California’s independent legislative analyst is warning that the state faces a nearly $18 billion deficit. It is “critical” for lawmakers to rein in spending and increase revenues long term, he said.
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Cal State approves renaming Walter Pyramid in $8.5 million sponsorship deal
It will now be known as the LBS Financial Pyramid for at least the next 12 years.
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Long Beach launches employment and job training program for fire survivors
The initiative will provide paid career opportunities and financial assistance to people looking for a fresh start in Long Beach.
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Things to do in Long Beach this weekend — including a trance festival, record fair and musical art show
Expect some crowds for Dreamstate at the Queen Mary starting Friday.
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Long Beach will penalize people for promoting street races, car sideshows
City Council members say the burnouts, speed shows and illegal races are a scourge on neighborhoods. They want those advertising them to face $1,000 fines and possible jail time.
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Turkey giveaways in Long Beach: Local heroes providing free Thanksgiving feasts
“We know that everything’s kind of expensive right now; turkeys to the moon, bills are to the moon, gas is to the moon, rent is to the moon. So being able to provide a family a meal, it’s going to be huge,” said one organizer who’s been giving away Thanksgiving turkeys for years.
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Long Beach Poly student wounded when gunman fires at group of teens, authorities say
Police said the 16-year-old victim was hospitalized with a gunshot wound to the lower body.
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Mötley Crüe announces concert at Long Beach Amphitheater set to break ground next month
The venue next to the Queen Mary should be under construction soon. Shows area already being booked and tickets are going on sale.
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Cal State wants to offer bigger raises to campus presidents while cutting elsewhere
The current base pay for Cal State campus presidents ranges from $370,000 to more than $500,000.
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Downtown Long Beach Vons to remove self-checkout lanes, workers say
They had already been shut down in response to a new Long Beach law mandating more staffing. Workers say the company plans to remove the machines altogether, casting doubt over how the chain plans to comply with the first-of-its-kind ordinance.