We asked Long Beach officials your questions about ICE
Police Chief Wally Hebeish refused to denounce the aggressive tactics used by federal immigration enforcement agents.
Stabbing suspect arrested after SWAT standoff
A man was injured and then arrested after police used a taser, gas, 'less-lethal' launcher and K9 on him Saturday night in the 1700 block of Pine Avenue, according to authorities.
District 1 residents ask for a new dog park
Three could easily be a crowd in Downtown Long Beach's current dog parks.
Man turned himself in after fatal hit-and-run in Bluff Park
Christopher Bryant, 40, left the scene Saturday after crashing into a bicyclist who later died of her injuries, according to authorities.
Long Beach says it wants more public participation at City Council meetings
Through March 20, residents can fill out a survey on "barriers that may prevent community members from engaging" in meetings.
Motorcyclist killed in Central Long Beach crash, police say
The man was riding through the intersection of Anaheim Street and Linden Avenue Tuesday morning when he was hit, according to authorities.
City urges residents to ensure they’re vaccinated against measles
While there are currently no reported measles cases in Long Beach, there are three recent cases in LA County and two in Orange County.
Man hospitalized after shooting in Sunrise neighborhood, police say
The man was in the 2000 block of Orange Avenue around 11:53 p.m. Sunday when he was shot, according to authorities.
Man threatens person with replica firearm, prompts SWAT response, police say
Police used a K9 to take Sokhom Yay into custody on suspicion of assault with a deadly weapon and resisting arrest.
Man stabbed during argument near 2ND & PCH, police say
The stabbing happened in the 6400 block of East Pacific Coast Highway around 12:35 a.m. Sunday, according to authorities.
Bicyclist killed by hit-and-run driver in Bluff Park, police say
A woman was riding through the intersection of Redondo Avenue and Second Street Saturday afternoon when she was hit, according to authorities.
Man refuses to cooperate with investigators after being shot, police say
The man was shot around 3:40 a.m. Saturday in an unknown part of Long Beach, according to authorities.
Police arrest 2 suspected of fatally shooting homeless man
Josh Porras, 50, and Maria Gomez Gallegos, 41, shot and killed 32-year-old Steven Vejar on Jan. 12, authorities say.
Long Beach Public Library to celebrate Black creativity and community
The city will honor 'Black joy, identity, self-care and artistic expression' this month with the annual 'For the Culture' program, which kicks off Friday, Feb. 6.
2 men hospitalized after North Long Beach shooting, police say
The men were in the 3400 block of Artesia Boulevard around 2 a.m. Monday when they were shot, according to authorities.
Column: Actually Congressman, this is exactly who we are
In denouncing the Trump Administration’s authoritarian brutality in Minneapolis, Rep. Robert Garcia whitewashes American history.
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Bo and the bunnies
Responsible rescues multiply with the increasing popularity of rabbits as house pets.
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'ICE should be in my drinks, not my city'
Thousands of LBUSD students walk out of class as part of national protest against the Trump Administration's violent anti-immigrant operations in Minneapolis.
Traffic Fatality
Man arrested for 2024 fatal hit-and-run in Bixby Knolls, police say
Mario Jesus Escobar Acosta, 59, allegedly left the scene after crashing into a car driven by Nikki Rash, 78, who died of her injuries nine days later, according to authorities.
Traffic Fatality
Police arrest man for manslaughter 3 years after fatal head-on crash
Ivan Olarte-Torres, 31, allegedly killed Roberto Rodriguez in a Jan. 29, 2023 Wrigley crash, according to authorities.
Crime + Public Safety
Stabbing in Franklin neighborhood leaves man hospitalized, police say
The stabbing happened in the 1800 block of East Fourth Street around 1:18 a.m. Thursday, according to authorities.
Crime + Public Safety
Police arrest 4 in killing of 2 homeless men last year
Police say Luis Parra, 45, and Josue Pacheco, 24 were found shot to death near Compton Creek and the 710 freeway on Aug. 6.
Traffic Fatality
Pedestrian killed in Central Long Beach crash, police say
The woman was crossing PCH near Gundry Avenue early Tuesday when she was hit by a pickup truck, according to authorities.
Crime + Public Safety
2 men stabbed in separate incidents, police say
The first stabbing happened in North Long Beach and the second in the Hellman neighborhood hours later, according to authorities.
Crime + Public Safety
Man arrested after stabbing another man during argument, police say
Darien Barrett, 31, allegedly stabbed a man during an argument in the East Village Sunday night, according to authorities.
DUI Checkpoint
1 arrested at East Long Beach DUI checkpoint, police say
Another 5 people were cited Friday night at the intersection of Pacific Coast Highway and Second Street.
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New low-cost veterinary clinic opens in Cal Heights
'Our goal is to help those who cannot get the help otherwise,' said clinic founder Claudia Otis.
Crime + Public Safety
Police arrest 2 men suspected of killing man in truck
Maliek Dontell James-Morrow, 29, and Buon Henry Um, 29, allegedly shot 33-year-old David Alfaro to death on Jan. 18, according to the LBPD.
DUI Checkpoint
LBPD to post DUI checkpoint in East Long Beach Friday
The checkpoint will be active from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 23.
Crime + Public Safety
Man stabbed during argument in East Village, police say
The stabbing happened in the 600 block of Long Beach Boulevard around 5:30 p.m. Sunday, according to authorities.
Crime + Public Safety
Man shot to death while driving in Sunrise neighborhood, police say
The man was driving in the 1600 block of Pacific Coast Highway around 1:49 a.m. Sunday when he was shot and then crashed, according to authorities.
Traffic Fatality
Bicyclist killed in North Long Beach crash, police say
Authorities believe the man was riding an e-bike on Artesia Boulevard near Indiana Avenue Friday night when he lost control and hit the center median curb.