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…
Give yourself the gift of education: Take college courses at CSULB without applying
Coming up with gift ideas can be tricky during the…
Santa’s Workshop delivers holiday magic to hospitalized children at Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital
On Friday, Dec. 5, Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital magically…
Giant human ribbon and survivor’s story at MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center’s “Hope Lives Here” event underscore rising breast cancer diagnoses in young adults
Every October, a sea of pink fills the lawn at the MemorialCare Todd Cancer Institute at Long Beach Medical Center as more than 100 people form a giant human ribbon—symbolizing…
City of Hope Orange County: World-renowned surgical oncology, closer to home
City of Hope, one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the United States, is opening Orange County’s only cancer specialty hospital on its academic…
Long Beach Cancer League raises $225,000 at annual gala to benefit Long Beach Medical Center and Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital
The Long Beach Cancer League—a nonprofit organization dedicated to raising funds for cancer awareness, research, and psychosocial services—successfully raised more than $225,000 at its annual gala, this year with the…
Essay help: Academic support every student can rely on
Academic pressure and overlapping deadlines define much of student life, creating stress that can affect both performance and well-being. Many learners discover that balancing multiple assignments, exams, and personal responsibilities…
City of Hope Orange County’s cancer hospital: Built to save lives
When Jeff Fitzhugh toured City of Hope’s new cancer specialty hospital opening later this year in Irvine, he didn’t expect to become emotional. But for Fitzhugh, a City of Hope…
