Business Archives • the Hi-lo

Long Beach plant store owners say tariffs, slower sales may force them to close

by Jacob Sisneros September 8, 2025September 8, 2025

The couple behind Plantiitas on Retro Row says shipping costs for pottery have soared, and few people are buying.

Long Beach ranked among the top U.S. cities for boutique shopping

by Jacob Sisneros December 6, 2024December 6, 2024

New shops open at 2nd & PCH, including Vuori Clothing

by Staff Reports April 8, 2024April 8, 2024

New Downtown escape room to celebrate its grand opening this afternoon

by Brandon Richardson January 12, 2024

Open Sesame gets permanent parklet approval; decision on The Win~Dow outdoor dining postponed

by Jason Ruiz August 14, 2023

Business, Small Business

Long Beach’s only roller rink may be forced to relocate or close

by Tess Kazenoff July 31, 2023July 31, 2023

A woman in a blue shirt and white pants smiles with one hand on her hip. A table with items, a shelf behind her with bottles, and a clothing rack are visible.

Business, Small Business

Long Beach’s newest space for all things wellness aims to make sustainable lifestyles accessible

by Tess Kazenoff July 21, 2023

Long Beach local to open Juice It Up! on the east side of town

by Brandon Richardson July 20, 2023July 19, 2023

A brick building, partially occupied by a wine bar, is under construction.

Mangette is set to be Zaferia’s newest cafe

by Kat Schuster June 10, 2023June 10, 2023

A woman pours aioli sauce onto a Sweetfin poke bowl.

Poke pioneer Sweetfin to open brick-and-mortar in Belmont Shore

by Kat Schuster May 28, 2023May 25, 2023