Beach

April 4, 2018 LBLN

Officials from the Port of Long Beach, Southern California Edison and the California Energy Commission today launched the nation’s largest

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Environment Local News Port 

Dead whale found in waters near Port of Long Beach

December 28, 2017 LBLN
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Community Port 

Port of Long Beach awards nearly half of its sponsorship budget to local organizations

November 21, 2017 LBLN

This week, the Port of Long Beach awarded $440,650 of their $1 million sponsorship budget to 100 local organizations dedicated

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Magic Bullet Fund Helps Long Beach Dog with Cancer Magic Bullet Fund Helps Long Beach Dog with Cancer Treatment.

Dogs and cats are diagnosed with cancer daily and without having expensive pet insurance, there are pet owners who feel helpless due to the high costs of veterinary services. Thankfully there are organizations like the Magic Bullet Fund which are there to help pet owners that have a canine or feline who provide financial resources for those in need. 

Sergeant, a six year-old german shepherd from Long Beach was diagnosed with gastrointestinal lymphoma and needed treatment as soon as possible. 

His owner, Erwin Dardon had to gather $5,000 in order to get Sergeant an emergency surgery on Thanksgiving of last year. Dardon gathered whatever was in his savings account as well as a sizable donation from another foundation which gave him a couple thousand dollars to help out.

The chemotherapy that is required for Sergeant is called CHOP protocol which is a total of 16 weeks of treatment. Dardon said each treatment can be between $600 to $1,000 which is a large amount especially if the pet is being treated weekly. 

“The Magic Bullet Fund is an amazing foundation because what they do is when you apply, if you are eligible, they help you with a certain amount to start with…You have to agree to volunteer to help and bring in donations that way you will be able to utilize the donations that they are giving you,” said Dardon. “It’s a good way to get people involved and not just give the donations because you’re actually helping your pet out.”
He said the MBF started him off with $3,200 which he had to match with donations on his own. Veterinary costs in the United States are very high and Dardon said that having organizations like this are a blessing to pet owners who need the help.
	There are situations like this which impact the lives of pets and their owners daily, organizations like the MBF give an opportunity at an extended life. The website is https://themagicbulletfund.org/ and people can visit to either apply, donate or gather more information on the services and mission that the organization has.

By Andrew Ayala 

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Vehicle Crashes Through @buonospizzeria Injuring M Vehicle Crashes Through @buonospizzeria Injuring Man.

A man was injured when what looks to be a Mercedes Benz sedan crashed into the side of Buono’s Pizzeria.

The crash happened on Saturday, at 9:00pm according to @longbeachfire. The emergency crews responded to a vehicle entering a building at Buono’s Pizzeria on the 400 block of West Willow.

LBFD Paramedics transported an adult male who was inside the restaurant at the time to the hospital. 

The LBFD Urban Search and Rescue Task Force responded to help shore and stabilize the building with their specialized equipment and training.

No other injuries reported, LBPD is investigating the incident.
LBPD To Hold DUI Checkpoint on Saint Patrick’s D LBPD To Hold DUI Checkpoint on Saint Patrick’s Day. 

On March 17, 2023, the Long Beach Police Department (LBPD) will conduct a driving under the influence (DUI) checkpoint from 6:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. in the South Division.

DUI checkpoint locations are determined based on data showing incidents of impaired driving-related crashes. The primary purpose of DUI checkpoints is to promote public safety by taking suspected impaired drivers off the road.

“Impaired drivers put others on the road at significant risk,”said Lieutenant Jose Flores. “Any prevention measures that reduce the number of impaired drivers on our roads significantly improves traffic safety.”

The LBPD reminds the public that impaired driving is not just from alcohol. Some prescription medications and over-the-counter drugs may interfere with driving. While medicinal and recreational marijuana are legal, driving under the influence of marijuana is illegal.

Drivers charged with a first-time DUI face an average of $13,500 in fines and penalties, as well as a suspended license.

Funding for this program was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
UPDATE: Police Shoot Stabbing Suspect in Long Beac UPDATE: Police Shoot Stabbing Suspect in Long Beach.

On March 5, 2023, at approximately 6:50 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 5200 block of Atlantic Avenue regarding a stabbing in progress, which resulted in an officer-involved shooting.

Preliminary investigation revealed the suspect stabbed the victim multiple times. As the officer arrived on scene, the suspect was stabbing the victim. During the stabbing, the officer gave commands for the suspect to drop the knife, the suspect refused, and an officer-involved shooting occurred. The suspect was struck by gunfire as a result of the officer-involved shooting.

Responding officers rendered aid to the suspect and the stabbing victim.

The Long Beach Fire Department (LBFD) arrived on scene and transported the suspect to a local hospital where he is listed in critical, but stable condition.

LBFD transported the stabbing victim to a local hospital where he is listed in critical, but stable condition.

No officers or additional community members were injured during the incident.

Detectives are investigating if the suspect and the victim knew each other and the motive for the stabbing.

