40 Arrested, 7 Long Beach Pot Dispensaries Raided

Marijuana growing and/or sales has been illegal in the ciity since Aug. 12, 2012 and a sweep by police, federal law and county law enforcement and prosecutors

Watch: A Political Tracker's Phone Seized by DeLong

Race for the 47th congressional district heats up as California Democratic Party releases YouTube from its tracker, labeled a "stalker" by DeLong, who confronts her while someone calls her 'ugly.'

Alamitos Bay Beaches Reopened Saturday

Two days in a row, the waters tested with bacteria levels below state standards following a gated community's sewage spill. Long Beach officials to declared the water safe to swim and paddle in.

The 47th Congressional Forum: Cordial Until the End

Candidates for the seat serving Long Beach and O.C. cities met at CSULB for a League of Women Voters Forum. The PT reports DeLong got 'physical' with encroaching female video taping him.

Voter Registration is Record-Setting as Deadline Nears

The spike in voter registration last month is attributed to the ability now to register online, and it's open in California until Oct. 22.

Private Sewage Spill May Be City's First Prosecuted

But the penalty for delayed reporting of sewage spill--rare on private property--is only a misdemeanor with a $500-$1,000 fine, Long Beach health official says. Beaches remain closed.

Congressional Candidate Donated to Opponent in '08

Gary DeLong contributed to re-election campaign of California legislator Alan Lowenthal, whom he now portrays as a career politician who contributed to the state's education and financial mess.

Senator Lowenthal Counters U.S. Chamber Attack

"They're trying to buy the election," Lowenthal says of the 47th Congressional District race between he and Councilman Gary DeLong, a Republican endorsed by the Chamber.

Sewage Spill Unreported to City 15 Hours or More

City official said raw sewage from Bixby Hill gated community backed up through manhole covers, ran down the street and into Los Cerritos Channel, closing Alamitos Bay beaches in two cities.

Sewage Spill Closure Widens at Local Beaches

Long Beach health officer extends the closure to all Alamitos Bay beaches and said Tuesday night that the spill source is a private address on Bixby Terrace Drive. Beaches on open ocean were not impacted.

Sewage Spill Closes Mother's Beach, Marine Stadium

A 1,000-gallon flow into the Cerritos Channel Sunday afternoon shuts the popular family beachfront and prompts a warning by Long Beach health officials against water contact at Marine Stadium.

Expired Drug Drop at Long Beach Memorial Underway

The event is part of national “Take-Back Initiative” by the DEA that's netted tons of potentially dangers prescription drugs. And it offers a safer disposal than the health dangers of flushing or trashing drugs.

Long Beach and L.A. Win $61M to Prevent Terrorism

The cities and the county's law enforcement are among agencies that will use funds to improve disaster communication and other large scale improvements.

Capitol Steps at CSULB's Carpenter Performing Arts Center

How to Register to Vote in Long Beach

In honor of National Voter Registration Day, we’re giving you all the information you need on how and where to register to vote.

Win Free Airlines Tickets at Good Neighbor Festival

Attendees can enjoy prizes, free food and live entertainment this Sunday at the Good Neighbor Park.

Council Approves Budget; Some Services Restored

While several Long Beach city departments faced big cuts in the face of an ongoing fiscal shortfall, some programs and services will get restored in expenditures approved for 2013.

Long Beach Teachers Among Top in L.A. County

16 educators were chosen from 71 candidates in the 31st Annual Los Angeles County Teachers of the Year.

The Shuttle Flyover That Wasn't

Long Beach was graced with a front row seat along its coast for the Space Shuttle Endeavour's final journey across the sky. But feelings were mixed as the flight skips the Valley.

Watch: Long Beach Marvels as The Shuttle Passes

From schools and beaches and rooftops and the Queen Mary, thousands see the historic moments Friday as the last flight of the Endeavour crosses the sky.

Congressional Candidates to Square Off at CSULB

Another public forum in October provides a chance to hear what State Senator Alan Lowenthal and Long Beach Councilman Gary DeLong say they'll do if you elect them.

Officials Warn of Record Rabid Bat Numbers in 2012

Health officials have confirmed rabies in 45 bats, up from a previous record of 38 last year.

Berth 55 Businesses Get Reprieve to 2013

Unofficial report Thursday: Long Beach Sportfishing and the other dozen small businesses, including a family-run fish market of decades in the Port of Long Beach, will not be evicted before 2013.

Spring Street Near Long Beach Airport Closed

The section of the street that goes underneath the airport will be closed all day for repair from a traffic accident.

Power Outage at 2nd & PCH Tuesday--Wednesday

Marina Pacifica and other 2nd & PCH businesses were to lose power for 10 hours, Councilman Gary DeLong announced.

Long Beach Mayor Honors 9/11 Victims at Memorial

At 9:11 a.m., a moment of silence will be followed by placing flowers at the police and fire monument at the downtown Civic Center.

Belmont Shore Residents Assn. Election Thursday

The annual vote of new board members to lead the residents group--note it is not limited to property owners --meets for balloting Thursday evening at Bay Shore Library. See the candidate names here.

DUI and License Checkpoint Planned for Long Beach

Long Beach Police Department will conduct the driver stop Saturday through Sunday.

Vote: Obama or Romney, Who Will Win the Election?

Now that the Democratic and Republican delegates have officially chosen their nominees at their conventions, Patch wants to know: Who are you betting on?

Long Beach Search & Rescue Open House

Naples Island Business Association Lunch Meeting

Tidelands and Harbor Committee of City Council

Long Beach City Council Meeting

3rd District Neighborhood Association Meeting

Concerned About Traffic, Sidewalk and Street Repairs in the 5th District of Long Beach?

Naples Island Business Association Lunch Meeting

Police Descend on L.B. Violators to Drop Train Fatalities

316 tickets were issued in four hours Monday by Long Beach police and L.A. County Sheriff's deputies, who worked with the Metro Transit Authority to lower avoidable crashes.

The 405 to Shut Down Completely for Several Hours

The freeway will close down entirely from midnight to 5 a.m. on Wednesday and Thursday for work on the $277M project. Here are detours for Long Beach drivers.

Coastal Commission Grants Naples Seawall Permit

A former deputy city attorney who worked on L.B.'s Tidelands issues argues that the $9.5M project uses public funds for private property. But an official says there's a 'public component' to repairing the structures.

It's a Street Party as 'Bike Boulevard' Officially Opens

Pilot project connects schools via a cycle-friendly thoroughfare.