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Southern California ports shut Friday due to worker shortage, snarling cargo traffic

LOS ANGELES — A dockworker shortage at the Los Angeles and Long Beach ports stretched into its second day on Friday, halting cargo traffic at the massive shipping complex while disrupting the local economy and the global supply chain.

Los Angeles Times

How Long Beach's Virgin Orbit spiraled into bankruptcy protection

Six years ago, Virgin Orbit's future seemed bright.

Los Angeles Times

Long Beach's Virgin Orbit lays off 675 people, 85% of its workforce

Richard Branson's Virgin Orbit is laying off about 675 employees, or 85% of its workforce, as the air-launched rocket company failed to find funding to sustain its operations.

Los Angeles Times

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With thefts still high, California Prius drivers wait months for new catalytic converters

When the catalytic converter was stolen from Vanessa Reimer's Toyota Prius in Long Beach, California, she thought the repair would be a simple one, taking a few weeks at most.

Los Angeles Times

Hunter-Reay, Hinchcliffe to be honored at Long Beach

Ahead of the 48th Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach taking place April 14 through 16, the former teammates will be inducted during a free, open-to-the-public ceremony at 11am in front of the Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center on South Pine Avenue. During the ceremony, each will unveil a…

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Mum prepares for earthquakes by growing enough fruit and vegetables to last a YEAR

Kerrina Sanchez, 37, from Long Beach, California, US, began growing fruit and vegetables during lockdown after it "opened her eyes" to becoming less reliant on supermarkets

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The gas bill is $907.13? Sticker shock for Californians as prices soar

LOS ANGELES — Brent Eldridge had heard that prices for natural gas were high this winter, but nothing prepared him for how bad it could be.

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American Airlines cutting flights to three more cities over pilot shortage, soft demand

American Airlines plans to drop service this spring to three more small airports served by regional carriers, citing an industry-wide shortage of pilots and “soft demand.”

Tribune News Service

Why is drought-weary Los Angeles letting stormwater flow into the Pacific Ocean?

LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles River roared to life this week as a series of powerful storms moved through the Southland. In Long Beach, 3 feet of water shut down the 710 Freeway in both directions, while flooding in the San Fernando Valley forced the closure of the Sepulveda…

Los Angeles Times

Southern California ports are losing to East Coast rivals, threatening LA-area jobs

From the peaceful vantage point of Angels Gate Park, high above San Pedro Bay in San Pedro, California, a huge floating traffic jam of cargo ships was clearly visible when it reached its peak of 109 vessels in January, stranding toys, clothing, semiconductors, cars and a long list of items…

Los Angeles Times

Queen Mary is back in business after 2-plus years. Free tours already fully booked

LOS ANGELES — The Queen Mary is back in business.

Los Angeles Times

Robert Luna to become LA County sheriff as Alex Villanueva concedes

LOS ANGELES — Robert Luna, a little-known retired police chief from Long Beach, will be the next sheriff of Los Angeles County after soundly beating the incumbent, Alex Villanueva, who leaves office in the wake of a single term marred by the upheaval and discord he sowed.

Los Angeles Times

Another election first: California sending first openly gay immigrant to Congress

LOS ANGELES — Long Beach, California, voters are on track to usher in two historic firsts for the region: sending the first LGBTQ immigrant to Congress and electing the city's first Black mayor.

Los Angeles Times

California Democrats rally for abortion rights measure Proposition 1

LOS ANGELES — California's top Democrats rallied in Long Beach on Sunday morning to urge voters to support Proposition 1, a state constitutional amendment that would block the state from passing any measures restricting access to abortion or contraception.

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Poll: In LA sheriff's race, Robert Luna gains solid lead over Alex Villanueva

LOS ANGELES — Retired Long Beach Police Chief Robert Luna has gained support among likely voters in the race for Los Angeles County sheriff, solidifying his lead over incumbent Alex Villanueva, according to a new poll.

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All candidates for Long Beach City Council District 3 in California complete Ballotpedia’s Candidate Connection survey

Both of the candidates running in the November 8, 2022, general election for Long Beach City Council District 3 in California — Kailee Caruso and Kristina Duggan — completed Ballotpedia’s Candidate Connection survey. These survey responses allow voters to hear directly from candidates about what motivates them to run for…

Los Angeles Times

Editorial: Port pollution is a crisis. It’s going to take more than a $20 container fee to fix

Dirty air is a long-standing problem at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, but data released this month show just how bad things got in 2021. A pandemic-induced surge in consumer sales, record-setting volumes of cargo and a logjam of more than 100 ships anchored off the Southern…

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Autosport writers' favourite F1 US Grands Prix

Formula 1 is thriving in the United States under the ownership of Liberty Media and will stage three grands prix on American soil next season. Autosport's team of writers pick out their favourite of those held so far.

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In new poll, challenger Robert Luna has lead over LA County Sheriff Villanueva

LOS ANGELES — In the race for Los Angeles County sheriff, retired Long Beach Police Chief Robert Luna has a formidable, 10-point lead among likely voters over the incumbent, Alex Villanueva, a new poll shows.

Los Angeles Times

They leaped at the chance to hook mahi-mahi. But LA's hottest fish is hard to catch

LONG BEACH, Calif. — The waning moon glimmered in the shallows of Rainbow Harbor, seagulls still blinking sleep from their eyes as the anglers huddled at the edge of the pier.

Sports Illustrated

Bellator’s Patricio Pitbull Unleashes Profane Tirade at Crowd After Win

The Brazilian featherweight champion ravaged booing spectators in Long Beach following his win over Adam Borics.

USA Today Sports Media Group

A.J. McKee says Nate Diaz ‘can get Long Beach slapped,’ welcomes fight in Bellator

A.J. McKee and Nate Diaz could've come to blows one time in a hotel ballroom, so perhaps it makes sense to settle things inside the cage?

USA Today Sports Media Group

Bellator 286 weigh-in results: Two fighters miss weight

Check out the results from the official Bellator 286 fighter weigh-ins, which feature Patricio Freire vs. Adam Borics in Long Beach, Calif.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Former Dallas Cowboys TE Gavin Escobar dies in rock-climbing accident

Ex-Dallas Cowboys TE Gavin Escobar died in a rock-climbing accident

USA Today Sports Media Group

Video: Champ Patricio Freire, Adam Borics get face to face ahead of Bellator 286

Check out the faceoff highlights from the Bellator 286 media day in Long Beach, Calif.

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