homelessness
Long Beach’s ‘innovative’ tiny home project is dead; city to return $5.6M state grant
This is the first time a city was unable to complete an awarded project, according to the state housing department.
Brandon Richardson
Reporter and photojournalist covering Long Beach, CA
immigration
More than 500 LBUSD students walk out in protest of Trump immigration policies
'My parents fought for my future, so I will fight for theirs,' read one student's sign.
trash
Are you ready for a 59% increase to your trash bill, Long Beach?
With the addition of organics recycling this year, which is mandated by the state, the city is staring down the barrel of an $11.5 million shortfall this year, according to staff.
queen mary
N°3: Inside the Queen Mary’s new prohibition-style bar
The speakeasy-themed watering hole seeks to draw locals back to the historic ocean liner.
City Budget
Tell Long Beach officials how to spend your money. Budget survey closes tonight
While a citywide survey closes at 11 p.m. Tuesday, additional community meetings and surveys will be announced in August, officials said.
environmental
‘An environmental catastrophe’: Residents unhappy with response to toxic pesticide in West Long Beach air
Environmental agencies have known methyl bromide levels near Hudson Elementary School have been high since at least 2018 but most residents were unaware until recently.
Labor
Union files labor violation complaint against convention center operator, city
The claim filed with the National Labor Relations Board alleges management of the city-owned facility called police on and surveilled picketing workers.
community
Community rallies behind family of Cabrillo High soccer player who died last week
A local nonprofit is hosting a soccer tournament to raise money for the family of Brian Gonzalez, who also will be honored during the Cabrillo baseball team’s first weekend home game next month.
immigration
No, ICE has not raided any Long Beach schools
LBUSD debunked social media rumors that the agency is active within the district, which launched a resources webpage last week ‘in solidarity’ with immigrant students and their families.
immigration
No, las escuela de Long Beach no han sido redadas por la agencia de immigración y control de aduanas (ICE)
Los funcionarios del Distrito Escolar Unificado de Long Beach desmintió los rumores en las redes sociales de que la agencia está activa dentro de las escuelas locales.
Belmont pool
TONIGHT: Long Beach officials to give update on yet another Belmont pool redesign
The project has been dragging on for 11 years and is now on its fourth redesign, which requires additional Coastal Commission approval.
entertainment
How much does a seaside amphitheater cost? Long Beach officials say they don’t know yet
A temporary amphitheater is supposed to open adjacent to the Queen Mary this fall, but no timeline, budget or funding source has been finalized, according to city staff.
LBUSD
Demolition at Jordan High School makes way for $97.5M gym, aquatic facilities
While the new gym and pool are slated to open in 2027, the school’s new stadium is set to come online in August ahead of the 2025-26 academic year.
sports
Family, teammates mourn the death of Cabrillo High soccer player Brian Gonzalez
Hundreds gathered at the Cabrillo soccer field Saturday morning to pay their respects the day after the teen suffered a medical emergency during a game.
aviation
Hybrid-electric plane landing at Long Beach Airport marks ‘significant leap’ toward cleaning air travel
The milestone is a welcome step for residents who have spent nearly two years pushing back against air and noise pollution at the airport.
entertainment
Mayor shares first look at 'Long Beach Bowl' seaside amphitheater
The music venue “offering unforgettable experiences” is slated to open this fall next to the Queen Mary, according to Long Beach Mayor Rex Richardson.