Authorities said the man led a particularly violent group of robbers that hit stores in the Antelope Valley.
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California voters will decide an anti-crime measure in November. Democrats say this one is better
Gov. Newsom and legislative leaders put forward a ballot measure to compete with one that would roll back Proposition 47 and increase penalties for theft and drug trafficking. The Democrats’ proposal calls for a new felony for drug dealers who cut fentanyl into other drugs and for increased penalties for repeat thieves.
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Court reverses murder conviction in death of store employee who chased shoplifter
The store employee chased down the defendant and clung to the hood of his car before being thrown into the roadway, resulting in his death.
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He used to run a nightclub. Now he’s pushing for new laws to fight drink spiking
Assemblymember Josh Lowenthal, who owns restaurants that serve drinks, has introduced several bills adding requirements for bar owners and drink servers to do more to prevent drink spiking.
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Q&A: With Ford coming to Long Beach, can Mayor Rex Richardson keep the momentum going?
Mayor Richardson sat down for a Q&A with the Business Journal and outlined his economic vision for the city.
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Team Spirit Long Beach Cancer 5K celebrates 25th anniversary supporting cancer patients and their families
For more than two decades, MemorialCare Todd Cancer Institute and the surrounding community have raised more than $1 million to support cancer patients and their families. The annual Team Spirit Long Beach Cancer 5K is celebrating its 25th anniversary on Saturday, Oct. 26 by taking over the coast of Long Beach and building on the […]
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With fresh authority from the Supreme Court, will Long Beach crack down on homeless encampments?
Long Beach leaders praised the ruling that lets cities punish people for sleeping outside, but they plan to stick with a strategy that prioritizes services and housing.
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LA County sees small decrease in homelessness, annual count shows
The county numbers show a rise in the number of homeless individuals who are receiving shelter, and a decrease in the number of unsheltered homeless. The figures do not include Long Beach, which conducts its own count.
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Controversial measure overturning oil well restrictions won’t be on California ballot
The oil industry’s decision will mean that state rules protecting homes and schools near oil and gas wells will go into effect. The companies instead will fight them in court.
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Supreme Court gives cities in California and beyond more power to crack down on homeless camps
Cities no longer are prohibited from punishing homeless people for camping if they have nowhere else to go.