After a federal financial aid glitch, students will have more time to apply for state aid.
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Another atmospheric river expected to drop heavy rain on Easter weekend
The National Weather Service called the brewing storm “an efficient rain producer” that could bring heavy downpours to Long Beach.
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Elementary school evacuated because of apparent ‘swatting’ hoax, Long Beach police say
The threat interrupted a morning awards assembly at Collins Elementary School, according to a statement posted on the school’s Facebook page.
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California jails are holding thousands fewer people, but far more are dying in them
Gov. Gavin Newsom pledged to address a rise in jail deaths early in his administration. Since then, fentanyl overdoses and suicides have death rates at historic highs.
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Q&A: Long Beach Memorial CEO talks the future for the city’s biggest hospital
Health care is changing. Hospital CEO Blair Kent, says he must have an eye on the the next 50 years to preserve Long Beach Memorial’s legacy.
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A terrible day and hope for the future: A message from our CEO
Our full-time staff is smaller, but our mission remains the same — and is more urgent than ever.
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Man shot to death in Long Beach’s Willmore neighborhood; suspects arrested
Officers quickly detained two men after the shooting near Seventh Street and Magnolia Avenue.
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California is clearing criminal records — including violent crimes — to offer second chances
California has one of the nation’s broadest laws to clear criminal records, and it’s about to expand even more. Supporters say expungements give a fresh start to people who have done their time.
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Needle pain is a big problem for kids. One California doctor has a plan.
The distress of needle pain can follow children as they grow and interfere with important preventive care. It is estimated that a quarter of all adults have a fear of needles that began in childhood.
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Gavin Newsom calls for a ceasefire in Gaza
After months of pressure and rising civilian casualties, California’s governor joins the calls for a ceasefire in Gaza.