California food banks, which saw more families seeking help during the pandemic, are now serving more people every month as extra benefits started during the pandemic come to an end.
Posted inCity, News
Long Beach looks to buy Rescue Mission property for year-round homeless shelter
The 85-bed emergency shelter on West Anaheim Street that opened this spring could operate year-round, if the Long Beach City Council agrees next week to kick in a little more than half of the $13.2 million cost to buy the property and fix it up.
Posted inHealth Care
L.A. Care and Blue Shield Promise open North Long Beach community resource center
Whether it’s fitness and nutrition classes, homework help or any number of other educational and health care resources, North Long Beach residents now have a new spot to access a wide range of services.
Posted inNews
Stormwater pipe replacement to shut down part of Alamitos Bay beach for months in 2024
A Los Angeles County construction project that will replace an above-ground storm discharge pipe near Horny Corner and upgrade its adjoining pump station could close a section of the beach for six months in 2024.
Posted inPorts
Operations at San Pedro Bay ports have improved after union labor actions, employers say
Recent slowdowns at the twin ports have resulted in delays for numerous container vessels in and out of LA and Long Beach, according to the Marine Exchange of Southern California.
Sponsored
Robotic-assisted hysterectomy: Making minimally invasive procedures even less invasive
Women are experiencing great success with having a hysterectomy when surgery is required and new minimally invasive techniques like the da Vinci are proving to be beneficial.
Posted inNews
Graduation photos: Sato Academy celebrates class of 2023
Sato Academy of Math and Science celebrated the graduation of the class of 2023 at the Carpenter Performing Arts Center on the campus of Cal State Long Beach Thursday, where 98 seniors received their diplomas.
Posted inNews
Graduation photos: CAMS Cobras celebrate class of 2023
The California Academy of Mathematics and Science (CAMS) Cobras—a name selected by the class of 2023 four years ago—celebrated their graduation at Dignity Health Center Tennis Stadium in Carson Thursday.
Posted inNews, Pets
‘My heart is full’: Staycee Dains looks at how animal shelter has progressed in 4 years as director
Earlier this month, Staycee Dains announced her acceptance of the general manager position at Los Angeles Animal Services. Her last day in Long Beach will be June 30.
Posted inNews
Commissioners discuss hikes to Long Beach water rates; vote expected June 22
Long Beach Utilities commissioners met again Thursday to discuss a potential rate hike for water, which could be as high as 10% next year.