Crime + Public Safety

Authorities ask for help in cold case of Long Beach woman found dead in 1988

Jacqueline Danette Ebel, 25, was reported missing out of Long Beach in 1988 and was later found dead in the city of Perris, according to the Riverside County District Attorney’s office.

City Council

Long Beach could back statewide ballot measure that amends controversial Prop. 47

Proposition 36 would amend some parts of Proposition 47, which classified drug possession and thefts under $950 as misdemeanors.

Amphitheater

City seeks operator for future outdoor amphitheater near the Queen Mary

During a closed session last month, city officials met with agencies such as Live Nation and Goldenvoice to discuss the future venue.

Things to do

What's Good in the LBC: Jazzy summer nights, movies on the beach and more

A jazz festival and a jazz concert are on the books for this week, plus a neighborhood market and Moonlight Movies on the Beach returns.

police shooting

Deputies fatally shoot man they say charged at them with scissors in Paramount

The incident occurred after a domestic dispute Sunday night, according to Lakewood Sheriffs.

fatal shooting

Teen fatally shot in front of uncle in North Long Beach, police say

Police say a 16-year-old boy was being chased by a group of people in the 3300 block of 67th Street Sunday afternoon when someone shot him.

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LBCC

Long Beach wants to hand tiny homes project over to Long Beach City College

After the city struck out with two potential sites to build homes for unhoused people, officials are hoping to collaborate with the college to put the housing on campus for students in need.

Crime + Public Safety

Speeding driver causes deadly crash along Cherry Avenue, Long Beach police say

Police say the driver, identified as 34-year-old Guillermo Penaloza of Long Beach, was speeding when he collided with a car at the intersection of Cherry Avenue and 14th Street.

Crime + Public Safety

Lakewood deputies use Taser, shoot man they say charged at them with knives

The man allegedly told deputies to shoot him as he charged at them with a knife in each hand, according to the LASD.

Planning Commission

Long Beach Planning Commission approves rezoning in city core; Council vote is next

The first comprehensive rezoning of Central Long Beach in decades would allow more homes to be built and ban new auto shops, motels, liquor stores and other such uses.

Crime + Public Safety

Man stabbed to death during fight inside his Long Beach home, police say

Police say the suspect, identified as 21-year-old Long Beach resident Jonathan Sandoval, fatally stabbed one man and used brass knuckles to strike another.

2024 presidential race

Harris’ California health care battles signal fights ahead for hospitals if she wins

For decades, the health industry has undergone consolidation, driving up prices for patients, despite government efforts to maintain competition.

Critically Speaking

Critically Speaking: It’s measuring up to be a big election

Taxes, charter amendments and an expanded board of supervisors.

Scratch This

Scratch This: Dog days of summer can be blazes for any pet

How to keep your furry friends cool this summer. Plus, meet these adoptable pets.

Crime + Public Safety

Long Beach man pleads guilty to role in Beverly Hills smash-and-grab robbery, feds say

Authorities say Jimmy Lee Vernon III took part in the robbery of Luxury Jewels of Beverly Hills on March 23, 2022