Newsom signs laws to resist Trump’s immigration crackdown, including ban on masks for ICE agents
Gov. Newsom signed laws meant to protect immigrants during President Trump’s extensive deportation program. Some of the measures raise constitutional questions and likely will be challenged.
Environmentalists sue Long Beach to block warehouse project along LA River
The plan is to build a three-story self-storage warehouse, RV parking and car wash facility at 3701 Pacific Place. But it’s met stiff opposition from groups who say it should be parkland.
These high-tech toilets tracked each flush; Long Beach decided they’re worth paying for
After months of testing, the city has decided to keep renting several time-limited restrooms that proved popular. The one at Belmont Pier was the second busiest in the nation.
Long Beach launches early childhood mental health program
The city of Long Beach is launching a series of trainings aimed at families and childcare providers to support the mental health of young children.
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Thief steals Camry with 2 dogs inside before ditching car in Long Beach
The car’s owner said she feared that Darla — her “feisty” dachshund — would bite the car thief and put herself in harm’s way. But both animals came away unscathed.
Jenni Rivera to be inducted into Long Beach City College Hall of Fame
Disability rights activist Jennifer Kumiyama and attorney Norm Rasmussen will be honored alongside the legendary singer.
7 workers taken from Long Beach carwash during weekend immigration raid, manager says
“ICE has NO PLACE in our city,” the mayor wrote in response.
Ethikli, a zero-waste vegan market, says it needs help soon or it’ll shut down
The Long Beach shop’s manager says they’ve been battered by rising costs — including tariffs — and declining foot traffic downtown.
California Legislature overrides local zoning to boost transit-oriented development
The bill, among the most controversial housing proposals in recent memory, overcame opposition from local governments, organized labor unions and many legislative Democrats.
Woman killed while crossing the street in North Long Beach; driver arrested, police say
“The vehicle fled the scene; however, the driver returned approximately 40 minutes later,” police said in a statement.
California passes ICE mask ban in closing days of legislative session
In response to L.A. immigration sweeps, the Legislature passed measures meant to force law enforcement officers to be identifiable.