Police are searching for 3 suspects who robbed off-duty cop in Bixby Knolls
The officer was near Bixby Road and Orange Avenue when the suspects robbed him around 1:30 p.m. Sunday, authorities said.
Suspect arrested after SWAT standoff in Bixby Park neighborhood, police say
The suspect and victim in a domestic violence incident had barricaded themselves in a house Wednesday night, according to authorities.
Police search for hit-and-run suspect in crash that left 2 injured
The driver of a metallic blue Dodge Charger did not stop after sideswiping a Honda Prologue on June 21, authorities said.
Woman shot in North Long Beach, police say
The woman was in the 6700 block of Long Beach Boulevard around 3:21 a.m. when she was shot, according to authorities.
Pedestrian killed in Downtown hit-and-run, police say
The man was crossing Ocean Boulevard outside of a crosswalk when he was hit by three vehicles, none of which stopped, Monday night, according to authorities.
‘All my friends hate Brian Addison’: The most influential man in Long Beach food is not without his critics
For nearly two decades, Brian Addison has been the dominant voice in the city's culinary ecosystem. A public row with one business owner reopened questions about his ethics and the responsibility that comes with influence.
Man shot to death in St. Mary's neighborhood Saturday, police say
Another man was shot and wounded the same day. Police are unsure if the cases are related, authorities said.
Off-duty cop shoots at robbery suspects in Bixby Knolls, police say
The officer was near Bixby Road and Orange Avenue when two suspects robbed him around 1:30 p.m. Sunday, authorities said.
Traveling with your best buddy
Whether by car, RV or plane, make the journey as pleasant for your pet as it is for you.
‘Win-Win’: Coastal Commission unanimously approves Bay Harbour settlement
The agreement will end 43 years of public access violations with the homeowners association funding numerous improvements.
Column: Long Beach says racism is a public health crisis. Black Workers are still waiting for the cure.
A city commission recently voted unanimously to support the Coalition Against Anti‑Blackness in its fight for improved conditions for Black workers employed by the city of Long Beach.
Man arrested after SWAT standoff in North Long Beach
Another man accidentally shot himself in the Sunrise neighborhood in a separate incident, authorities said.
Bicyclist killed in West Long Beach hit-and-run, police say
The man was riding westbound on Cowles Street when he was struck by an unknown vehicle near Santa Fe Avenue around 2:38 a.m. Monday.
After 43 years of violations, gated community on cusp of providing full public access, Coastal Commission says
If approved, the settlement with the Bay Harbour HOA would require many new public amenities but eliminate millions in penalties.
‘Fun police’: LBPD cracking down on drinking, noise at Horny Corner on 4th of July
Police, along with private security, will conduct bag and cooler checks for prohibited items, including booze and fireworks.
From trash bin to (hopefully) track win!
The adorable little contenders in the Wiener Nationals have diverse origin stories.
Crime + Public Safety
Teen arrested after 3-hour SWAT standoff in North Long Beach
The 17-year-old, who allegedly attempted to stab a woman, surrendered peacefully, according to authorities.
'Record' 430 guns collected at buy-back event at Martin Luther King, Jr. Park, county says
The event allowed people to turn in their unwanted firearms for gift cards, according to Supervisor Janice Hahn's office.
Crime + Public Safety
Central Long Beach argument leads to stabbing, police say
The two men were arguing in the 1700 block of N. Stanton Place around 6:39 p.m. Saturday, according to authorities.
Crime + Public Safety
Man stabbed during argument in Sunrise neighborhood, police say
The victim was stabbed by another man in the 1900 block of Long Beach Boulevard around 2:20 a.m. Saturday, authorities said.
West Nile Virus
Long Beach health officials confirm state's first human case of West Nile virus this year
The person was hospitalized with neuroinvasive illness but is currently recovering at home, according to the city.
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Flea medication caution and common sense
It's extremely important that pet owners understand that using dog medication on a cat can be deadly.
Crime + Public Safety
Police ask for help identifying possible hit-and-run driver
Police believe the driver of a 2000-2007 dark-colored GMC Yukon hit a woman crossing the road around 11 p.m. on Sunday, May 24.
oil spill
As East LA oil spill cleanup continues, 3 companies cited for violations related to incident
The May 22 spill dumped nearly 25,000 gallons — more than ten times more than initial estimates — of crude oil onto LA streets and into the LA River.
DUI Checkpoint
1 arrested at DUI checkpoint in East Long Beach, police say
Three other drivers were cited for driving with a suspended license or without a license at the June 18 checkpoint, according to authorities.
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Fostering a dog for the 4th of July saves 2 lives
LBACS Foster the 4th makes room in a kennel for a lost dog and room in your heart for one who needs a break.
buy back event
LBPD to host gun buy-back event Saturday, June 27
People handing over weapons, operational or not, will receive gift cards valued between $50 and $300, authorities said.
politics
Port of Long Beach officials respond to Strait of Hormuz reopening
The waterway is expected to remain open for at least 60 days as part of a temporary agreement that experts say heavily favors Iran.
Crime + Public Safety
Police ask for help identifying 2 suspects after theft of beloved family parrot
Police believe two men stole the exotic bird from a house in the 3000 block of Cortner Avenue around on June 5.
DUI Checkpoint
LBPD to hold DUI checkpoint in East Long Beach Thursday night
The checkpoint will be active from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. on June 18.
aviation,
Smoke plume from B-52 bomber crash visible from passenger plane over Long Beach
Eight crew members are believed to have died in the crash, which took place at Edwards Air Force Base, about 85 miles from Long Beach, according to the U.S. Air Force.
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Get ready, set your traps and go turn off some faucets!
Attend Saturday’s Long Beach Community Cat Coalition meeting to learn about trapping and fixing homeless cats.