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.
Long Beach residents don't need to evacuate following mistaken alert
The city is not currently under an evacuation alert, Long Beach Mayor Rex Richardson said.
Wildfire
Here's a list of Long Beach businesses and organizations offering support for wildfire victims
From discounted hotel room rates and free food to donation collections, Long Beach is stepping up to assist its neighbors throughout the county.
Wildfire
Long Beach schools remain open amidst poor air quality levels fueled by wildfires
Long Beach Unified School District officials said in a post on X that they were working with the city's health department to make sure they followed the recommended procedures.
Crime + Public Safety
Man shot while sitting at North Long Beach bus stop, police say
The man was at a bus stop near the area of 56th Street and Atlantic Avenue around 11:42 a.m. when a gunman shot him, according to police.
Crime + Public Safety
No bomb found after threat to CSULB campus library, university officials say
The university received the threat through a phone call around 2:36 p.m., according to Lt. Carol Almauger.
Wildfire
Long Beach health officials warn of poor air quality fueled by wildfires
As numerous fires burn tens of thousands of acres across the county, Long Beach has deployed fire and police personnel to assist.
Wildfire
Long Beach firefighters deployed to help battle Pacific Palisades fire
More than a dozen Long Beach firefighters were sent as part of a strike team to help combat the blaze, which has grown to nearly 3,000 acres, according to fire officials.
Weather
The Santa Ana winds have arrived. Here's what we can expect in Long Beach
The National Weather Service said the city could see gusts up to 40 miles per hour tonight, which is just a taste of what other parts of the region are facing.
Crime + Public Safety
Mother dies 9 days after hit-and-run crash that left her hospitalized
Nikki Rash, 78, was crossing the intersection of California Avenue and San Antonio Drive on Dec. 26 when another driver ran a red light and crashed into her car, according to authorities. That driver is still at large.
homelessness
Needles, feces and fear: HOA urges city to address homeless encampments
'Moving people along doesn't solve the root problem,' Gaviota Heights HOA president Jennifer Carey said.
Crime + Public Safety
Man wounded in drive-by shooting, Long Beach police say
The shooting happened just before 3 a.m. Sunday in the 600 block of West Anaheim Street, according to police.
skateboarding
Survey says: Give us more skateparks
The city of Long Beach has identified four potential locations for new skateparks, including a $5 million ‘destination’ park at Alamitos Beach, after a survey showed demand for more.
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Animal abuse: Be smart, but don't lose your anger
Long Beach dog-abuse case has animal community members baring their teeth.