Fearing layoffs, teachers urge LBUSD to cut administrative costs, not from the classroom
The school district is facing a massive deficit. At a large rally, teachers, the mayor and several school board members said educational jobs should be preserved.
CHP investigates deadly motorcycle crash on 91 Freeway near San Gabriel River
The carpool and far left lane were closed for the emergency response and investigation, backing up traffic to the 710 Freeway.
Alert Long Beach emergency notification system taken offline after data breach
There appears to have been “a targeted attack by an organized cybercriminal group,” according to the city contractor that operates it.
Crucial court hearing begins in Long Beach boat crash that killed 1, injured 7
Witnesses described the “happy hour” sunset cruise that ended when the vessel slammed into the Alamitos Bay Jetty. Attorneys today sparred over a pivotal question: Who was driving?
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‘We may be deporting the wrong people’: New poll shows doubts about immigration crackdown
A new poll shared exclusively with CalMatters adds to a slate of recent surveys suggesting Californians’ support is waning for Trump’s harshest immigration enforcement policies.
Long Beach must claim a larger share of sports market, mayor says
Long Beach is home to new professional teams and has a long history of athletic success at the high school and collegiate levels. Soon, it will have worldwide attention as…
Port of LA to evict long-running Cabrillo Beach Scout camp for Olympic sailing facility
Scout troops and Cub Scout packs have regularly used the grounds for nearly 80 years. They’re being kicked out at the end of the month so it can become a…
New crime dashboard gives better access to Long Beach police crime stats
Previously, the LBPD posted PDFs on its website with the latest numbers. A new data dashboard will be continually updated and sortable to help people narrow in on what they…
LBUSD to close Hoover Middle School, use building for dual immersion program
Long Beach Unified informed teachers and parents of the plan on Thursday.
Metro advances water taxi plan for 2028 Olympic Games
A report found that local funds likely would be needed to cover the bulk of the costs of a short-term water taxi service but suggested grant funding might be available…
Prosecutor won’t charge anti-ICE protestors for allegedly making excessive noise outside hotel
Two women attending a Long Beach “No Sleep for ICE” protest were arrested in June. The city prosecutor said this week he won’t press charges.