Both the defense and prosecution agreed that Manuela “Mona” Rodriguez died from a gunshot wound to the back of the head.
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Camerata Singers to host benefit concert for gallery destroyed in suspected DUI crash
This Friday’s performance was originally supposed to be held in conjunction with an art exhibit at The Open Gallery, but the space was destroyed when an SUV rear-ended another vehicle, causing both to plow through the gallery.
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5 ways to celebrate Earth Month in Long Beach
Earth Day, officially marked on April 22, began in 1970 to draw attention to environmental causes. This year’s Earth Month activities will be organized around the theme “Planet vs. Plastics.”
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Attacks on emergency room workers prompt debate over tougher penalties
In California, assaulting paramedics or other emergency medical workers in the field carries stiffer fines and jail time than assaulting emergency room staffers. State lawmakers are considering a measure that would standardize the penalties.
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Fundraiser started for family of Long Beach father who was shot to death while gardening
Mario Morales-Moreno was an Army veteran and father of two, according to his neighbor. Police said they don’t think he was the shooter’s intended target.
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Long Beach is preparing to give away 40 free food carts to local street vendors
Right now, the city is just researching types of carts to buy, but eventually, they’ll be given to qualifying street vendors who comply with the city’s new licensing requirements.
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New shops open at 2nd & PCH, including Vuori Clothing
Two other women’s fashion stores, Amour Vert and Evereve, also recently opened, and a new restaurant and fitness gym are on the way.
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Photos: We didn’t get to see totality, but today’s eclipse was still a sight to behold in Long Beach
Did you get to see the eclipse?
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Man shot, wounded after argument in parking lot, LBPD says
The shooting happened around 7:44 p.m Sunday near Drake Park, according to police.
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Election results are final; Long Beach voters to decide just one runoff in November
Turnout was dismal across the city, especially in District 6, where just 14.6% of registered voters cast ballots either by mail or in person.