Scratch This: Meet the dogs in the shelter’s play yards and the cats in the Catio

VIDEO: Take a romp through the pet rec centers at LBACS to meet adoptable cats and pups.

2 hurt in separate early-morning shootings, Long Beach police say

Both victims are expected to survive after being treated at local hospitals for their injuries, police said.

Man fatally shot in alleyway near Long Beach City College, police say

The shooting happened around 1:25 p.m. Wednesday in the 1800 block of Gardenia Avenue, according to authorities.

Think you're pretty sharp? Prove it at 'Pup Quiz' a trivia night hosted by the Watchdog

Watchdog journalists will test your knowledge at Altar Society on Thursday for a night of prizes and drinks that will benefit local media.

Long Beach Airport to host June 25 public meeting over small aircraft noise, pollution

Residents can ask questions of federal regulators, airport staff and representatives of businesses who operate at Long Beach Airport.

Clocked Out: Get your sea legs with this Queen Mary hack

How to get a drink on the Queen Mary without coughing up anywhere between $20 to $55 first.

Long Beach recognizes 100-year-old tree with ties to early city development

A California Pepper Tree at Stearns Champions Park could be one of the oldest trees in Long Beach.

Butter: A tasting and lesson in its delectable history

We churned through a six-course butter sampling co-hosted by Oh La Vache and Kitchen Lingo Books in Long Beach.

Psychoactive drugs are having a moment. The FDA will soon weigh in.

A host of medications based on MDMA, LSD, psychedelic mushrooms, ketamine and more are now under development.

Passenger in stolen vehicle shot in Downtown, police say

The wound is not considered life-threatening, authorities say.

4 ways vaccine skeptics mislead you on measles and more

Many parents have been influenced by a flood of misinformation spouted by politicians, podcast hosts, and influential figures on television and social media.

Critically Speaking: Closing the door in closed session

Quietly settling a legal battle over Community Hospital.

Long Beach ranks 61st among large city park systems, report says

The Trust for Public Land ranked the top 100 biggest cities in the U.S. based on park accessibility, investment and how much land each city dedicates to park space.

What's good in the LBC: Barbecue fest, an art exhibit opening, a party on the Queen Mary and more

From the opening of a new Keith Haring exhibit to a grand opening for an ice cream shop, here's what's going on this Memorial Day weekend.

MemorialCare medical workers in Long Beach stave off reduced hours

It is unclear if hospital leadership is still considering furloughs and layoffs amid contract negotiations.

Scratch This: Meet the Muttley life coaches who help humans with their barking bowsers

Explore behavioral tips for your dog, a list of adoptable pups and weekend events.