The number of homes being built skyrocketed in recent years. Economic forces may soon dampen that.
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Republicans ask federal court to overturn California’s new Prop. 50 maps
Republicans and the Trump administration are hoping a panel of federal judges in Los Angeles will halt the new Prop. 50 maps from taking effect. But given the Supreme Court’s recent ruling greenlighting Texas’s redrawn maps, their odds are long.
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Teachers say disabled students are at risk as LBUSD confronts ‘unsustainable’ costs of classroom aides
Parents and teachers have raised alarms at recent school board meetings, saying they’re struggling to keep students safe with limited resources.
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Olympics fans, mark your calendars. Registration for the 2028 ticket draw opens next month
Registration for tickets to the 2028 Olympic Games will open on Jan. 14, LA28 organizing committee officials announced Monday.
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Parents of notorious Border Patrol agent blame public backlash for his overdose death
It’s the first time they’ve spoken out since their son’s controversial arrest of a U.S. citizen and his drunken confrontation with police drew intense scrutiny.
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With the threat of layoffs looming, teachers union strikes tentative contract deal with Long Beach Unified
If the deal holds, no educators will see pay raises, as the district stares down a $70 million deficit.
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Driver flees from police at high speed through downtown Long Beach, into San Pedro
Police were unable to scramble a helicopter overhead, and ground units called off the chase near Anaheim Street and the 110 Freeway.
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July 4, 2026 — An opportunity to balance celebration with safety
Fireworks are a cherished part of American tradition, but illegal aerial fireworks have become a growing source of disruption and concern. These explosive devices — which fly into the air, detonate loudly and can cause real fear for families, seniors, pets and veterans — are illegal statewide. Yet they continue to appear in neighborhoods every […]
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Give yourself the gift of education: Take college courses at CSULB without applying
Coming up with gift ideas can be tricky during the holiday season, but it shouldn’t be difficult to decide when it’s time to invest in yourself. Instead of spending on trendy gadgets or another ugly sweater, why not enjoy a high-quality experience that delivers lasting value? It may sound cliché, but education is truly the […]
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Will California OK lower utility company profits? How a pending vote could affect your electric bill
State regulators are poised to vote on how much profit utility companies can make, a decision with big implications for Californians’ bills and the aging power grid.