It’s the longest-running race of its kind, with world-class skippers and crews competing for the prized crimson blazer.
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George’s Greek Cafe evicted from longtime Pine Avenue storefront
The family that founded the iconic local restaurant chain sold the Downtown location in 2023, and the new owner racked up tens of thousands in debt, court records show.
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How the state sent Californians’ personal health data to LinkedIn
The state’s health insurance exchange transmitted pregnancy and domestic abuse data during a marketing campaign. It is reviewing its website practices.
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Long Beach man arrested on suspicion of defrauding FEMA for Eaton Fire relief money
He was able to get $28,286 in disaster relief before officials discovered he hadn’t actually rented a property in Altadena that was destroyed, authorities allege.
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Long Beach tears down Old English Village at the Queen Mary, saying it will pave way for the future
The decaying tourist attraction will be replaced by parking and event space as the city prepares for an entertainment-focused vision along its shoreline.
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Tens of thousands of LA County workers set to strike, affecting libraries, trash pickup and more
The union says it will be the first strike of its kind in LA County. The walkout is expected to last 48 hours.
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How Gavin Newsom is balancing the fight against Trump with Los Angeles fire relief
Gov. Gavin Newsom reset his relationship with President Donald Trump after the Los Angeles fires, but he has yet to secure the disaster aid he wants. Now new political pressures are pushing California’s governor back into confrontation with Trump.
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Long Beach Pride is back on May 17 and 18. Here’s what to expect
The parade and festival draw tens of thousands of people annually. “It’s going to be a very musical, very dance-worthy, happy, party time,” Pride’s interim president said.
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Some new, more-secure trash cans will soon be installed in Downtown Long Beach
Eight new bins — designed so that people can’t easily pick through them or pull out trash — are being installed in the next few weeks.
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California railroads: Unions push to shorten trains, but companies warn of higher costs
Unions are pushing for shorter freight trains to make railways safer, but that could raise the cost of goods and delay passenger rail service. It also may not be legal.