From a ticketed BBQ-style buffet in Downtown to a $40 open bar in Belmont Shore and open seating at several other bars, there are plenty of ways to watch the game this year.
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Long Beach reaches tentative labor deal with trash collector union
The tentative deal between the union representing the city’s refuse workers and the city would provide a range of wage and equity boosts, along with various lump-sum payments.
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Looking to learn something new? Long Beach is offering hundreds of classes this spring
From math development for children to karate for adults, the Long Beach Department of Parks, Recreation and Marine is offering spring classes for a range of price points.
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Californians don’t have to pass a background check every time they buy bullets, federal judge rules
The judge said California’s law violates the Second Amendment to the U.S. Constitution because if people can’t buy bullets for their guns, they can’t use their guns for self-defense.
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Column: California may legalize drinking in public. Long Beach should take full advantage
Want to revitalize nightlife? Kick cars out of places like Pine Avenue and Second Street and let people walk around while enjoying a drink.
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Things to do in Long Beach this weekend including… a comedic drag ballet and a Black History Month kick-off celebration
From a funky dance party to a sound bath meditation and reiki session, there’s plenty of activities planned for this weekend to escape the rain.
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Meet District 2 City Council candidate Ketty Citterio
On this episode of “The Word with Jackie Rae” podcast, Citterio explains how the city’s lacking response to the community’s needs prompted her to run for Long Beach City Council District 2.
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Former UFC fighter seeks to meld Turkish delights with American fare at his new Downtown cafe
Alptekin Özkılıç’s Coffee Station in Downtown offers all of the usual classic coffee drinks, but customers can also enjoy baklava, Turkish coffee and more delights, as well as a full food menu.
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Bill would let therapists and social workers decide when to confine mentally ill Californians
In California, it’s usually police who confine mentally ill people for involuntary 72-hour holds so they can be evaluated and treated. A pending bill would extend the so-called 5150 confinement authority to county-designated psychiatrists, psychologists, clinical social workers, licensed marriage and family therapists and clinical counselors.
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They’re getting $1,000 a month for 3 years. How guaranteed income is changing lives in L.A. County
L.A. County’s Breathe program gives participants $1,000 monthly for three years, more money over a longer period than similar programs.