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California new laws for 2024: Alerts for missing Black children

Avatar photo by Lynn La, CalMatters January 2, 2024January 1, 2024

Under a new state law, emergency notifications by law enforcement will be expanded to include “Ebony Alerts” for missing Black children and youths. Studies show African Americans are disproportionately on lists of the missing.

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California new laws for 2024: Tougher penalties for child trafficking

Avatar photo by Nigel Duara, CalMatters January 2, 2024January 1, 2024

A conviction for child trafficking will be classified as a “serious felony” in California, making it punishable as a strike under the state’s three-strikes law.

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California new laws for 2024: Cheaper vasectomies and birth control

by Ana B. Ibarra, CalMatters January 1, 2024

California adopted several laws to increase access to contraception and abortion after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe vs. Wade. The latest one eliminates out-of-pocket charges for birth control for millions of Californians.

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Extra Frames: The photos we didn’t publish in December

Avatar photo by Brandon Richardson and Thomas Cordova January 1, 2024December 29, 2023

The photos were not used in a story for one reason or another but are too good to simply fade into obscurity.

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Magnitude 4.1 earthquake shakes Long Beach area

Avatar photo by Staff Reports January 1, 2024January 1, 2024

The earthquake hit just before 8:30 a.m. off the coast of Palos Verdes, according to the United States Geological Survey.

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A look at 7 upcoming projects that could change the face of Long Beach

Avatar photo by Jason Ruiz January 1, 2024December 31, 2023

2023 was a big year for planning major projects that could change how Long Beach looks in the future.

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5 New Year’s resolutions for 2024 you can accomplish in Long Beach

Avatar photo by Maison Tran January 1, 2024January 2, 2024

From cooking classes to rock climbing to helping the unhoused community — we’ve got a handful of ideas on how to fulfill some of your ambitious New Year’s resolutions without leaving town.

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7 women sue former LBUSD teacher convicted of sexually assaulting students

Avatar photo by City News Service December 31, 2023December 31, 2023

The women say they were sexually abused by former Long Beach Unified teacher Mark Santo, and they allege his wife and the school district helped enable his crimes.

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Staff picks: Our favorite photos of Long Beach from 2023

Avatar photo by Thomas Cordova December 31, 2023December 31, 2023

Through tragedy and celebration, artistry and activism — the visuals team at the Long Beach Post captured it all in 2023.

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4 pivotal political issues Long Beach residents should be watching in 2024

Avatar photo by Jason Ruiz December 31, 2023December 30, 2023

A tightening city budget, important City Council races and the potential for higher taxes could all directly affect Long Beach residents next year.

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