Crime + Public Safety

Long Beach man pleads guilty to driving Arizona teen across state lines for sex, feds say

Federal authorities say Trevon Nathan Langstaff, 33, met the 14-year-old girl on Reddit and arranged to pick her up in Arizona with the intention of driving her back to Long Beach to have sex with her.

Planning Commission

Parking minimums in Long Beach could be changed as proposal heads to City Council

One of the changes would end parking minimums from changing for businesses that are taking over Long Beach storefronts in buildings over 10 years old.

The importance of Long Beach’s queer history

During “Discovering Long Beach’s Unknown Queer History” on Saturday, Phillip Zonkel and other panelists hope to shed some light on the city's often overlooked past.

Critically Speaking

Critically Speaking: We've chipped away at the Digital Divide

But the end of a federal subsidy could make things worse in Long Beach.

Scratch This

Scratch This: It's all things cat in the newest cat meetup joint in town!

The Cool Cat Collective is a purrfect (sorry) addition to a cool stretch of street!

Long Beach is hosting a series of free flu shot clinics as flu season begins

There are ten scheduled clinics where residents can get free flu shots this month including one spooky event where costumes are encouraged.

Crime + Public Safety

Padre, Mezcalero owner accused of wage theft, gross mismanagement that spurs criminal investigation

Owner Jay Krymis confirmed many of the allegations, saying he “failed” his employees and hopes they — and the community — can forgive him as he works to open a new restaurant Downtown.

On The Ballot: A $15M decision on power plant taxes

Measure LB is one of a few ballot measures Long Beach voters will decide in November and city officials say its passage could generate $15 million annually.

Crime + Public Safety

Firefighters extinguish 2nd-alarm blaze in Downtown Long Beach, authorities say

Officials say the fire happened at an abandoned building in the 900 block of Pine Avenue Wednesday morning.

Crime + Public Safety

Woman riding as passenger on motorcycle dies in crash near Bixby Park, police say

Police say speed may have been a factor in the crash, which happened shortly after 10:30 p.m. Tuesday.

arts and culture

Olive & Rose, a modern bistro from the siblings behind Heritage, opens today

Chef Philip Pretty and his sister Lauren earned Long Beach its first Michelin star in 2023. Now, they’re bringing a modern bistro Downtown — and a new bar concept to Rose Park next year.

jellyfishbot

Long Beach looking for youth artwork and a name for its new 'Jellyfish' trash removal bot

The Jellyfishbot is a remote-controlled device that city workers will use to remove debris from city waterways. It just needs a name and some flair.

What's Good LBC

What's Good, LBC? Long Beach Marathon, fall exhibitions and more

Long Beach Museum of Art will unveil a new exhibit, Long Beach Sake Day will celebrate all things Japanese sake and local artists will open their studios to the public.

Labor

East, Gulf coast dockworkers on strike for 1st time in nearly 50 years; Long Beach, LA port officials hope for speedy resolution

Tens of thousands of dockworkers walked off the job Tuesday, leaving billions of dollars of goods in limbo. West Coast ports say they are ready for more cargo.

Dark Harbor

Photos: Jump scares, food, booze and more — the Queen Mary's Dark Harbor is so back

After a four-year hiatus, the iconic Halloween event returns, with promoters paying homage to the past while looking to the future.

Trans Pride

Reveling in trans joy and community

The 4th annual Trans Pride Long Beach event saw hundreds of attendees come together to recognize and celebrate the genderqueer community.