A knife was recovered on scene.

The officer was equipped with a body-worn camera (BWC), however, the BWC was not activated until after the officer-involved shooting occurred. LBPD is in the process of reviewing the footage and will make that available to the public as soon as possible.

As with all officer-involved shooting incidents, the Department will be conducting a full and thorough multi-level review of the incident. The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office will conduct an independent investigation of the incident, as they do with all officer-involved shootings that result in injury or death.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact Long Beach Police Homicide Detectives Donald Collier or Chasen Contreras at (562) 570-7244. Anyone wishing to remain anonymous may call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), or text TIPLA plus your tip to 274637 (CRIMES) or visit www.lacrimestoppers.org.
Police Shoot Stabbing Suspect, Two Rushed to Hospi Police Shoot Stabbing Suspect, Two Rushed to Hospital.

On Sunday at 6:50pm Long Beach Police officers responded to a call arriving to a what police say “a stabbing victim and stabbing suspect” when an officer involved shooting occurred.

Police could not confirm if anyone was struck by gun fire or answer any other questions. Two males were rushed to a local hospital in unknown condition.

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Atlantic at 52nd Street was closed for several hours as detectives investigated the scene. 

#longbeach #longbeachlocalnews
Stabbing and Officer Involved Shooting in Long Bea Stabbing and Officer Involved Shooting in Long Beach. The incident occurred just before 7:00pm near Atlantic and 52nd Street. 

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LBPD To Hold DUI Checkpoint Friday Night. On Marc LBPD To Hold DUI Checkpoint Friday Night.

On March 3, 2023, the @longbeachpd.ca will conduct a driving under the influence (DUI) checkpoint from 6:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. in the North Division.

DUI checkpoint locations are determined based on data showing incidents of impaired driving-related crashes. The primary purpose of DUI checkpoints is to promote public safety by taking suspected impaired drivers off the road.

“Impaired drivers put others on the road at significant risk,”said Lieutenant Jose Flores. “Any prevention measures that reduce the number of impaired drivers on our roads significantly improves traffic safety.”

The LBPD reminds the public that impaired driving is not just from alcohol. Some prescription medications and over-the-counter drugs may interfere with driving. While medicinal and recreational marijuana are legal, driving under the influence of marijuana is illegal.

Drivers charged with a first-time DUI face an average of $13,500 in fines and penalties, as well as a suspended license.

Funding for this program was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. #longbeachlocalnews #longbeach
Did you see the graupel falling in Long Beach? Did you see the graupel falling in Long Beach?
@gyiftfoundation Provide Unforgettable @nba @lacli @gyiftfoundation Provide Unforgettable @nba @laclippers Experience for Underserved Youth in Long Beach. #longbeach
@longbeachfire swift water rescue responded to rep @longbeachfire swift water rescue responded to reports of someone in the LA River from LA County. Crews arrived at Del Amo and the river just after 7:45am. Streets were blocked at Anaheim, PCH, Willow and Del Amo at the LA River. No one as been found at this time.
Every year the @portoflongbeach gives more than $2 Every year the @portoflongbeach gives more than $200,000 in scholarship's changing the lives of many students.

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Long Beach Issues Storm Preparedness and Safety Ti Long Beach Issues Storm Preparedness and Safety Tips.

The City of Long Beach is issuing a storm advisory for residents and visitors in anticipation of the severe winter weather expected to impact Long Beach and the surrounding areas beginning today, Thursday, Feb. 23, through Saturday, Feb. 25, including excessive precipitation, high winds and below-average temperatures. On Friday, Feb. 24, in the afternoon, there also may be some high swell activity. The City recommends people remain inside during peak periods of the storm and limit traveling as much as possible. Long Beach residents, especially those along the peninsula and in low-lying areas prone to flooding, should prepare accordingly.

During periods of significant rainfall, residents are also advised to: 

Check the Recreational Water Monitoringwebpage for beach advisories. After any significant rainfall (0.10″ or more), high levels of bacteria from storm drains, rivers and polluted runoff enter the ocean. People should avoid all ocean water contact for at least 72 hours after rainfall.
Avoid areas that are subject to sudden flooding.
Avoid driving through a flooded road or walking across a flowing stream of water.
Slow down at intersections, especially if signal lights are not working, and treat them as stop signs. Be cautious while driving, especially at night.
Take appropriate steps to be prepared by securing personal property and vehicles in areas that are prone to flooding.
Avoid unnecessary trips. If you must travel during the storm, dress in warm, loose layers of clothing. Advise others of your destination and estimated arrival time.
Be aware of utility workers working in or near the road.
Stay off sand berms and stay away from City vehicles and machinery operating along the coastline.
Keep pets inside and ensure they have shelter from the storm.
Place refuse and recycling carts on the parkway or driveway apron.
Report street flooding or downed trees by calling 562.570.2700.
Report downed power lines by calling 9-1-1.

