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Puvungna preservation at a standstill after CSULB denies lone applicant
The university denied the Friends of Puvungna’s application, citing conflict of interest and lack of resources and experience. CSULB says it needs to secure long term, permanent funding before launching a second round of proposals.
March 4, 2025
Long Beach Animal Care Services cuts ties with spcaLA, cites contract violations
Long Beach has ended its agreement with the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Los Angeles…
February 25, 2025
Long Beach’s new MMA gym, Fighting Chance, will offer free classes for at-risk youth
Long Beach youth ages 14 to 24 can receive holistic self-defense training that emphasizes physical, mental and nutritional health.
February 21, 2025
Seniors can prepare for a healthy future with Independence At Home’s 10-week course
Independence At Home will teach seniors how to empower themselves with a plan for the future of their physical, mental and social health.
February 19, 2025
‘The Middle Passage Experience’ doesn’t shy away from America’s history
The African American Cultural Center of Long Beach’s current exhibit carefully covers a heavy part of American history, and ends on a note of hope.
February 14, 2025
Long Beach community rallies against Trump administration’s threats to education
The Teachers Association of Long Beach hosted a rally on Saturday with speakers condemning plans to dismantle the Department of Education and uplifting the importance of public education.
February 12, 2025
Long Beach’s Black population is dwindling. This group aims to change that.
On the last Tuesday of each month, Black Long Beach residents gather at a local art gallery to…
February 7, 2025
In Photos: Signal Hill celebrates newly renovated, sustainable Hillbrook Park
Children, families and Signal Hill city officials gathered Tuesday morning to celebrate the ribbon cutting of the newly…
February 4, 2025
A cinematic centennial: The Art Theatre of Long Beach celebrates 100 years
Thanks to a surge of young film enthusiasts and a turn for creative programming, Long Beach’s one and only independent theater is looking stronger than ever.
January 31, 2025
Wrigley Heights River Park Project makes headway with $19.3 million grant funding
The money will go towards land acquisition and restoration, with a preliminary completion date of March 2028.
January 29, 2025