The potential for hurricane developments and forecasts of an expanding heat dome over Texas, Oklahoma and Kansas next week could push oil prices even higher.
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Fisher, Aquarium of the Pacific’s ‘sweet and gentle’ Magellanic penguin, dies at 7
Fisher had become sick over the last week, with testing indicating avian malaria as the most likely cause of his illness, according to aquarium officials.
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With nearly a quarter of city jobs unfilled, Long Beach looks to increase hiring
Over 20% of the positions in Long Beach’s workforce are unfilled, with the city pointing to the “Great Resignation,” a competitive job market and its own antiquated, months-long hiring practices as the driving forces behind the vacancies that are slowing city services.
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California police body camera footage can’t take the place of witness testimony, court rules
Body camera footage of alleged criminal incidents can be used as evidence in court and in disciplinary proceedings against police officers, but the new ruling limits its use with respect to statements made on camera.
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Long Beach to increase homeless shelter, outreach services in anticipation of Hurricane Hilary
The Multi-Service Center will offer shelter for up to 60 people experiencing homelessness, and 20 additional beds will be added to another emergency shelter from Sunday through Monday.
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San Pedro Bay ports brace for Hurricane Hilary
Officials at both the ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles are watching the storm closely, but did not speculate on the potential impact on cargo movement into and out of Southern California.
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Seal Beach reclaimed authority over its animal control services—here’s what that means
For nearly 20 years, Long Beach Animal Care Services has managed animal control for neighboring Seal Beach—but that changed two months ago.
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Long Beach State hires new athletic director Bobby Smitheran
A year ago, the Long Beach State athletic department was reeling after the sudden departure of athletic director Andy Fee. But on Monday, the Bobby Smitheran era begins as he officially takes over the athletic director duties at LBSU.
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City Council to interview candidates for police oversight director; decision could come next week
The Long Beach City Council will conduct interviews over the weekend in hopes of naming the new director of the recently formed Police Oversight Commission, potentially as soon as next week, according to the city.
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Hilary could be 1st tropical storm to hit Southern California in 84 years
A flood watch is slated to be in effect for much of Ventura and Los Angeles counties, including in Long Beach, from Sunday afternoon through Monday evening, according to the National Weather Service. The storm will also bring high winds, heavy rains and increased swells to Long Beach, according to city officials.