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Algalita eco-tour will explore castoffs from 2001 Japanese tsunami

LONG BEACH -- Scientists with the Long Beach-based Algalita Marine Research Foundation and the 5 Gyres have organized an "eco-adventure" expedition to pinpoint the North...

Rich Archbold: Genealogy is Mr. Library's cup of tea

To most of us it's just a little cup and saucer not worth much. But, to Aaron Day, it's a family treasure - a link to his past, helping him understand who he is and...

Long Beach police, merchants tackle jump in crimes in stores and cars

LONG BEACH -- Whether it's as small as snatching an iPhone left unattended in a car or as intricate as an organized burglary, thieves have found opportunity in an economic...

Zorro will be star of Long Beach reading campaign

LONG BEACH -- Long Beach Reads One Book landed a coup this week, bringing internationally acclaimed and award-winning author Isabel Allende to the keynote program at the annual...

Shirley Wild: Benefit party goes right to the top

On Jan. 20, two high bidders - Bill and Vici Schonlau and Marsha Jeffer - hosted 20 guests for Tea at the Top, sold at the September Gala of the Steel Magnolias.

Long Beach man killed, another suffers major injuries, in crash while driving wrong way on Costa Mesa (55) Freeway

A wrong-way driver on the Costa Mesa (55) Freeway in Tustin was killed today when he struck another motorist who suffered major injuries, a California Highway Patrol dispatcher...

Art Exchange unveils new space, exhibit downtown

LONG BEACH - The Art Exchange will stage its grand opening and unveil its new Visual Arts Center space today from 4-10 p.m. at the ArtX building, 354 E. Third St.

Birthday party will raise funds for Youth Leadership Long Beach program

LONG BEACH - Local activist and filmmaker Cheryl Leader is inviting all to the Hotel Maya, 700 Queensway Drive on Sunday from 5-7:30 p.m. for a party that will raise funds for the...

Great Depression among Historical Society topics

LONG BEACH - History buffs, scholars and community activists are invited to attend the daylong Community Studies Conference today at the Historical Society of Long Beach.

Long Beach boxer is fighting for Olympic glory

Patricia Manuel hopes to punch her way into history. The 26-year-old Long Beach resident is competing to be among the first women to represent the United States in boxing when the...

Fire guts garage of East Long Beach home

LONG BEACH -- A raging garage fire at an El Dorado Estates home threw flames so high in the sky it could be seen from a nearby freeway Friday night. | PHOTOS

Lakewood Chamber plans Economic Forecast Luncheon

Three speakers will be featured at the 2012 Economic Forecast Luncheon hosted by The Greater Lakewood Chamber of Commerce and the City of Lakewood Feb. 29.

Wagging tails replacing sad dog-show ads

NEW YORK - Pet lovers won't have to look away anymore when those heart-wrenching TV ads appear during the Westminster dog show - the ones with the pitiful little faces...

Student falls to his death

LA CRESCENTA - A 15-year-old boy plunged to his death from a suburban Los Angeles school building in front of classmates on their lunch break Friday in what may have been a...

Carson to hunt down coyotes

Responding to pleas from terrified residents, the city of Carson has hired a company to trap and kill coyotes that apparently are flourishing in town - especially near one mobile...

Army Officer's Plea: Recognize Humanism

RALEIGH, N.C. - Soldiers who don't believe in God can go to war with "Atheist" stamped on their dog tags, but humanists and others with various secular beliefs are...

District alters condo fee plan

LONG BEACH: Revised proposal by downtown business group changes flat rate to footage rate.

Retreat on birth control

POLITICS: Obama yields to religious organizations on birth control coverage.

Local religious events

Valentine's Dinner Dance. The United Methodist Men of First United Methodist Church in Compton will host their annual Valentine's Dinner Dance at 6 tonight at the Carson...

OC church targeting weight loss

Orange County megachurch pastor Rick Warren has become an outsized evangelical superstar: best-selling author of "The Purpose Driven Life" series, pastoral mentor and...

Did you hear Obama canceled Day of Prayer ceremony? It's untrue

The people behind a popular chain e-mail about President Obama and the National Day of Prayer might want to think about the sin of omission.

ADW suspect tracked to Long Beach Walmart

LONG BEACH -- An armed and dangerous suspect wanted by Anaheim Police was tracked to a Long Beach Walmart and arrested following a brief stand-off, police and witnesses said ...

The Bottom Line: Social media heating up deliveries for pizza shop

Up until a few months ago, Stefano's Pizza owner Donna Brewer's use of social media was, well, social. The owner of the longtime Shoreline Village business occasionally...

