In all, 14,950 tons of steel from the massive span went to recyclers, but the Port of Long Beach is hanging on to some special artifacts.
Posted inThe Hi-lo
2 new eateries coming to Long Beach Towne Center this year
Two popular chains, The Stand and Cookie Plug, will open locations at the Long Beach Towne Center in the coming months.
Posted inThings To Do
Things to do in Long Beach this weekend including…pickleball, trivia and Shakespeare
Plus, the return of Long Beach Comic Con and the Long Beach Greek Festival.
Posted inSmall Business
With COVID cases rising, local businesses weigh bringing back masks. Most say no way.
With the decision left in their hands, business owners are considering the best ways to keep their staff safe as COVID-19 cases tick back up.
Posted inEducation
It’s the first day of school; LBUSD celebrates kids returning to campus
Expanded wellness centers, new furniture and better technology are greeting many LBUSD students as they return to class today.
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Budget committee wants money for wheelchair access, housing support; delays boost to eviction defense fund
The committee also wants another $150,000 for the city’s animal shelter to pay for about 700 spay and neuter operations.
Posted inHealth
COVID cases are on the rise. Here’s where (and when) to get vaccinated or boosted
Long Beach continues to offer free vaccine and booster shots. An updated version is expected to be available in mid-September.
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CSULB cancels evening classes due to power outage
It’s not clear what caused the outage, but officials announced that “unless you live in the residence halls, please leave campus for your safety.”
Posted inNews
18 LBUSD schools still don’t have AC. What is the district’s plan?
Long Beach Unified School District officials said they will test several heat mitigation strategies that have been implemented at schools throughout the summer.
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Long Beach breaks heat record; cooler temps on the way
Long Beach recorded a temperature of 97 degrees Monday at Long Beach Airport; the previous high for Aug. 28 was set in 1995 at 96 degrees.