labor action
Long Beach Convention Center workers could go on strike 'at any moment'
The union that represents the workers held a strike authorization vote Sunday, with 85% voting in favor.
Brandon Richardson
Reporter and photojournalist covering Long Beach, CA
Wildfire
Here's a list of Long Beach businesses and organizations offering support for wildfire victims
From discounted hotel room rates and free food to donation collections, Long Beach is stepping up to assist its neighbors throughout the county.
Wildfire
Long Beach health officials warn of poor air quality fueled by wildfires
As numerous fires burn tens of thousands of acres across the county, Long Beach has deployed fire and police personnel to assist.
Weather
The Santa Ana winds have arrived. Here's what we can expect in Long Beach
The National Weather Service said the city could see gusts up to 40 miles per hour tonight, which is just a taste of what other parts of the region are facing.
skateboarding
Survey says: Give us more skateparks
The city of Long Beach has identified four potential locations for new skateparks, including a $5 million ‘destination’ park at Alamitos Beach, after a survey showed demand for more.
environment
Air quality is bad, Long Beach. Just stay inside if you can.
Levels of the inhalable microscopic pollutants known as PM2.5 are high and outdoor exercise should be limited.
homelessness
'These are humans': Residents mourn the unhoused who died on the streets of Long Beach this year
During the annual service, the names of 65 unhoused people were read, each having a candle lit in their honor.
immigration
CSULB advises international students to return to U.S. ahead of Trump inauguration
Heading into the winter break, the school’s administration emailed students regarding the uncertainty surrounding the president-elect’s potential immigration policies.
ports
Uncertainty at East and Gulf coast ports, consumer demand fuel record November at San Pedro Bay ports
The ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles moved nearly 1.77 million containers last month, up 5.7% from November 2020.
Crime + Public Safety
Hundreds of donated toys stolen from music fest. Long Beach’s Hood Santa is asking for help
Thieves stole bags of toys collected at the annual For The Children hardcore music festival, which were supposed to be given out this Saturday in Central Long Beach.
feature
‘This is rock star stuff’: From Long Beach metalhead to playing taiko for millions
Drummer Kaz Mogi, a Long Beach native, took the stage with a massive Japanese drum during the 10th annual Game Awards as part of an emotional announcement.
lakewood equestrian center
'We should take one more chance': Lakewood Equestrian Center saved by new operator agreement
When the only other choice was to shutter the beloved facility, the City Council voted 4-1 to take a chance on a new, local operator.
business
Boeing to lay off 115 Long Beach workers, more than 500 statewide
The layoffs come after the company announced $6 billion in losses during the third quarter.
business
Youth culture, entertainment industry could help solve Long Beach’s long-standing identity crisis
The entertainment sector is growing in Long Beach and, with major events on the horizon, Mayor Rex Richardson says the city needs to sort out its identity before being thrust onto the world stage.
Long Beach Airport
PHOTOS: Long Beach officials seal a time capsule, play pickleball at ‘America’s coolest airport’
City leaders gathered for the final centennial year celebration of Long Beach Airport and announced the acquisition of a trademark officially making it the ‘coolest’ airport in the country.
lakewood equestrian center
New hope for Lakewood Equestrian Center after initial lease negotiations fall through
After negotiations broke down with its first choice for operator, the city quickly pivoted to a proposal from a Lakewood resident with a community-focused vision for the facility.