Madonna's stalker arrested in North Long Beach

LONG BEACH -- An escaped mental patient convicted of stalking Madonna was arrested in North Long Beach early Friday.

Pacific Life Foundation Honors Aquarium with Community Service Award and Grant

from:Aquarium Of The Pacific

At a reception in January, the Pacific Life Foundation honored the Aquarium with the Walter

Madonna stalker caught near Norwalk mental hospital he escaped from

An escaped mental patient once convicted of stalking and threatening to slash the throat of pop star Madonna was arrested near the facility Friday, authorities said.

Shore Patrol: Surf Sphinx salvage tale solves puzzle

According to local legend, the Surf Sphinx cast a spell over the sea, bringing in a strong surf with punch and perfection. Young Seal Beach surfers paid quiet homage to the...

Skaters, riders look forward to opening of McBride Park skate park

LONG BEACH - On a recent afternoon at Orizaba Park, Victor Perez, Jose "Tweety Bird" Moreno and Anthony "T-Mo" Williams are taking a break to watch the 20 or...

American Ballet Theatre's Misty Copeland makes homecoming visit

In addition to teaching a class at Cal State Long Beach, Misty Copeland met with students at San Pedro High School, Long Beach Poly High and the San Pedro Boys and Girls Club. | ...

Bellflower bestows annual Bravo Awards for exemplary actions

Bellflower honors 20 community residents, Los Angeles County Sheriff's deputies, Los Angeles County firefighters and paramedics for their courage and outstanding service at...

Bellflower High to salute drama teacher with 'War of the Worlds' radio show

BELLFLOWER - For nearly 30 years, the stage was Robert Newman's domain - the classroom where he taught hundreds of Bellflower High School students the arts of acting and...

State of the City: Paramount moves forward despite loss

PARAMOUNT - Despite challenging times, the city of Paramount is financially sound. That was the message from Mayor Daryl Hofmeyer at the State of the City luncheon Thursday.

Tim Grobaty: Doggone good weekend ahead for Long Beach

TOO MUCH FUN: Some weekends we got nothin'. Those are the times we suggest going out and picking up trash on the beach - which is not to say you can't do that this...

Historical Society & LBCC Present their Second Conference Feb. 11

from:Long Beach City College - Liberal Arts Campus

The Historical Society of Long Beach (HSLB) and Long Beach City College (LBCC) will present The Second Long Beach Community Studies Conference: Commenorations: Looking Backward,...

PHOTOS: Snowboarders ride snowy steps at CSULB Pyramid

Forty riders competed in the Long Beach State Pyramid Rail Jam, a rail-riding competition sponsored by the CSULB snowboard team. | GALLERY

Downey freeway crash involving stolen vehicle snarls traffic on 105

DOWNEY -- A two-vehicle crash on the Glenn Anderson (105) Freeway involving a stolen vehicle and a fleeing suspect has resulted in a serious traffic snarl, authorities said...

Four men who beat, robbed Long Beach couple in their 60s remain at large

LONG BEACH -- Four men who broke down the door of a Westside couple's home and beat the pair during a home invasion robbery remained at large Thursday.

Paramount body found badly burned, Sheriff's Homicide investigating

PARAMOUNT -- Los Angeles County Sheriff's homicide detectives are investigating the death of man whose body was found at the site of a brush fire, authorities said Thursday.

Cruise ships banned from releasing sewage along California coast

LOS ANGELES -- The Environmental Protection Agency approved a rule today banning all passenger and cargo ships over 300 tons from releasing sewage into ocean waters within three...

Tony Hawk to attend LB skate park opening

News of the skateboarding legend's appearance was initially kept quiet to prevent mobs from attending Saturday's event.

Downey to lay off 12 workers due to RDA decision

DOWNEY - A dozen city workers will be laid off by July 1 due to the state's elimination of Redevelopment Agencies, officials said.

Carnage is unrelenting at International City Theatre

from:Long Beach Acting Examiner

Professional athletes can call a time out almost whenever they want, often when the pressure is high and a break is needed to regroup. Traffic lights tell you when to stop and go,...

Joan Jett to perform at Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach

The rock band Joan Jett and the Blackhearts will provide the rock and the roar at this year's Tecate Light Rock-N-Roar Concert, part of the 38th Annual Toyota Grand Prix of...

'Sherlock Holmes' Adventure Staged At Long Beach Playhouse

from:Long Beach Playhouse

Long Beach, CA - The Mainstage Season continues as Long Beach Playhouse presents the mystery/adventure of Sherlock Holmes: The Final Adventure. Directed by James Rice, in...