The Long Beach Ethics Commission wants residents to answer this question: What communications meant to sway the opinion of city officials should be public?
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‘People are rising up’: Writer Raqiyah Mays talks struggles and wins of the WGA strike
On this episode of “The Word with Jackie Rae,” author, screenwriter, and Long Beach resident Raqiyah Mays discusses the challenges posed by the WGA strike and the necessity of the months-long labor action.
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Portuguese Bend Distilling files for bankruptcy. Sale to new owner pending.
The sale to a popular barbecue franchise and brewing company could be finalized at a court hearing later this month.
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California could soon ban 4 food additives in common sweets. What to know
The European Union has banned certain additives that are used in American candies and baked goods. California is on the cusp of prohibiting their sale by 2027.
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Miracle at The Ordinarie returns for a 5th year the day after Thanksgiving
Christmas is coming early for those that want to get in the holiday spirit right after Thanksgiving, when the Miracle pop-up at The Ordinarie returns.
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Thousands of Kaiser workers go on strike over wages and staff shortages
Picketing began Wednesday morning at Kaiser Permanente hospitals as some 75,000 health care workers go on strike in California and other states.
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Where to celebrate National Taco Day in Long Beach
National Taco Day is Oct. 4, which means it’s time to get out there and enjoy one of the many taco shops Long Beach has to offer.
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City to unveil plans for new Houghton Park playground next week
The improvements include added swings and slides, musical elements, large climbing structures, a sand play area and a nature exploration area. Community members can give feedback at a meeting on Oct. 11.
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Long Beach to offer free flu shot clinics starting this week
Various vaccination clinics will be open throughout October in preparation of flu season, which typically begins in October and peaks between December and February.
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Every cell phone, TV and radio to receive emergency alert test on Oct. 4
The test is meant to ensure the systems are an effective communication tool in case of national emergencies, including natural disasters or other public dangers.