Long Beach Post faces federal investigation into retaliation amid union vote

Before unionizing, workers tried to warn the nonprofit’s board of directors of several workplace violations, but their concerns were ignored.

WATCHDOG TODAY: Solar-powered 'Trees in the Bay', delays at LGB and a battle brewing on the beach path

The headlines you might have missed in LB Watchdog today.

Solar-powered Christmas? Energy-efficient holiday trees coming to Colorado Lagoon

This year, Long Beach will have nine solar-powered holiday trees floating on the Colorado Lagoon, according to a city official.

Expect delays at Long Beach Airport as two lanes of traffic will close through June

Two lanes of traffic, where travelers are typically dropped off or picked up by vehicles, will be closed through the end of June, the airport said Thursday.

Critically Speaking: A Bird’s eye view

A battle is brewing on the beach bike path.

Camerata Singers, community rally to save Open Gallery with free concert, events

The benefit concert this Friday is the latest effort to help rebuild the family-run art gallery, which was destroyed after two cars crashed through it on Feb. 24.

What’s good in the LBC: Art Walk, Formula DRIFT and a Day Float

There’s rarely any shortage of things to do in Long Beach. Here are eight events to consider this weekend.

WATCHDOG TODAY: LB's cannabis tax break, E-scooters on the beach path, a styrofoam ban and more headlines

From a gardener arrested on suspicion of sexually battering three women he worked for to a weekday stroll through El Dorado Nature Center, here are today's headlines.

The Port of Long Beach could name its educational center after former Congressman Alan Lowenthal

A committee will decide whether a $19 million center inside the port headquarters Downtown will be named after Lowenthal, who advocated for ports and environmental policy.

Police arrest gardener they say committed sexual battery against several clients in Long Beach

Norwalk resident Meliton Santoyo Jaramillo, 38, is accused of committing at least three sexual batteries since August 2023, and police say there may be more victims.

Long Beach to begin enforcing its ban on styrofoam products in June

The city's law was adopted in 2018, but city officials say enforcement of the ban was delayed as the city dealt with the COVID-19 pandemic and a citywide staffing shortage.

E-scooters on the beach bike path? Long Beach is looking into that

The Long Beach City Council requested a feasibility study to determine if e-scooters could safely operate on the beach bike path, where scooters are currently banned.

Long Beach cannabis tax cuts approved, operators question if it will be enough

A new pilot program will implement a 1% cut for cannabis cultivators and retailers in Long Beach with an opportunity to qualify for an additional 3% cut.

Clocked Out: Beating the 'weekday scaries' with nature and snacks

Turtle-watching, EBT card picnics, barefoot hiking and more 'funemployed' activities from the Long Beach Post’s former editor.

Draft of 'City Core' Central Long Beach rezoning plan to be discussed at community meeting Thursday

The new zoning could determine the types of homes and businesses that would eventually be developed in the area.

Dear Long Beach, I’m hungry and I miss you

A love letter to Long Beach and its tight-knit food community from the Long Beach Post's former food and dining reporter.