How a Poly High School student won a first-of-its-kind environmental award
Action for Nature recognized young people around the world for their inspiring actions to protect the environment.
VIP Records owner launches ‘Where’s the Whistler’ campaign to give the legendary sign a home
VIP Records launched the careers of Snoop, Warren G and Nate Dogg, but the shop has moved, and its iconic sign has been in storage for years. What’s the plan to get it back in public? Kelvin Anderson explains.
Amid a post-COVID spike in domestic violence, the WomenShelter of Long Beach is providing resources for victims
On today’s episode of “The Word” podcast, Liliana Lopez, the director of programs at the WomenShelter of Long Beach, is going to answer some common questions about domestic violence and provide resources for those who need assistance.
Ronnie Maynard is finding his way out of homelessness at 65
Ronnie Maynard was living on the riverbed in Long Beach, but with the help of a new mentor, he’s found purpose.
After yet another break-in Fluffy’s Sno-Balls owner says his optimism is waning
Owners of the New Orleans-style shaved ice shop had been staying resilient through a string of crimes. The latest one has been especially frustrating.
The Greater Long Beach Black Democratic Club wants to strengthen the Black vote
How can the Black community hold politicians accountable? Jackie Rae puts that question to Nigel Lifsey, the new president of the Greater Long Beach Black Democratic Club.
Meet Post 21, the first Black-owned business at Disneyland
Post 21’s name is a reminder of the Tulsa race massacre on May 31, 1921, that destroyed Black Wall Street.
Even in the face of repeated vandalism, Fluffy’s Sno-Balls is giving back to Long Beach
On this week’s episode of “The Word” podcast, Fluffy’s Sno-Balls owners discuss the impacts of the vandalism and why they don’t want the repeated attacks to drive them out of Long Beach.
Those in need can get free dental work this Saturday, Aug. 13 in Long Beach
The California Dental Association Foundation is hosting a free, appointment-only dental clinic Saturday, Aug. 13 at Children’s Dental Health Clinic in Long Beach.
Life after incarceration is difficult; Chelsie Nicholson is trying to make it easier
“The general public doesn’t understand how dehumanizing the system is and how traumatizing it is,” says Chelsie Nicholson co-chair of the Community Action Partners Alliance of Long Beach and the city’s new interim reentry coordinator.