What you can and can’t do in Long Beach this weekend
Long Beach and other parts of the state are closing down portions of the economy again with coronavirus cases soaring and the July 4 holiday on the horizon.
Mayor announces new initiatives for youth summer jobs, business support
The youth ambassador program will empower young people to train and educate each other about wellness and healthier living, particularly in denser areas of the city that seen higher rates of coronavirus.
How we reported the story: Landmark data release sheds new light on LBPD stops
The Post newsroom staff has worked hundreds of hours interpreting the data, validating information with mathematicians and statisticians, interviewing elected leaders and policing experts, and confirming information with the LBPD.
Mayor proposes initiative to improve health in Black community
Garcia also proposed spending $1 million to help community groups across the city who are assisting residents with economic, health and other needs.
Man dies after shooting near Downtown, police say
The motive for the shooting is unknown, however police said the shooting is being investigated as gang-related.
LBCC’s maritime program now open for registration
The classes cover the global logistics and supply chain industries; these classes generally require more education than a high school diploma, but less than a college degree.
Expect louder noise at Long Beach Airport: F/A-18’s to conduct training this weekend
The aircraft are expected to conduct training on Saturday and Sunday before their departure, according to Councilman Daryl Supernaw’s office.
Police investigate 2 shootings in West Long Beach
One victim is in critical condition.
Fitness event raises money for police officer killed in traffic collision and firefighters hurt in LA blaze
The fundraiser was in honor of Long Beach Fire Dept. Captain David Rosa, who was fatally shot on June 25, 2018, after responding to a call of a fire at a Downtown senior living complex.
Former dockworker, ILWU executive appointed to Harbor Commission
Bobby Olvera Jr., a fifth-generation dock worker and executive for the International Longshore and Warehouse Union, will fill the remaining term of Lou Anne Bynum, who resigned in March after being appointed interim superintendent-president of Long Beach City College.