Crime + Public Safety
Shooting in Washington neighborhood leaves 2 men hospitalized, police say
The men were in the 1400 block of Magnolia Avenue around 8:31 p.m. Sunday when an unknown suspect shot them, according to the LBPD.
protests
'No f-ing kings': Thousands gather in Long Beach to protest Trump admin
Protesters denounced immigration raids, the cutting of services by the Trump administration, gerrymandering and attacks on free speech, among other things.
Crime + Public Safety
Man cut during argument in Central Long Beach, police say
The argument took place in the 1300 block of Peterson Avenue around 7:39 p.m. Saturday, according to authorities.
Scratch This
City Council considers permitting the sale and use of ‘safe and sane’ fireworks to boost nonprofits
Will it cause a boom for organizations, or will it blow up in our collective face?
Traffic Fatality
Pedestrian dies in early morning West Long Beach crash, police say
This is the 46th traffic fatality reported by the LBPD this year, up from 40 last year, data shows.
Long Beach Airport
Long Beach Airport refuses to show Trump admin propaganda video
The video, which features DHS Secretary Kristi Noem blaming Democrats for the ongoing government shutdown, violates state and federal law, city officials said.
mpox
Long Beach health officials confirm first case of more serious mpox virus
The risk to the public remains low, but this is the first case in the U.S. without known international travel, officials said.
Crime + Public Safety
Man fatally shot in Bixby Park neighborhood, police say
The shooting happened around 1:28 a.m. Sunday at the 200 block of Falcon Avenue, according to Long Beach police.
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The purrly elegant Le Chic Chat Soirée is coming soon!
Here’s how you can win a pair of tickets to the event, where funny veterinarian Kevin Fitzgerald will be guest of honor.
sports
Long Beach Baseball Club announces 6 semi-finalists in naming contest
City residents are encouraged to vote for their favorite name online or in person at six locations around the city beginning today.
Crime + Public Safety
Man arrested for stabbing roommates, killing one, police say
Police booked Alejandro Iniestra, 34, for murder and attempted murder.
Scratch This
Scratch This: They gotta crow!
Rescue Roos provides a perch for castoff roosters.
public health
City to offer free flu vaccinations at community clinics
The clinics will take place at various parks and community centers beginning tomorrow through Oct. 28.
Labor
‘Incomprehensibly tragic’: Friends, colleagues mourn unexpected death of local union leader
Andrea Zinder, 67, had been president of UFCW Local 324 for six years before dying of a heart attack over the weekend.
Government Shutdown
Long Beach officials say federal shutdown will not affect city services — yet
If the shutdown drags on, federally funded programs such as housing assistance could be impacted.
health care
Long Beach event raises awareness for neurofibromatosis
The Children's Tumor Foundation hoped to educate and unite the community in the fight against what organizers call 'the most common rare disease you've never heard of.'