A good part of the immediate post-quake work was the further destruction of the quake-crippled buildings that were beyond repair and constituted a peril as aftershocks continued to work at crumbling structures, sending masonry crashing to the streets in thundering salvos.
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Long Beach diving legend Pat McCormick dies at 92
Pat McCormick was one of the greatest athletes in Long Beach history and a member of several local, national and international halls of fame—and is still the only double-double gold medal diver in Olympic history.
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5 Proven Ways to Unwind Before Bed and Sleep Better
Improve your sleep habits almost immediately with these tips.
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CSULB’s Pow Wow returns, celebrating 50 years of indigenous culture and community in Long Beach
Southern California’s largest and longest-standing gathering of American Indians returns after a three-year hiatus March 11-12 in a celebration of indigenous culture and heritage that’s now on its 50th year at Cal State Long Beach.
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Things to do in Long Beach this weekend including… garden play for kids and wine tastings for adults
Plus, a new photo exhibition, classical concert, a drag show and more.
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Retro Row: How a pink neon beacon spawned a Long Beach subculture
When Kathleen Schaaf opened Meow Vintage in 1986, she had no idea one of Long Beach’s most beloved neighborhoods would raise up around it. Here’s the story of Retro Row.
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Turn housework into a workout: how to burn calories while cleaning
Incorporate movement into your daily chores to get your body moving throughout the day.
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Jordan boys’ basketball team wins historic championship
The Panthers beat Sage Hill 68-57 on Saturday at Edison High School to win their first CIF Southern Section title since 1996, and they did it in front of a huge crowd representing the Northside.
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Expand your horizons with these 8 indoor activities
Whether you’d like to learn a new skill or challenge friends to a puzzle party, these activities are sure to keep your creative wheels spinning throughout the rainy season.
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Poly High student organizes swim lessons in Long Beach
Catherine Som de Cerff, 16, worked with the Aquatic Capital of America and the city of Long Beach to provide scholarships for LBUSD students who can’t afford swim lessons.