Sledgehammer-wielding man who scaled school fence was beaten by 2 men shortly before his death, police say
Police now say that 49-year-old John Thompson of Long Beach died at McKinley Elementary School shortly after two men punched and kicked him in an effort to disarm and detain him before officers arrived.
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Trial begins for ex-LBPD officers accused of lying in their police reports
Dedier Reyes, 40, and David Salcedo, 30, are accused of lying about the circumstances surrounding the recovery of a handgun in an effort to justify the arrest of two gang members.
Things to do in Long Beach this weekend including… cultural festivals and a beach party
Plus, a pop-up kitten playtime, an outdoor dance class and a screening of “Paper Moon” on 16mm.
U.S. to resume mailing out free COVID tests. How to get yours
Households can get up to four tests and may begin placing orders online starting Sept. 25.
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MasterChef alum teams up with Downtown boutique MASAYA for pop-up, five-course dinner
The event, with MasterChef season 13 contestant Richie Jones-Muhammad, will showcase the shop’s newest fall styles, include live music and a five-course tasting menu on Sept. 22.
