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Miss Cynthia’s home for peculiar pups
Local pet rescuer and advocate gives special-needs dogs ‘the best freaking time of their lives.’
Man arrested after 90-minute SWAT standoff in North Long Beach
The man, who had pulled a gun during an argument, surrendered peacefully, according to authorities.
City declares new heat alert, opens temporary cooling centers
With temperatures forecast to hit the mid 90s and low 100s through Tuesday, Long Beach officials ask residents to take extra precautions.
Motorcyclist dies in crash on Redondo Avenue, police say
Roberto Barraza, 37, was hit by a suspected DUI driver Saturday night, according to authorities.
2 men stabbed in separate incidents, police say
One man was stabbed around 8:05 p.m. in the Hellman neighborhood, according to authorities. The other was stabbed minutes later in North Long Beach.
How veterinary medicine takes on ever-evolving parasites
Protecting your pets and yourselves from flea-borne disease is vital.
Man fatally shot near Lincoln Park, police say
The man was shot around 4:23 p.m.Thursday, according to authorities.
City to survey residents on developing an Urban Forest Plan
The plan would guide tree planting and maintenance in public parks, along streets and throughout neighborhoods, officials said.
Border Patrol agent charged with assaulting LBPD officer has died
Isaiah Anthony Hodgson was found dead Friday, Aug. 22 at a home in Hemet, according to authorities.
No arrests at DUI checkpoint in East Long Beach, police say
Five drivers were cited for driving with a suspended license or for driving without a license and another 11 for traffic violations, according to the LBPD.
Shooting in Cal Heights leaves man hospitalized, police say
The man was in the 3200 block of Atlantic Avenue around 8:43 p.m. Sunday when an unknown suspect shot him, according to the LBPD.
Police arrest 2 men suspected of burglary during a street takeover
Seven cars have also been seized in connection with the July 14 takeover and burglary in North Long Beach, according to the LBPD.
Introducing Paws in the Sand, a new local TNR-based cat rescue
Founder Janae Morgan said family grief inspired her to save lives.