Accused accomplice in Palm Springs fertility clinic bombing dies in federal custody
He allegedly supplied chemicals used in the May 17 attack that authorities say was carried out by the deceased “anti-life” bomber, Guy Edward Bartkus.
Pedestrian killed in traffic collision on Ocean Boulevard, authorities say
The victim was in a crosswalk when he was struck by a car — and then struck by two more after the initial collision, police said.
Grocery workers threaten to strike if contract deal isn’t reached soon
Ralphs, Albertsons, Vons and Pavilions could all see work stoppages by the end of June, according to workers who rallied in Long Beach on Friday.
Long Beach tests new rules to allow public drinking in downtown
“It doesn’t mean a 24/7 open-container policy; it’s more than likely going to be tailored to when a special event occurs,” according to one official helping craft the plan.
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City Council OKs construction contract for grandstands at Queen Mary-adjacent amphitheater
Initially projected to open by the fall, the shoreline amphitheater now has a tentative opening date of April 2026.
Spectrum says its lines were cut in a ‘criminal act of vandalism’ that caused large internet outage
Service was expected to be restored by 3 p.m., according to an update sent by Spectrum.
Trump administration cuts LGBTQ+ support from youth suicide hotline
Currently, those who call 988 and press 3 are connected with counselors who are specifically trained to assist LGBTQ+ youth. But, now, funding for that option will end.
Truck driver run over by his own semi when it’s rear-ended, Long Beach police say
The driver was killed in the accident on Pier T Avenue, police said.
Long Beach City Council votes to mandate more staffing at self-checkout lanes
The city will soon require grocery and drug stores to staff a minimum number of employees at self-checkout counters. They say the move will deter theft.
Community college adjunct professors optimistic as two lawsuits over pay progress
Roughly 1,200 adjuncts who brought a class-action lawsuit against LBCC in 2022 are preparing for mediation to resolve claims of lost pay.
Long Beach man dragged 84-year-old to alley as he tried to sexually assault her, Santa Monica police say
He was arrested on suspicion of kidnapping and assault with intent to commit rape.