The five-day festival will feature over 300 films competing in 11 categories, with industry panels, discussions, red-carpet appearances and after-parties to follow.
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Group of 15 and 16 year olds committed 9 robberies in North Long Beach, LBPD says
“It’s disheartening that juveniles are perpetuating crime in our community and victimizing others,” Chief of Police Wally Hebeish said in a statement.
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Navigating insurance claims: Tips for maximizing compensation in personal injury cases
Multiple factors can significantly influence the amount of recovery. To optimize your personal injury case, consider these steps.
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‘I’m eternally grateful’: LBCC dance professor reflects on life onstage
Stephanie Powell has taught dance at Long Beach City College for 19 years: “I made the right choice,” she says. “I feel like our student population needs a dancer of color in their lives.”
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First LB Sake Day will offer tastings of craft sakes brewed both locally and in Japan
Long Beach will host its first Japanese sake festival featuring over twenty craft breweries and notable sakes on Sept. 30 at Rancho Los Cerritos.
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Video: Rescue Mission begins work on new facility for men with disabilities
“Every day we turn away people with disabilities, and that breaks our hearts,” said the executive director of the Rescue Mission, which provides housing and services for homeless individuals.
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It’s only a drill: Massive emergency response coming to Long Beach Airport Wednesday
The federally mandated exercise takes place every three years and tests the airfield’s emergency plan.
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The annual A Few Good Men Gala benefiting the Long Beach Ronald McDonald House returns for 9th year!
The 9th Annual A Few Good Men Gala benefits the Long Beach Ronald McDonald House and honors esteemed gentlemen from throughout the region.
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LBUSD continues trend of declining enrollment
LBUSD is planning for a future with fewer students—and less funding. But officials said there is one silver lining: The growing transitional kindergarten and kindergarten programs.
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Actress Tiffani Thiessen talks growing up in Long Beach, and all things food
Thiessen (of “Beverly Hills: 90210” fame) discusses her family’s long history in Long Beach, including eating at Hof’s Hut growing up, and the inspiration behind her new book.