
Kristen Farrah Naeem, Staff Writer
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Garage Theatre’s ‘Tragedy Giftshop’ brings chilling social commentary to the stage
There’s a true hidden gem of the theatrical arts currently on stage in downtown Long Beach’s The Garage…
Long Beach accepting nominations for 2025 Veterans Banner Program
The City of Long Beach is now accepting nominations for its second annual Veterans Banner Program, which honors…
Three years missing: family of Ruthey Smith asks FBI, LAPD to take over human trafficking investigation
Long Beach mother Ruthey Smith was abducted by suspected human traffickers three years ago. With little progress made…
March 7, 2025
South Coast Repertory’s “Wish You Were Here” tells intimate story of friendship amidst political turmoil
South Coast Repertory’s production of “Wish You Were Here” was the first play to ever bring tears to…
January 25, 2025
Signal Hill updating its emergency preparedness plans
The City is spending $40,000 in federal grant funds to update its emergency response plans.
January 23, 2025
Suspected trafficking victim Ruthey Smith still missing; Family critical of police response
A beloved local mother, daughter, sister and friend turned 22 on Friday, and though her loved ones gathered…
December 28, 2024
A child is born: Babies nestled in Christmas stockings at Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital Long Beach
For over 60 years, the Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital Long Beach has continued an adorable holiday tradition:…
December 24, 2024
Long Beach’s Garage Theatre launches audiences back to 1933 with ‘Steam Powered Rocket Ride to the Moon’
The Garage Theatre’s wonderfully chaotic and whimsical original production, “Steam Powered Rocket Ride to the Moon,” is a…
December 12, 2024
Signal Hill City Council names mayor and welcomes new member
A previous version of this article incorrectly stated that Keir Jones was vice mayor and Robert Copeland was…
December 12, 2024
Thousands gather at Long Beach Terrace Theater for lighting of LA County’s tallest Christmas tree
Thousands of people crammed into the courtyard of the Long Beach Terrace Theater on Wednesday to watch live…
December 5, 2024