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Homelessness increased by 6.5% in Long Beach in the past year, 2025 results reveal
Most of the 3,595 people identified said it was their first time being homeless, and over half the people interviewed attributed financial hardships, unemployment or evictions to them being homeless.
Signal Hill increased water rates by 15%. Here’s what that means for you.
Low-income residents can apply for assistance to pay their water bill on the City’s website.
Riverpark Coalition pushes to stop development along LA River
The grassroots organization wants the Planning Commission to reject the Environmental Impact Report for a storage facility, RV lot and car wash on a parcel of land near the LA River and 710 Freeway.
Long Beach council expected to vote on MEHKOs on June 10
The Microenterprise Home Kitchen Ordinance would allow residents to sell a wide range of perishable foods out of their homes.
Long Beach youth express their vision for the future with Strategic Plan update
In the four-year update of the five-year Youth and Emerging Adults Strategic Plan, youth representatives suggested policies to improve public safety and mental health.
‘Sithy Bin: Life After Prison’ shares a story of redemption and reentry
New documentary from Dream Live Hope Foundation follows a formerly incarcerated man as he builds a new life while fighting deportation.
Yap & Stitch — A yarn good time for Long Beach creatives
Crocheting is just one part of these beginner-friendly creative gatherings at KUBO, where any interest, hobby or skill level is welcome.
PLACE Long Beach unveils inaugural Breezeway Gallery
The not-so-microgallery will allow community members to curate their own art exhibits within PLACE.
Ten last minute Mother’s Day plans in Long Beach
Don’t feel bad if Mother’s Day crept up this year. Instead, choose from this list of last-minute-friendly plans…
A homecoming on wheels: Pigeon’s Roller Rink returns to Long Beach
As summer rolls back into Long Beach, so too will one of the community’s favorite old-fashioned pastimes. After…