With Los Angeles County’s COVID-19 emergency set to expire today, city officials are cautiously hopeful that evictions in Long Beach won’t spike, but local nonprofits and tenant organizations are advocating for stronger protections.
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EPA approves California rules phasing out diesel trucks
The plan is part of the state’s efforts to drastically cut planet-warming emissions and improve air quality in heavy-traffic areas like ports along the coast.
Posted inEducation, News
Prisk Elementary hosts native garden open house, tours this Sunday
Prisk Elementary School’s acclaimed native garden is once again welcoming guests to enjoy its latest blooms.
Posted inCrime
Man charged with murder in deadly police pursuit from Seal Beach to Long Beach
The 39-year-old had a federal warrant out for his arrest. Now he’s facing a second-degree murder charge as well.
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Police ask for help finding car connected to deadly hit-and-run
Police described the vehicle as a dark-colored sedan that is missing its driver-side mirror.
Posted inCity, News
Skylinks project would treat wetlands-bound water, increase groundwater supply
A new stormwater capture project at the Skylinks at Long Beach golf course near Long Beach Airport could help protect the Los Cerritos Wetlands from pollution and bolster the city’s groundwater supply once it’s completed in late 2024.
Posted inCrime, News, Politics
Ridley-Thomas convicted in federal corruption trial
Suspended Los Angeles City Councilman Mark Ridley-Thomas was convicted today of federal bribery and conspiracy charges, along with mail and wire fraud, stemming from his time serving on the county Board of Supervisors and accommodations provided to his son by a then-USC dean.
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Dodgers to open season tonight at Dodger Stadium against Arizona
After winning the National League West nine of the past 10 seasons, including by a 22-game margin over the San Diego Padres last season, the Dodgers are in the rare position of being underdogs.
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California may end travel ban to states with anti-LGBTQ laws
As written, the ban includes 23 states and means schools like the University of California, Berkeley, can’t use state money for their football teams to travel to away games in Arizona and Utah — schools it must play against because they are in the same athletic conference.
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Essential vitamins to add to your morning meal
Start your day off by getting the vitamins you need!