California’s Legislative Analyst’s Office projects a 2024-25 budget deficit twice as large as 2023-24. It says the state could dip into reserves and cut some one-time spending.
Posted inBusiness
Vuori Clothing, Rumble Boxing and more coming to 2ND & PCH
In addition to the elevated clothing and boutique boxing brands, the retail center is welcoming a new Spanish restaurant and the return of a plant shop.
Posted inThe Hi-lo
Alex’s Bar is a star in Green Day’s new ‘Dilemma’ music video
Green Day just dropped its latest music video on Thursday, Dec. 7 and it was filmed at a popular venue in the Zaferia District.
Posted inNews
In historic shift, Long Beach Post, Business Journal reorganize as nonprofit newsroom
This move will strengthen the journalism we produce every day, but it also means our financial support must come from you, our readers, our business partners, our foundations — all of our constituents.
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Commissioners will again ask Long Beach City Council to support ceasefire in Gaza
Some commissioners expressed frustration and disappointment that the City Council hasn’t already taken up their suggestion to vote on a resolution expressing support for a ceasefire.
Posted inFood, The Hi-lo
Where to make New Year’s Eve dinner reservations in Long Beach
We’ve put together a list of some of the restaurants in town that are ringing in the new year with prix fixe menus, specials, champagne toasts and more.
Posted inEducation
CSU faculty union continues series of one-day strikes at campuses across the state
The union is fighting for 12% wage hikes this academic year plus other concessions, including better parental leave, workload support and health and safety rights.
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Long Beach adding 200 more families to its $500 per month guaranteed income program
The city says 250 families are already enrolled in the program. Officials hope adding slots will help keep more people from falling into homelessness.
Posted inThe Hi-lo, Things To Do
Things to do in Long Beach this weekend including… SantaCon, Hmong New Year and holiday concerts
From a chance to meet live reindeer to a series of holiday concerts, there’s plenty to explore in Long Beach this weekend.
Posted inPorts
Twin ports of San Pedro unveil green shipping strategy with Singapore
Port officials said up next will be a study to analyze trade flows and vessel traffic between Singapore, Los Angeles and Long Beach.