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California needs thousands of nurses, but leaders can’t agree on how to fill jobs

by Kristen Hwang, CalMatters July 31, 2023

According to the Hospital Association of Southern California, nursing vacancy rates among local hospitals exceed 30%. Prior to the pandemic the average vacancy rate was 6%.

Posted inBusiness, Small Business

Long Beach’s only roller rink may be forced to relocate or close

Avatar photo by Tess Kazenoff July 31, 2023July 31, 2023

The future is unclear for Pigeon’s Roller Rink, which is operating under a month-to-month lease at the 2ND & PCH shopping center.

Posted inNews

Man pleads not guilty to charges of abducting, assaulting girl found with ‘help me’ sign in Long Beach

Avatar photo by City News Service July 31, 2023July 31, 2023

Steven Robert Sablan, 61, of Cleburne, Texas, is charged with one count each of kidnapping and transportation of a minor with intent to engage in criminal sexual activity, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office.

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Harbor Scenic Drive to close for weekend repairs

Avatar photo by City News Service July 31, 2023July 31, 2023

Harbor Scenic Drive in the Port of Long Beach will temporarily close for multiple weekends starting Friday evening as work crews repair the roadway.

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Long Beach set a goal of zero traffic deaths by 2026, but fatalities are rising

Avatar photo by Jason Ruiz July 31, 2023July 31, 2023

Officials are blaming the rise on changes in drivers’ behavior during the pandemic and projects lagging behind schedule, in part because of a lack of funding.

A white two-story home with a bay window and a long balcony. A brick path leads to the entry amid manicured shrubbery and mature trees.
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Always in the family: Heights home for sale for 1st time in 88 years

Avatar photoby Tim GrobatyJuly 31, 2023August 1, 2023

The stately two-story home built nearly 90 years ago by dentist Gordon G. Brown Sr. for his family still stands, having lost none of its elegance in the intervening decades at 5027 Vista St.

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Extra Frames: The photos we didn’t publish in July

Avatar photoAvatar photo by Brandon Richardson, Thomas Cordova and Tess Kazenoff July 30, 2023July 29, 2023

Extra Frames is a monthly compilation of images captured by Long Beach Post photographers that are, well, extra.

A girl wearing a flower-printed shirt and a blue jacket stands to the right of a sidewalk which is visible behind her and is lined with trees on either side.
Posted inHealth, Health Care

Teen mental health needs skyrocketed during COVID. How do we reverse the trend?

Avatar photo by Tess Kazenoff July 30, 2023July 28, 2023

Mental health professionals have noticed a rise in anxiety-related issues and depression in teenagers, largely stemming from isolation, which has meant more teens seeking out mental health support, even after pandemic restrictions lifted and students returned to school.

Posted inFood, The Hi-lo

Take it from a Lebanese palate, Taboon Mediterranean’s dill rice is addictive

Avatar photo by Caitlin Antonios July 30, 2023July 27, 2023

Food writer Caitlin Antonios checks out Taboon Mediterranean for the first time.

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California forbids most workplaces from banning masks

by Ana B. Ibarra, CalMatters July 30, 2023July 28, 2023

For at least another year and a half, California employers won’t be able to follow In-N-Out’s lead in banning workers from wearing masks on the job.

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