More information on our website longbeachlocalnews.com
Fatal traffic collision at Atlantic and Roosevelt Fatal traffic collision at Atlantic and Roosevelt just before 5:30 am this morning. 

Long Beach Fire Department and Long Beach Police responded to a traffic collision in the Bixby knolls area. 

LBFD units used the "jaws of life" to extricate a man and woman from a single-vehicle accident into
a tree.

The male patient was transported to an area trauma center, and the female was determined to be deceased.

Streets in Bixby Knolls we're closes at Atlantic and Roosevelt for several hours as a police investigated the crash.
Long Beach Utilities to set up relief program for Long Beach Utilities to set up relief program for high gas bills.

Long Beach Utilities is set to launch a natural gas price-spike relief program following City Council action Wednesday to allocate excess utility users tax revenues to help residents struggling to pay high winter gas bills.

The City of Long Beach collects a 5 percent utility users tax, or UUT, on monthly customer bills. When prices go up, tax revenue to the City’s General Fund also increases. The City Council Wednesday agreed to divert any excess funds from this increased revenue to the assistance program.

City officials expect the assistance fund to be about $1.5 million.

With the funds now allocated, Long Beach Utilities will develop a program framework and bring it to the Board of Utilities Commissioners for final approval.

The department plans to get the program up and running as quickly as possible and ensure qualifying residents can easily participate. Program funds are set to become available to residents by mid-February.

“I’m thankful the City Council took this emergency action to allow us to provide assistance to residents in need,” said Gloria Cordero, president of the Board of Utilities Commissioners. “We want to be sure to get this program up and running quickly, with as few barriers as possible, to help our struggling customers feel at ease.”

While final program details and logistics are yet to be finalized, Long Beach Utilities plans to develop the framework with an equity lens to best reach those most in need and help as many people as possible with the resources available. The program will focus on providing financial relief to Long Beach residential customers, particularly those who are low income, disabled and seniors on fixed income.
 
The Board of Utilities Commissioners is set to hold a special meeting to discuss the program next week. More information about the relief program will be shared as soon as it is available. #longbeach
15-Year-Old and 16-Year-Old Arrested for Fatal Sho 15-Year-Old and 16-Year-Old Arrested for Fatal Shooting in Long Beach. 

Both teens were arrested on charges of murder and robbery. LBPD say they are being held without bail.

Detectives are still working to determine the motive behind the shooting. The investigation remains ongoing.

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FBI, LBPD Detectives, Locate and Arrest Man for Po FBI, LBPD Detectives, Locate and Arrest Man for Pointing High-Powered Laser into Aircraft. 

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3 People Shot at Silverado Park just before 2pm in 3 People Shot at Silverado Park just before 2pm in West Long Beach. #longbeach #breakingnews
Tour of the @portoflongbeach ! Now you can tour Tour of the @portoflongbeach ! 

Now you can tour the Port anytime when you check out POLB's new video series, Explore the Port! 

In these videos you’ll get an up-close view of one of the busiest ports in the nation and learn all about Port operations, our zero-emissions and sustainability initiatives, community engagement and more!

Watch the playlist here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LcbxEiRO8tE&list=PLROL3HXWUAabGFWSHuwJPPpagMcZM6O1j
@southwestair  is now offering weekly nonstop fli @southwestair  is now offering weekly nonstop flights on Sundays from @lgbairport to @flyneworleans in time for Mardi Gras season. 

Southwest’s new route to the Big Easy gives our community members another convenient option while also connecting more travelers nationwide to our award-winning airport,” said Mayor Rex Richardson @rexrichardsonlb 

To celebrate the first flight to Louisiana on Sunday, Jan. 8, Long Beach Airport hosted the New Orleans Traditional Jazz Band to perform a second line parade—a musical celebration that typically signifies the beginning of a new life together—for departing passengers. Travelers going to New Orleans also received customized cookies commemorating the first flight.

Southwest’s flights to New Orleans—utilizing the airline’s Boeing 737 fleet—depart LGB at 12:30 p.m. on Sundays and arrive at MSY at 6 p.m. The return flight departs MSY at 4:55 p.m. and arrives back at LGB at 7:15 p.m. Originally scheduled to be a seasonal service only through March, Southwest has extended the service through their currently published schedule of July 10.

In addition to the new Sunday flights, Southwest offers daily service throughout the year between Long Beach and New Orleans through connecting or same-plane service on the airline’s point-to-point network.

“Just in time for Mardi Gras season, we gave Southwest passengers on yesterday’s first nonstop flight from Long Beach to New Orleans a big sendoff in celebration of this convenient new route,” said Airport Director Cynthia Guidry. “This connection between two great destinations also adds flexibility and options for travelers to connect with Southwest’s broader network.”

Southwest Airlines first began service from LGB in 2016 and has continued to increase its presence at the Airport since then. Including New Orleans, and added service to Orlando starting in July, the Dallas-based airline will fly nonstop to 17 U.S. cities from LGB. #longbeach #neworleans
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