Long Beach Reveals $811K Price Tag For Controversial Library Fence Project

A new city memo details where the money went and says incidents and maintenance costs have fallen since the fence went up.

Long Beach's Steep Budget Cuts Draw On Emergency Reserves: Report

City manager warns "very difficult changes" are ahead as officials work to close a budget shortfall.

Long Beach Airport Commission To Consider Landing Fees For General Aviation

Airport staff are expected to discuss federal rules governing aeronautical fees this week.

Long Beach Voter Guide: What's On The June 2 Ballot

As the election nears, here's what you need to know about what's on the June 2 ballot in Long Beach.

City of Long Beach Launches Renter Aid Program

The Long Beach Renter Aid Program, a new initiative providing $2.7 million in rental assistance, has been launched by the city.

Long Beach Council To Consider Modifying Caps On Food Delivery Fees

At its April 21 meeting, the Long Beach City Council could alter the existing caps on fees charged in the city by food delivery platforms.

Long Beach Cuts Ties With Homeless Services Provider Due To 'Compliance Issues'

The City of Long Beach this week formally switched homeless services providers from First to Serve to People Assisting the Homeless (PATH).

Long Beach Council Launches Process To Possibly Remove Cesar Chavez's Name From City Facilities

At its most recent meeting, the Long Beach City Council began a review and renaming process for city facilities named for Cesar Chavez.

'No Kings' Protests Planned For Saturday In And Around Long Beach

Another wave of 'No Kings' protests takes place in cities across the U.S. on Saturday, including ones within the greater Long Beach area.

City of Long Beach Launches New Round Of Neighborhood Improvement Grants

Long Beach's Love Your Block program provides mini-grants of up to $2,500 to empower communities to act and create lasting positive change.

CSULB, State Officials To Study Veteran Suicides

The research project aims to reduce veteran deaths by suicide.

LB Firefighters Association Reaches Tentative Agreement With City

"As Long Beach grows, our public safety systems must grow with it," Mayor Rex Richardson said.

CA's Nov. 4 Election: What's On The Ballot, How To Cast Your Vote In Long Beach

Here's everything you need to know about the Nov. 4 Statewide Special Election in Los Angeles County.

‘No Kings’ Protests Planned This Weekend In Long Beach: What To Know

Some 40 rallies are planned across Los Angeles County this weekend, including several in Long Beach.

Long Beach Vons Closes Self-Checkout Lanes After City Passes New Law

"It's no secret that the grocery industry broadened self-checkout to trim staff, to try to make fewer workers do more," said Derek Smith.

An LA County City Tried To Ban Homeless Shelters. The State Is Making It Pay.

State officials sued Norwalk after the city passed an ordinance banning new shelters and housing. A settlement will reverse that policy.

Long Beach, Paramount Launch New Services To Aid Immigrant Families

“We will not stand by while families suffer," Long Beach Mayor Rex Richardson said in a statement Saturday.

Long Beach Transit Told Workers To Comply With ICE. The Mayor Wants To Prevent That

"That's unacceptable," Long Beach Mayor Rex Richardson said in a statement, calling for the transit agency to rebuild public trust.

View Long Beach's Highest Paid Workers: CA State Controller's List For 2024

A published list of city, county and state workers is now available. Here is the breakdown of who is paid the most in your area.

Rep. Robert Garcia Elected Ranking Democrat On Powerful Oversight Committee

The decision comes amid a power struggle between the old guard and the younger members of the Democratic Party.

CSULB Students Go On Hunger Strike In Support Of Palestine: Report

The Cal State Long Beach students' hunger strike began Monday, May 5, and is part of a movement seen in other universities across the state.

Street Name Change Honoring Jackie Robinson Proposed In Long Beach

The change was proposed to commemorate the hall-of-famer's lasting impact in Long Beach.

Long Beach Federal Building Appears On 'Non-Core Property List'

Six federal buildings in Los Angeles County could be sold or closed as part of a Trump administration selloff of government assets.

Justice Department Scrutinizes Rep. Garcia Over Alleged Musk Threat

The Trump administration is accusing Rep. Robert Garcia of threatening Elon Musk in a CNN interview and calling him a lewd name in Congress.

How To Attend Long Beach's 2025 State Of The City

Long Beach city officials will share the city's progress over 2024 and look to the future.

Volunteers Needed For 2025 Long Beach Homeless Point In Time Count

The Long Beach Department of Health and Human Services is seeking 300 volunteers to help conduct the 2025 Point in Time Count.

Gaylord Concedes Long Beach Community College Board Race

Long Beach Community College District Board candidate Dick Gaylord called opponent Ennette Morton to concede the race on Tuesday.

2024 Election Results In Long Beach: Local Measures, LBCC Trustee

There are plenty of key races underway in Long Beach this 2024 General Election season.

Supernaw Leads In Long Beach District 4 City Council Race

Incumbent City Council Candidate Daryl Supernaw led the race by over 20 percent, according to preliminary election results.

Long Beach Voter Guide 2024: What's On The Ballot

Here’s all you need to know about what’s on your ballot in Long Beach.

Long Beach Voters: How To Track Your Ballot

Hundreds of thousands are registered to vote in Long Beach. Here’s a step-by-step guide to track your votes.

How To Register To Vote In Long Beach

Here’s what you need to know about voter registration in Long Beach ahead of the Nov. 5 election.

Know Your Ballot In Long Beach: District 4 City Council Election

Residents in Long Beach City Council District 4 will elect a city council member from candidates Daryl Supernaw or Herlinda Chico.

Ballot Boxes Open In Long Beach: Find Yours

Here’s a list of ballot boxes in Long Beach, where you can cast your votes for the Nov. 5 election.

Foodbank Of Southern California Closes As State Launches Investigation Into Former CEO

A Long Beach food bank closed its doors as state investigators looked into allegations that the nonprofit's former CEO misused funds.

Long Beach Election Guide: What’s On The Ballot, What To Know

As the 2024 election nears, here’s all you need to know about what’s on your ballot in Long Beach.

Governor Newsom Signs Bill Expediting Pier Wind Project In Long Beach

After completion, Pier Wind will be the largest facility of its kind in the U.S. and would help California meet renewable energy goals.

Meet Herlinda Chico: Candidate For Long Beach City Council

Candidate Herlinda Chico tells Patch why she should be elected as City Councilmember for Long Beach's 4th District on Nov. 5.

Greater Long Beach Area Candidates Forum at the Alpert JCC

A candidate forum for local Long Beach, state, and national representation at 6:30 pm, September 18, 2024 at the Alpert Jewish Community Ctr

Long Beach Seeks Input On Permitting Cannabis Special Events

The Office of Cannabis Oversight is conducting a feasibility study to get feedback on permitting temporary cannabis events.