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Kate Raphael

Kate Raphael is a California Local News Fellow. She covers education for the Long Beach Post.

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As it looks to refill police ranks, Long Beach opens expanded training academy

by Kate Raphael January 10, 2026January 10, 2026

City officials said the new facility about doubles the number of recruits they can train at one time, something they hope will ameliorate a high officer-vacancy rate.

Posted inCrime

Long Beach Poly student wounded in shooting near campus, LBUSD says

by Kate Raphael January 8, 2026January 8, 2026
Posted inEducation

While living in his car, LBCC student launches campus club to support his homeless classmates

by Kate Raphael January 7, 2026January 6, 2026
Posted inEducation

As it tries to close a large budget gap, LBUSD urges students to attend class

by Kate Raphael January 6, 2026January 6, 2026
Posted inEducation

At CSULB, a retired judge pieces together the language once spoken by her ancestors

by Kate Raphael January 4, 2026January 5, 2026
Posted inNews

A Long Beach bicyclist rode every single day for nearly 18 years; at 79, he’s now pedaling again

by Kate Raphael January 1, 2026December 30, 2025
A sign displays the Long Beach Unified School District, where the main office is located in Long Beach.
Posted inEducation

Long Beach teachers ratify new contract after extended negotiations

by Kate Raphael December 19, 2025December 22, 2025
Posted inCrime

Police arrest men suspected of stealing plaques from MLK statue in Long Beach park

by Kate Raphael December 18, 2025December 18, 2025
Posted inEducation

LBUSD cuts mental health services at schools; insiders say the need is still dire

by Kate Raphael December 18, 2025December 18, 2025
Posted inEducation

Teachers say disabled students are at risk as LBUSD confronts ‘unsustainable’ costs of classroom aides

by Kate Raphael December 16, 2025December 16, 2025

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