The situation started with a call about gunfire on Ocean Boulevard.
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City to seek new developer of blighted corridor in North Long Beach
A long-planned remake of the corridor is no longer happening. Long Beach now has to offer the land up to affordable housing developers before pursuing other buyers.
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A California senior lost $700K to scammers. Now she’s asking the state to slow bank transfers
A California bill would temporarily halt large transactions if a financial institution suspects elder fraud. Will the bill prevent seniors from accessing their bank accounts for legitimate expenses?
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Where to watch July 4th fireworks in and around Long Beach this year
Yes, it’s gotten harder to find a good fireworks show with Big Bang on the Bay canceled, but there are still some nearby options.
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Shooter misses victim, gets arrested after officers see him ditching revolver, police say
Police seized the firearm and arrested the suspected shooter, who is barred from owning guns, according to the LBPD.
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Things to do in Long Beach this weekend — including a citywide art festival and Disney Pride concert
Long Beach Walls is back with its citywide celebration of beauty. You could also check out all-star sumo wrestling or a Disney concert celebrating LGBTQ+ Pride.
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Music instructor arrested on suspicion of exposing himself to a girl and two women
There’s been a warrant out for his arrest for nearly two years, records show. Police have asked any other potential victims to come forward.
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Long Beach decides to allow e-scooters on the beach bike path
The decision goes into effect soon, but first, the city must devise regulations mostly related to safety, which could take up to three months.
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Long Beach will fly the Disability Pride flag during the month of July
“Symbolism and representation matters,” said Councilmember Mary Zendejas, who made the motion to fly the flag.
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Sales tax increase to fund homeless services qualifies for November ballot
If passed, the initiative would repeal the quarter-cent sales tax created by Measure H and replace it with a half-cent sales tax dedicated to homeless prevention.