The potential for higher sales taxes, vanishing oil revenue and the need to fund homeless services will be key issues this year.
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California new laws for 2024: Alerts for missing Black children
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Through tragedy and celebration, artistry and activism — the visuals team at the Long Beach Post captured it all in 2023.