Gavin Newsom’s redistricting plan is on its way to voters. What you need to know
Many California Democrats are reluctant to give up the state’s independently drawn congressional districts, but they say it’s a necessary step to counter gerrymanders in Republican states.
LBFD douses second-alarm blaze at townhome in large gated community
The fire did extensive damage to the townhome, starting on the first floor and then extending to the second.
Jury awards $5 million to man hit by 200-pound falling tree branch in Long Beach park
The plaintiff’s case relied on a city audit that warned of many dead, decaying and dangerous trees across Long Beach.
Gavin Newsom wants an election in a hurry on his gerrymander. Here’s what has to happen
California counties are scrambling to prepare for Gov. Gavin Newsom’s special election on redrawing congressional districts for the 2026 midterm. The effort will cost tens of millions of dollars.
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5 things to know about Gavin Newsom’s plan to redraw California’s election maps
California has an overwhelmingly Democratic delegation in Congress. Gov. Newsom’s plan could give his party five more seats and offset a Texas gerrymander.
Find out if your vote could be affected by Newsom’s redistricting plans
The governor’s plan would include redrawing the 47th Congressional District in coastal Orange County to include large parts of Long Beach.
Coastal Commission OKs Long Beach Yacht Club’s plan to double the size of its facility
Environmentalists lambasted the exclusive club’s expansion along a public coastline, but commissioners praised yachters for agreeing to all the conditions they imposed.
Man gets 7 years in prison for unprovoked screwdriver attacks in Belmont Shore
The spree ended when police shot and wounded him as he tried to force his way into a home near Second Street.
Long Beach man rescued after spending 2 days trapped behind waterfall
He was rappelling down when he got stuck on the cliff face in Sequoia National Forest.
A new type of rental e-bike is popping up around Long Beach
There are already about 2,000 rental e-scooters across the city. Now, the company Lime is adding around 100 redesigned electric bikes as the city further embraces the option.
Covered California health insurance will cost more in 2026. Here’s what’s behind the double-digit increase
Federal subsidies, set to expire at year’s end, will tighten an already-expected pinch on millions of consumers.
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