Crime + Public Safety

Man in critical condition after being shot in West Long Beach, police say

The gunman shot the victim during an argument just after midnight in the 2500 block of Santa Fe Avenue, the Long Beach Police Department said.

LBUSD

Cabrillo student dies during soccer game, LBUSD says

The soccer program is holding a vigil for the 9th-grade student on the school's soccer field Saturday at 9 a.m.

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Cool Cat Collective exemplifies Long Beach's generous spirit

Meet the cats from Compton at TippedEars rescue.

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.

Civil Rights

Honoree declines MLK Peacemaker award, expresses solidarity with Long Beach Black leaders

'I cannot, in good conscience, accept this award at this time,' Órale executive director Gaby Hernandez said.

Crime + Public Safety

Police ask for help identifying suspected rapist

Police believe the man struck a second woman hours after the sexual assault Wednesday morning.

Crime + Public Safety

‘I won’t be able to sleep tonight’: Long Beach judge orders man to stand trial in 2022 fatal stabbing of grandmother

After a three-hour-long preliminary hearing, Long Beach Superior Court Judge Debra A. Cole said Kevin Ngo would be held to answer for his alleged crimes. 

Crime + Public Safety

Fire crews extinguish 2-alarm blaze in North Long Beach; 9 displaced, officials say

Fire officials say the blaze broke out around 4:41 a.m. at a home in the 5600 block of California Avenue. 

Crime + Public Safety

Man fatally shot in West Long Beach; suspect arrested, police say

Police say Long Beach resident Trayen Gaston, 30, fatally shot his roommate Tyrone Crawford, 64.

Civil Rights

Column: Long Beach's MLK Parade sparks outrage over lack of Black representation

Community members protest the fact that just one of the five individuals chosen to be a Grand Marshal in Saturday's Martin Luther King Jr. Parade is Black.

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.

Bay Shore Neighborhood Library

Bay Shore Neighborhood Library celebrates its grand reopening

The renovated building is more energy efficient but retains its mid-century charm.

Crime + Public Safety

Man sitting in car shot in North Long Beach, police say

Police say the man was parked in the 6500 block of Muriel Avenue when a gunman shot him around 11:45 p.m. Monday night.

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.

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Meet Amanda Barajas, Long Beach Animal Care Services' new face of dog fostering

Pet fostering also helps save lives during disasters.

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How to keep your pets safe during disasters

Best Friends Animal Society offers tips and a huge helping paw.