Brandon Richardson - Long Beach Watchdog

A man holding a bullhorn walks past a police car parked near a sign saying “Residence Inn.

immigration

‘No sleep for ICE’: Protesters descend on Long Beach hotel to make noise

Demonstrators allege upward of 40 federal agents are staying at the Residence Inn while conducting immigration raids throughout the region.

A masked man chases another man between two cars.

immigration

City, county officials denounce immigration raids at Long Beach car washes

Due to a court order that prohibits raids based on profiling, officials argue the raids were illegal and are seeking legal recourse.

A masked man in camouflage chases a man in blue while another man watches them.

immigration

Federal agents raid 2 Long Beach car washes, videos show

At least nine workers were detained by federal agents, according to advocacy group ÓRALE.

An adorable black and white dog wears a cone around her neck.

Crime + Public Safety

Mazzlyn the pit bull making ‘good progress’ two weeks after being stabbed

Victims and witnesses claim to know the name and address of the attacker. Police have made no arrest.

Crime + Public Safety

A dog is in recovery after being stabbed while protecting its owner

The incident, caught on video, shows a man approaching a group of unhoused people with a knife when the dog attacks him.

A large building set against a blue sky with wispy white clouds.

Labor

RNs pass vote of no confidence in leadership at Long Beach Memorial

The unanimous vote comes after months of layoffs, a strike and contentious contract negotiations.

A smiling person is crowd-surfing and being propped up by two men in yellow shirts.

Music

Warped Tour is coming back to Long Beach in 2026

Presale tickets will be available Friday morning. No bands have been announced.

A crowd surrounds a band on a van at a street corner at night.

‘Punk’s not dead’: Band arrested for guerilla show outside Warped Tour Long Beach

Venice Beach-based Who Cares played an illegal show on Pine Avenue near the Pike Outlets after the popular music festival ended.

Crime + Public Safety

Cabrillo baseball coach arrested for alleged statutory rape of student

The suspect was identified by Long Beach police as 34-year-old Gabriel Vigil.

Olympics

What will the financial impact of the Olympics be in Long Beach? Officials don’t know

The city has not conducted an independent economic impact study but maintains all costs should be offset and that worldwide exposure will be a boon for the city.

People wearing yellow shirts hold up signs and one saxophone.

Labor

Dozens of grocery workers rally at Marina Pacifica Ralphs

The demonstration comes ahead of a potential strike that could affect Albertsons, Pavilions, Ralphs and Vons stores across the Southland, including 13 in the Long Beach area.

health care

Another round of layoffs at Long Beach Memorial

So far this year, MemorialCare has laid off more than 250 employees at its Long Beach campus.

A woman smiles while standing in a car's sun roof and holding a stylized American flag.

protests

Thousands gather near Downtown Long Beach to protest Trump, ICE

'We need to stand up, not sit down,' said one man during the rally.

health care

Long Beach Memorial CEO retires after vote of no confidence

Former CEO Blair Kent had been on paid personal leave for two months as the hospital faced down a strike and numerous rounds of layoffs, including the most recent last week.

Aquarium of the Pacific

Gonna visit the Aquarium of the Pacific? Here’s how to save a few bucks

While the largest aquarium in SoCal is relatively affordable, it can still add up, especially for families. But discounts are available.

People stand on the street holding signs near a delivery van labeled "Long Beach nurses on strike for patient care!"

Labor

Long Beach Memorial nurses on strike for 1st time in 15 years

The one-day strike will be followed by a four-day lockout by the hospital.

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