Thieves used a chain attached to an SUV to yank ATMs out of gas stations, LBPD says
In one case, the chain hit a bystander as they fled, seriously injuring her, according to the department.
Trump administration appeals ruling that he illegally deployed troops to LA, Long Beach
A White House spokesperson said Los Angeles was “overrun by deranged leftist lunatics sowing mass chaos,” a characterization the judge overseeing the case had said was far from the truth.
Officers rescue 15-year-old girl from human trafficking, Long Beach police say
The city has recently sought to crack down on a growing problem of human trafficking and prostitution in North Long Beach.
A fight over dredging on the Long Beach coastline spawns multi-million dollar lawsuit
A major tenant on a premier piece of coastline withheld fees, alleging the city reneged on its responsibilities to dredge. Long Beach is suing to recoup the money it says it’s owed.
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Trump broke the law by sending National Guard to LA, federal judge rules
A 19th Century law called the Posse Comitatus Act defines what the military can do on U.S. soil. President Trump broke that law by sending the National Guard to L.A.,…
Staring down budget cuts, Long Beach says California is taking too large a cut of its oil revenue
For decades, the state has pocketed its portion at five times the city’s rate. Long Beach officials say that’s unfair, but they’re now in a race against the clock.
Scooter rider killed in late-night crash outside Recreation Park, Long Beach police say
The crash happened around 3:19 a.m. where Seventh Street passes by the park, police said.
SWAT officers arrest man who barricaded himself in house after brandishing gun, LBPD says
Police said they negotiated with the man for an hour and a half until he agreed to come out.
Classic cars will still need a smog test in California after lawmakers reject Jay Leno bill
California’s Assembly Appropriations Committee killed “Leno’s Law” that aimed to give classic car owners like him a pass from smog requirements.
Motorcyclist killed in crash with suspected DUI driver, Long Beach police say
Police said the driver was in a 2006 Toyota Sequoia headed east on 11th Street when he collided with a motorcyclist headed south on Redondo Avenue around 9 p.m.
Driver accused of killing 15-year-old sitting at bus bench charged with vehicular manslaughter
He could face up to 6 years in prison if convicted, prosecutors said.