“It’s a good deal for workers, it’s a good deal for companies and it’s a good deal for the United States of America,” Biden said from the White House.
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Things to do in Long Beach this weekend including… roller disco, ‘Star Wars’ burlesque and Puptopia
Plus, a skateboard art show, a film screening of “The Truman Show” and more.
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After months of anticipation, Zankou Chicken opens in Long Beach
A grand opening hasn’t been officially announced, but the restaurant began serving customers last week in a soft open phase.
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Suspect arrested after several cars set ablaze in Downtown parking garages, LBFD says
Five suspicious car fires over the past two weeks sparked concern from neighbors and an arson investigation.
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City looks to grow new revenue as it passes $3.2B budget
The vote Tuesday was completed with little council deliberation, likely an indicator of how inflexible the city’s finances are with COVID relief funding running out and the increasing cost of providing city services.
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An investor swindled this elderly woman out of her home. A judge just returned it to her.
Suzanne Yorgason had recently suffered a stroke when a man convinced her to sign over ownership of her Long Beach home.
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A barrier-breaking Indy 500 racer takes on a new challenge in Long Beach: the beauty industry
George Mack was only the second Black driver in the Indy 500. Now he’s pushing for more representation in an entirely different industry: hair care and beauty supply.
Posted inPolitics
California lawmakers vote to become first state to ban caste-based discrimination
The bill—the first of its kind in the U.S.—now heads to Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom, who must decide whether to sign it into law.
Posted inFood
Popular Mediterranean chain, CAVA, to open in Long Beach next year
The brand has become popular for its quick, healthy and customizable bowls and wraps. The new location will take over the Polly’s Pies spot near the Traffic Circle
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Long Beach now offers kits that test drinks for ‘date rape’ drugs
Long Beach is now offering test kits to bars and restaurants to help ensure a drink wasn’t spiked with a substance such as a date rape drug.