Thousands pack Alamitos Beach for NFL kickoff party, J Balvin concert
Even the heat couldn’t keep fans from packing in to see the artist dubbed the “Prince of Reggaeton.” He performed as part of the kickoff event for the NFL’s 2022 season.
Long Beach nonprofit art exhibit, Compound, closes after one year
The 15,000-square-foot space in the Zaferia District, which acted as a hybrid art gallery, holistic healing center, retail space and restaurant during its time, opened in July last year with the goal of creating an inclusive place where community members could heal, grow and feel a sense of belonging.
Kurtis Colamonico, former pro skater and founder of Long Beach nonprofit, dies at 38
Kurtis Colamonico, a former professional skateboarder known for influencing a new generation of skaters in Long Beach through his business Skate Kids, died Sunday, his family announced. The cause of his death was not immediately revealed.