One writer suggested that mandating that landlords allow pets could be a good way to mitigate shelter overcrowding.
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Newsom says state’s budget deficit has grown to nearly $32 billion
California is one of the only states to have a shortfall this year. That’s mostly because its progressive tax code relies on wealthy taxpayers whose income is closely tied to the performance of the stock market.
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Babyscripts and MemorialCare mark three-year partnership with significant results in blood pressure risk identification and patient engagement in maternal populations
Babyscripts’ connects mothers to their care team, helps them stay informed about their pregnancy, and send shealth data remotely and securely to their health care provider.
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Newsletter: Why your street isn’t getting fixed
Why are some Long Beach roads left to rot away while others seem to get redone just about every year? City Hall reporter Jason Ruiz wanted to find out.
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City could give LBCC land to build affordable housing next to Michelle Obama Library
LBCC is looking at ways to build affordable student housing, but funding is an issue. The college will likely need voters to approve a bond measure.
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Title 42 has ended. Here’s what it did, and how US immigration policy is changing
Disinformation has swirled and confusion has set in during the transition. Here’s a look at the new rules (and the old ones).
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Wilson High to host free heart screening for student athletes and anyone else this Saturday
“The data shows that one in 300 students have an undetected heart problem that can lead to sudden cardiac arrest,” Wilson assistant principal Ngoc Nguyen said.
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Nutrition guide: How dietary needs change and how to meet them
Staying hydrated, eating enough protein and nutrient dense foods are just a few of the ways to meet dietary needs.
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Should nonprofits have to register as lobbyists in Long Beach? Ethics Commission still debating
Professional lobbyists have complained that nonprofits don’t have to disclose when they contact city officials, but the nonprofits say such a burden would have a chilling effect on their crucial advocacy work.
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New Long Beach Proud! Fest celebrates LGBTQ community with a free 3-day party starting May 19
Next weekend, a new queer pride event will debut in Long Beach with three days of celebrations and festivities that include a multi-stage music festival with dozens of live music and performance acts.