Injuries, transfers, retirements and resignations are fueling the staffing issues that are forcing Long Beach Fire Department personnel to work overtime shifts multiple times per month and leading to a diminished quality of life, a department official said Tuesday.
Posted inCity, News
Hollywood adds an ‘extra’ boost to Long Beach homeless population
An ersatz homeless encampment was set up along the Los Angeles River—a spot coincidentally close to where city and county officials conducted a sweep of actual homeless encampments just a few weeks ago—by film crews for an upcoming TV show.
Posted inNews
WomenShelter of Long Beach to hold ‘not-so-serious’ golf fundraiser in May
Apart from a lighthearted, “not-so-serious” golf tournament, the event will also include a silent auction, a cocktail hour, a dinner buffet and an award ceremony, all in support of the various efforts at the WomenShelter.
Posted inThe Hi-lo
4 Long Beach dispensaries to help spark up your 420
With more than 30 dispensaries across the city, Long Beach has several choices for people looking to celebrate 420 this year.
Posted inNews, Real Estate
North Long Beach warehouse plans withdrawn following community pushback
The developer was seeking the demolition of all existing structures on 5900-5910 Cherry Ave. and the construction of a 303,000-square-foot concrete tilt-up industrial warehouse, but those plans have now been withdrawn.
Posted inCrime, News
Charges dropped against ex-LBUSD teacher accused of killing 78-year-old in hit-and-run
Prosecutors last week said they did not have enough evidence to prosecute 56-year-old Deborah Betance and motioned to dismiss the case.
Posted inThe Hi-lo
Things to do in Long Beach this weekend including… art shows, pop-ups and cat yoga
Plus, a unique Cambodian cuisine tasting and an Earth Day eco fair.
Posted inCrime, News
After mistrial, prosecutors won’t retry CHP officer accused of killing pedestrian
The decision comes after a failed prosecution that included accusations that CHP investigators were biased in favor of the defendant.
Posted inPorts
Long Beach cargo volumes dropped 30% last month compared to March 2022
Decreased consumer spending on tangible goods as well as a continued shift of cargo away from West Coast ports in favor of East and Gulf coast competitors are contributing to the fall in container volume.
Posted inCrime, News
Man dies days after hit-and-run crash in North Long Beach, police say
Police say the crash happened sometime around 9:16 p.m. Friday night in the area of Atlantic Avenue and Market Street.