Long Beach to President Biden: can we have our $25.8 million now?
At the height of the pandemic, Long Beach fronted millions of dollars worth of medical services and supplies, counting on being reimbursed later. In a letter to the president at the start of the year, officials said they’ve gotten less than half of what they paid.
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DeForest Park’s bathroom burned in June; it still hasn’t been replaced — to residents’ frustration
Without adequate facilities, neighbors say some parkgoers resort to finding a tree or a bush. The city says it’s still working on plans for a new restroom.
Santa Ana winds return today; Long Beach expects to see only mild gusts
Other parts of LA County are bracing for renewed fire danger. Long Beach will be mostly shielded from the winds.
Union plans to picket State of the City speech amid convention center wage dispute
Unite Here Local 11 members also voted to authorize a strike at the Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center.
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‘Law & Order’ legend Dick Wolf’s new show is all about Long Beach police
“On Call” follows two fictional Long Beach police officers. It was shot almost entirely in Long Beach and premieres Thursday on Prime Video.
