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.
Brandon Richardson
Reporter and photojournalist covering Long Beach, CA
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.
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.
Pride
Long Beach shows off 'The Power of Community' at 42nd Pride parade
Thousands gathered for the annual event in Downtown Sunday morning.
Labor
Long Beach Memorial nurses announce 1-day strike; hospital responds with 4-day lockout
The hospital assured residents that patient care will not be impacted.
palestine
CSULB students on hunger strike as Gazans face mass starvation
Hundreds of thousands of Palestinians are at risk of “severe hunger and malnutrition” as Israel continues to block aid, according to the World Food Programme.
health care
‘A tragedy’: 175 people laid off at Long Beach Memorial amid alleged budgetary shortfalls, leadership shakeup
The firing of an executive late last year led to a staff vote of no confidence in CEO Blair Kent, who is now on administrative leave.
queen mary
Demolition of dilapidated village near Queen Mary has begun
What used to be a bustling tourist attraction will now be used for additional parking and event space.
business
No stereo, no paint, no tech: Jeff Bezos-backed EV truck unveiled in Long Beach
The internet had mixed reactions toward the small pickup designed by Slate Auto at its North Long Beach studio.
Crime + Public Safety
Viral animal abuse suspect arrested; dog is ‘bright, alert and responsive,’ officials say
'This type of animal cruelty has no place in our community,' police Chief Wally Hebeish said.
Crime + Public Safety
Video shows man violently abusing a dog; Long Beach police are investigating
The incident occurred Monday morning in an alley just off Long Beach Boulevard and 12th Street.
Olympics
With more events coming to Long Beach, Supervisor Janice Hahn proposes water taxi service for 2028 Olympics
The city is set to host 11 events — more than double the initial 2017 bid from the city of Los Angeles.
Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach
Scenes from the final day of the 50th Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach
Speeding cars, burning rubber and enthusiastic fans.
Cambodia Town
Photos: Thousands gathered for Long Beach’s 17th annual Cambodia Town Parade
The event this year coincided with the 50th anniversary of the beginning of the Cambodian genocide under Khmer Rouge rule that saw 1.3 million people killed.
wildlife
Minke whale dies after days trapped in Long Beach harbor
Efforts to lure the whale back out to open waters were unsuccessful, according to National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration officials.