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Crime + Public Safety
Long Beach resident Carleton Carlson was walking across Palo Verde Avenue outside of a marked crosswalk when he was hit by the driver of a 2015 Toyota Camry, according to police.
Crime + Public Safety
Two people were cited for moving violations, while the other 12 were ticketed for driving with a suspended license or for driving without a license, according to the LBPD.
Crime + Public Safety
The suspect was identified by Long Beach police as 18-year-old John Paul Mcintyre III.
Crime + Public Safety
The driver of a Honda Crosstour struck the pedestrian near the area of Atherton Street and Ashbrook Avenue, police said.
Crime + Public Safety
The checkpoint will be active in North Long Beach Friday, Feb. 28 from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Long Beach Public Library
The nearly century-old library will be shuttered for nearly three weeks for termite treatment and lead abatement, city officials said.
protests
About 50 people waved signs Saturday opposing the Trump administration’s immigration policy and gutting of federal agencies.
Crime + Public Safety
Police say two suspects were arrested following the shooting in the 100 block of West 12th Street around 6 p.m. Thursday.
Missing Person
Juliana E. Montoya was last seen leaving her home in the 3000 block of Oregon Avenue, according to police.
Crime + Public Safety
The man apparently jumped into the road Tuesday evening where he was struck by a 2021 Volkswagen ID and possibly two other vehicles, according to LBPD.
Wildfire
From discounted hotel room rates and free food to donation collections, Long Beach is stepping up to assist its neighbors throughout the county.
Crime + Public Safety
Police say Franklyn B. King was last seen leaving her home in the 4000 block of Elm Avenue Friday at around 6:00 p.m.
Recycling
Residents can drop off their trees at any of 12 locations seven days a week through Jan. 10, 2025.
Crime + Public Safety
Henry L. Folse was last seen near the 700 block of Olive Avenue, according to police.
Hate crimes
CSULB professor Matt Lesenyie sees a ‘generational shift’ away from tolerance and decorum as hate crimes reach record levels.
belmont shore
John Morris — the parade's founder and co-creator of Legends and Big Bang on the Bay — will serve as this year’s Grand Marshal.