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.
Brandon Richardson
Reporter and photojournalist covering Long Beach, CA
Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach
The Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach is celebrating its 50th year
“I don’t think anybody imagined that it would turn out to be quite the production that it is today,” said Grand Prix Association of Long Beach President and CEO Jim Michaelian.
Long Beach Airport
Long Beach Airport boasts increased unleaded fuel sales; critics are unimpressed
According to city data, unleaded aviation fuel only makes up 2% of fuel deliveries from October through February.
Scorpion submarine
Long Beach looks to remove Scorpion submarine — the longtime waterfront companion of the Queen Mary
The Soviet-era sub was moored next to the historic ocean liner as a tourist attraction in 1998 but was shuttered in 2015 after falling into disrepair.
Labor
Long Beach Memorial nurses say work conditions are unsafe — for themselves as well as patients
The unions representing nurses at the hospital campus have been locked in contentious contract negotiations with management since early February.
business
Forever 21 files for bankruptcy a 2nd time, plans to close all U.S. stores
The fast-fashion company has locations in Long Beach, Lakewood and Cerritos, and will leave large storefronts to fill in already-struggling retail centers.
Food & Drink
New sushi and Japanese BBQ joint opens at Long Beach Exchange
Sosogu, which translates to ‘pour it up,’ is the brainchild of original Wallflowers guitarist Tobias Miller and business partner Richard Gottlieb.
Crime + Public Safety
Part-time CSULB lecturer arrested for allegedly ‘contacting a minor with the intent to have sex’
The allegations against Eric Brothwell became public after a sting operation by a 'To Catch a Predator'-like activist organization went viral.
arts and culture
Photos: Thousands gather at CSULB for 52nd annual Pow Wow festival
The event 'allows us to express ourselves, keep our culture alive, keep us moving forward as a people and show that we’re still here as a community,' said Walter Ahhaitty of the Kiowa tribe.
homelessness
Long Beach gets $11M from state to combat homelessness along the LA River
Health officials acknowledged that it's unlikely to ever completely clear the river of unhoused people permanently, but said they will ‘help as many people as possible.’
Education
LBCC stands behind DEI values, undeterred by Trump administration
Diversity, equity and inclusion are core principles outlined in the college’s 2022-2026 strategic plan, and it remains “deeply committed” to those values, college officials said.
CSULB
CSULB business students offer free tax prep services
Last year, the IRS-certified volunteers got more than $1.2 million in refunds for over 1,500 clients, according to the university.
Crime + Public Safety
Former Padre, Toma owner faces criminal wage theft charges as new allegations emerge
“His motto is ‘do it until you get in trouble,’” one ex-employee said of former boss Jay Krymis.
Crime + Public Safety
Woman killed after being hit by car while crossing the street, police say
The 61-year-old driver remained at the scene after hitting the woman, who was in a crosswalk.
Crime + Public Safety
Employee shot after trying to foil theft at CVS, police say
A man confronted three women stealing from the traffic circle location, according to authorities. His injuries are non-life-threatening.
politics
Trump DOJ sends probe letter asking Rep. Robert Garcia to clarify a metaphor
Garcia, who represents Long Beach in Congress, faces censure after criticizing billionaire Elon Musk and referring to the current state of American politics as a 'bar fight' requiring 'actual weapons.'