Do you have New Year’s Eve plans yet? We’ve got suggestions for that too.
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Long Beach to open winter shelter on Jan. 1
Beginning Jan. 1, occupancy at the city’s shelter at 702 W. Anaheim St. will rise from 85 to 125 people. The expanded capacity will be in place through the end of March.
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Our best photos of 2024: Clowns, cocktails, family and joy
Between the politics and government decisions this year, there was also family, compassion and joy. Take a look at some of the photos from the last 12 months that captured these moments.
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Bird flu detected in Northwest Naturals raw cat food, health officials warn
Residents should dispose of certain Northwest Naturals cat food products after the discovery of the H5 bird flu virus in samples, which could cause sickness or death in cats.
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The year in video: A master ceramicist, and lots of good food
From hauntings to fantastic food and art, these videos captured the sadness and joy of Long Beach in 2024.
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Rain expected in Long Beach on Christmas Eve
It’s going to be a drizzly Christmas Eve, but it’s expected to clear up before Christmas Day.
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Workers say they were told to bury, hide cancer-causing asbestos at Colorado Lagoon project
Two heavy equipment operators have sued, saying they were ignored and then fired when they complained.
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Workers at Amazon, Starbucks strike days before holidays
Starbucks workers are expected to expand a nationwide strike, while workers at four Amazon warehouses in Southern California are on strike over claims the company won’t recognize their union and negotiate fair contracts.
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‘They deserve to be remembered’: Residents gather to honor homeless who died this year
The annual ceremony organized by the Long Beach Homeless Coalition is a somber reminder ahead of the joy of the holidays that many people have no home, or family and friends.
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Fire crews douse burning vehicle on beach bike path
Images posted online show a vehicle fully engulfed in intense flames and the burned-out husk of what appears to be a van.