Rivera’s five children were at the ceremony to unveil the new star honoring the Long Beach native.
Posted inFood
Domenico’s, Long Beach’s oldest restaurant, celebrates its 70th anniversary
When the restaurant opened in 1954, the menu included pizza-eating instructions. On Friday, they’re celebrating 70 years in business with pizza giveaways.
Posted inCrime
Gunman has robbed street vendors 4 times at same Long Beach intersection, police say
Someone has been preying on Long Beach street vendors at an intersection in the Wrigley area, police said today.
Posted inNews
SpaceX is doubling the size of its rocket recovery facility at Long Beach port
“Long Beach is one of just two places in the world where you see a rocket return home from space on a ship,” Mayor Rex Richardson said.
Posted inPolitics
Doxxing victims in California may gain right to sue to ‘bring some power back’
A state bill would allow doxxing victims to sue those responsible in civil court for as much as $30,000, plus attorneys’ fees and court costs. Supporters say it’s needed to stem online harassment against LGBTQ residents and others.
Posted inNews
Audit finds $9.2 million in unclaimed recycling refunds sitting unused in city account
The money was from recycling deposits that Long Beach can use on environmental projects, but it was sitting unused because the program’s finances had never been reconciled.
Posted inNews
Lakewood postpones vote on closure of its equestrian center
Many people spoke this week in opposition to closing the facility along the San Gabriel River that offers riding lessons, a petting zoo and boarding services. City staff say the center has lost money, and could be used for passive activities like pickleball.
Posted inCrime
Police find murder suspect when they evict squatters from Long Beach home
A police commander said the home had been an ongoing problem in the neighborhood.
Posted inThings To Do
Things to do in Long Beach this weekend — including a pirate invasion and a nostalgia market
Summer is in full swing this weekend with lots of outdoor festivals, performances and movie screenings.
Posted inBusiness
Ford will develop its next generation of electric vehicles at new Long Beach campus
Ford plans to open the facility — which will eventually accommodate up to 450 employees — in early 2025.