What’s good in the LBC: Paint and Sip, a yacht rave, a class on Palestinian cuisine and more
It's not Mother's Day, yet, but here are some events you can check out around town with or without mom this weekend.
Long Beach Journalism Initiative chair threatens to sue journalists amid NLRB probe
Matt Kinley, a lawyer who chairs the board of the Long Beach Post’s parent nonprofit, demanded the removal of an article and informational flyers.
WATCHDOG TODAY: 'Media incubator' approved, City to host 'Pride Prep' vax clinic, LBG breaks 100-year record
Plus, unionized workers reached a "life-changing" agreement with Hotel Maya; two dining parklets were approved in Belmont Shore and more local headlines.
City to host free vaccine clinic at The Falcon ahead of Long Beach Pride events
The pop-up clinic will offer a variety of shots and STI testing at The Falcon on Broadway ahead of Long Beach Pride on May 19.
Long Beach Airport sets monthly passenger record
City officials attributed the surge to an increase in flight slot usage from the airport's carriers.
City Council approves naming new Port of Long Beach education center after former Congressman Alan Lowenthal
The $19 million center will include interactive learning displays and show the history of the port, which was one of the focuses of Lowenthal's work while in office.
City Council approves 'media incubator' request, wants clear line between city funding and journalism
The request by Mayor Rex Richardson asked the city to work with other institutions to find a way to help the struggling news industry in Long Beach.
City Council approves outdoor dining parklets for Open Sesame, Aroma di Roma
There are now three approved parklets in the Belmont Shore stretch of Second Street where residents say they will negatively affect parking.
Unionized workers reach ‘life-changing’ agreement with Hotel Maya
The new contract includes a $5 per hour raise in the first year, with most non-tipped workers on track to make $35 per hour by July 2027.
Long Beach is offering $10,000 grants, ‘extreme’ small business makeovers
The city is offering nearly two dozen $10,000 grants to small businesses along with support services and workshops.
Supreme Court ruling allows 'developer fees' to be challenged but effect in Long Beach could be minimal
The ruling will let developers challenge fees charged to support things like public safety, parks and transportation projects but Long Beach already allows appeals.
Column: Long Beach is making room for apartments, but only on busy streets. That’s not fair
The city's proposed zoning changes follow a unique (but familiar) pattern that puts new and affordable homes on dangerous and dirty arterial roads.
Local animal advocate to make appeal for Project Street Vet at April 23 City Council
Diana Geosano is searching for Long Beach veterinarians to offer free treatment and support for pets of unhoused people.
WATCHDOG TODAY: Grand Prix roars for a 49th year, musical revives '50s rockabilly, beach lot to get security gate to deter late-night activity
Plus, protestors called for a ceasefire in Gaza outside of the Acura Grand Prix in Downtown.
Column: Think you hate racing? Long Beach’s Grand Prix is still a sight to behold
Whether you love or hate the Grand Prix, you should try to check it out at least once. Here's why.
La Verne beach parking lot to get new security gate, entry spikes to stop noisy, late-night activity
Residents say that nuisance activities in the public Belmont Shore parking lot have kept them up at night. New security features could block after-hours use.