Long beach ca news

Here are some recent news articles and updates from Long Beach, CA:

Local News

• Long Beach City Council Approves Budget for 2023-2024 (Long Beach Press-Telegram) - The Long Beach City Council has approved a budget for the 2023-2024 fiscal year, which includes a 3.5% increase in the city's general fund.
• Long Beach Police Department Launches New Community Engagement Program (Long Beach Post) - The Long Beach Police Department has launched a new community engagement program aimed at building trust and improving relationships between law enforcement and the community.
• Long Beach City College to Offer Free Tuition for Low-Income Students (Long Beach Press-Telegram) - Long Beach City College has announced that it will offer free tuition to low-income students as part of a new program aimed at increasing access to higher education.

Crime and Public Safety

• Long Beach Man Arrested for Murder in Connection with Fatal Stabbing (Long Beach Press-Telegram) - A 25-year-old man has been arrested and charged with murder in connection with a fatal stabbing that occurred in Long Beach earlier this month.
• Long Beach Police Department Seeks Public's Help in Identifying Suspects in Robbery Spree (Long Beach Post) - The Long Beach Police Department is seeking the public's help in identifying suspects in a string of robberies that have occurred in the city over the past few weeks.

Business and Development

• New Restaurant and Bar Coming to Downtown Long Beach (Long Beach Post) - A new restaurant and bar is set to open in downtown Long Beach, bringing a new dining and entertainment option to the area.
• Long Beach City Council Approves Plan for New Affordable Housing Development (Long Beach Press-Telegram) - The Long Beach City Council has approved a plan for a new affordable housing development in the city, which will provide 120 units of housing for low-income residents.

Community Events

• Long Beach Pride Parade and Festival to Take Place in June (Long Beach Post) - The Long Beach Pride Parade and Festival will take place in June, celebrating the city's LGBTQ+ community and promoting diversity and inclusivity.
• Long Beach Jazz Festival to Feature Performances by Top Jazz Artists (Long Beach Press-Telegram) - The Long Beach Jazz Festival will take place in August, featuring performances by top jazz artists and celebrating the city's rich jazz heritage.