Police said they were notified just before 1 a.m. about an argument that had escalated into a shooting, which left a woman dead.
Police in California aren’t immune from certain misconduct lawsuits, high court rules
Police in California are not immune from civil lawsuits for misconduct that happens while they investigate crimes, the state Supreme Court ruled this week, overruling a precedent that had helped protect law enforcement from litigation for decades.
LA City Council confirms Staycee Dains as new head of Animal Services
The council in an 11-0 vote approved Dains, who currently serves as the director of Long Beach Animal Care Services, to lead L.A. Animal Services, which faces chronic pet overpopulation, staffing issues and increased owner surrenders.
California may again vote on whether to bring back affirmative action, but in limited form
California voters may soon vote on whether they support using state money to fund programs that improve the health, education or economic well-being of specific racial, ethnic and sexual or gender groups.
Donors help Long Beach spay-neuter nonprofit reopen after burglary; suspect arrested
Less than two weeks after losing computers and other equipment in a burglary, nonprofit vet clinic Fix Long Beach is back in business, with the help of supporters who donated more than $12,000.
City officials mark opening of new junior lifeguard facility
The $2.8 million project at Claremont Place and Ocean Boulevard includes a stingray response room and second-level viewing deck.
LGBTQ+ cultural corridor on Broadway could include new rainbow lighting, murals and events
The city began working toward establishing the district last year after then-Mayor Robert Garcia called for its creation in an effort to preserve the history of what’s been the heart of the LGBTQ+ community in Long Beach for decades.
Cementless joint replacements reduce risk of revision surgery
Long Beach Medical Center surpasses national averages on more patients being discharged directly home after surgery.
Long Beach’s only Pavilions grocery store is now a Vons
The rebranding included store upgrades such as a new self-checkout area and the moving of the floral department, as well as an expanded wine selection.
Want to improve young children’s lives? Best Start Central Long Beach is looking for new leaders
Anyone who’s passionate about improving the lives of children under the age of 5 can learn more during virtual information sessions that are scheduled for Monday, June 26, and Wednesday, June 28.