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.
One year in, we still need your help
Today marks a full year since we published our first story as the Long Beach Watchdog.
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.
Man shot in North Long Beach, police say
The man was near the area of Atlantic Avenue and Market Street around 7 p.m. Sunday when he was shot.
Scratch This: Does Long Beach Animal Care Services take in healthy stray cats?
It’s complicated, but it’s cats, so there you go.
Man hospitalized after being shot, police say
The victim, who did not cooperate with authorities, was shot somewhere in Long Beach, police said.
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.
2 dead in East Long Beach crash, police say
The crash happened around 7:35 p.m. when the driver of an SUV turned in front of a motorcyclist, according to LBPD.
UPDATE: Police locate missing at-risk 33-year-old
Nathan Aggarwal was last seen near the area of Atlantic Avenue and East Broadway in Long Beach, according to authorities.
Long Beach veterinary clinic and animal-welfare organization team up to spay and neuter pets
Bixby Animal Clinic founder wants to start a tradition of giving back to the community.
Man stabbed in West Long Beach, police say
Police say the man was near the 2000 block of West 16th Street around 5 p.m. Thursday when he was stabbed.
Public asked to help find missing at-risk 72-year-old man
Thomas Reed was last seen near the area of East Seventh Street and Navy Way in Long Beach, according to the CHP.
Updated: Police find missing at-risk 82-year-old man
Jesus Campos was last seen near the area of East Ocean Boulevard and South 13th Place in Long Beach, according to the CHP.
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.
West Long Beach resident feels targeted as gang graffiti Increases
Jerlene Tatum, a longtime resident, believes that revamping the Westside Promise, a 10-year community investment plan launched in 2023, could help ensure public safety.
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.
Crime + Public Safety
Man fatally shot in North Long Beach, police say
Police say the man was shot near the 5400 block of Atlantic Avenue around 3:50 a.m. Monday.
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Scratch This: Long Beach Community Cat Project spay/neuter clinic shuts off the faucets
The Little Lion Foundation helps close the availability gap for cat trappers.
beach closure
City closes all beaches following 10,500-gallon sewage spill in Rowland Heights
The state-mandated closure follows a city advisory that was already asking people to avoid swimming in the ocean for three days following the recent rains.
lunar eclipse
First 'Blood Moon' total lunar eclipse in 3 years starts Thursday night
Though rain has been forecast for much of the week, the eclipse will be visible in Southern California if the skies are clear from 9 p.m. on Thursday to 3 a.m. on Friday.
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.
Crime + Public Safety
2 teen girls injured in Central Long Beach shooting
Two men were also stabbed and shot in separate incidents early Monday morning, police said.
Crime + Public Safety
Motorcyclist dies in North Long Beach crash, police say
The man, 55, was riding a Honda CBR 900 near Long Beach Boulevard and 51st Street Saturday night when he lost control, according to authorities.
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.
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Scratch This: Claw-dy with a chance of whiskers
The Long Beach animal community prepares for kitten season.
Crime + Public Safety
Police arrest man suspected of fatal Washington neighborhood shooting last month
Police say Edgar Melgar Salazar of Long Beach is responsible for fatally shooting 38-year-old Durrell Shell in the 1400 block of Locust Avenue on Feb. 18.
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.’
Crime + Public Safety
Woman hospitalized after being stabbed Downtown, police say
The woman was at the intersection of Fourth Street and Magnolia Avenue around 7 a.m. Tuesday when she was attacked, according to authorities.
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.
Crime + Public Safety
Man, 77, dies one week after being hit by a car near CSULB, police say
Long Beach resident Carleton Carlson was walking across Palo Verde Avenue outside of a marked crosswalk when he was hit by the driver of a 2015 Toyota Camry, according to police.
Crime + Public Safety
14 cited during DUI checkpoint in North Long Beach, police say
Two people were cited for moving violations, while the other 12 were ticketed for driving with a suspended license or for driving without a license, according to the LBPD.