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Long Beach City Hit with $17.5M Verdict, $500K Set $Long Beach City Hit with $17.5M Verdict, $500K Settlement Over Potholes The city of Long Beach’s failure to maintain its roads has led to significant financial and personal consequences, as highlighted by two recent cases involving dangerous potholes. These incidents underscore a broader issue of neglected infrastructure and its impact on public safety. In one case, the Long Beach City Council approved a $500,000 settlement for Noel Laupua, a 43-year-old woman who fractured her ankle after stepping into a 10-inch-wide, 3-inch-deep pothole near Heartwell Park in March 2021. Despite evidence showing that the pothole had existed since at least 2015 and was marked with paint by city maintenance staff, no repairs were made. The city ultimately settled the case to avoid the high costs and uncertainty of a trial, which could have resulted in a payout in the millions. Minh Nguyen, one of Laupua’s attorneys, noted that the city has a history of losing significant sums in similar lawsuits, further emphasizing the risks of neglecting known hazards. In a more severe case, a jury awarded $17.5 million to Eva Vallin, who developed Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) after fracturing her ankle in a series of potholes outside a Zaferia neighborhood supermarket in May 2020. Vallin’s injury required extensive medical treatment, and she now requires daily care for her incurable pain condition. Her attorney Arash Homampour argued that the city’s flawed curb design and failure to repair the hazardous loading zone for over a year constituted gross negligence. Despite regular visits to the site by city employees, no action was taken to address the potholes. The jury’s verdict highlighted the city’s failure to maintain safe conditions and its inadequate training of staff to report such hazards. These cases reveal systemic issues in Long Beach’s approach to road maintenance. While the city has increased efforts to repair potholes following a particularly wet season, the long-standing neglect of hazardous conditions has already led to life-altering injuries and costly legal settlements.$

The Long Beach Police Department (LBPD) is investi

The Long Beach Police Department (LBPD) is investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred on the afternoon of Tuesday, November 19, 2024, in the 5200 block of Atlantic Avenue.

Officers were dispatched to the area around 3:15 p.m. following reports of a man armed with a gun. Upon arriving at the scene, police located a male suspect matching the description provided in the initial 911 call.

Authorities attempted to de-escalate the situation, enlisting the assistance of a hostage negotiator and a Mental Evaluation Team. Despite these efforts and the arrival of SWAT personnel, the suspect remained uncooperative during the two-and-a-half-hour standoff.

According to LBPD, the situation escalated when the suspect produced a firearm. In response, the suspect and four officers exchanged gunfire.

During the incident, one officer sustained a gunshot wound to the arm. He was transported to a local hospital, treated, and later released. The suspect, who was struck by gunfire, received immediate medical attention from officers on the scene before Long Beach Fire Department personnel took over. The suspect was pronounced dead at the scene.

Investigators recovered a firearm at the location. The suspect’s identity has not been released, pending notification of next of kin by the Los Angeles County Department of the Medical Examiner.

Officer-involved shooting occurred near Atlantic A

Officer-involved shooting occurred near Atlantic Avenue and 52nd Street during a standoff with a potentially armed individual, resulting in the suspect being shot, a police officer possibly injured and transported to a hospital

Penske Entertainment announced today that it has a

Penske Entertainment announced today that it has acquired the Grand Prix Association of Long Beach, ensuring the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach will remain a premier race on the NTT INDYCAR SERIES calendar for years to come. #longbeach #longbeachgrandprix

Four people were hospitalized after a boat caught

Four people were hospitalized after a boat caught fire near the Queen Mary in Long Beach on Friday evening.

The Long Beach Fire Department reported that firefighters responded around 7:10 p.m. to a 30-foot boat fully engulfed in flames along the 700 block of Queensway Drive, between Hotel Maya and the Queen Mary.

Video footage captured thick black smoke rising from the boat, which was located about 100 feet from the shore.

Seven people were initially found floating nearby in a dinghy. Four of them were transported to a hospital, though their conditions remain unknown.

Firefighters managed to extinguish the blaze by 8:15 p.m., after which the boat was towed to Long Beach Fire Station 21 for further investigation.

Mayor @rexrichardsonlb city manager tommodica and

Mayor @rexrichardsonlb city manager tommodica and the city council spotted leaving city hall. #longbeach #happyhalloween

DJ & MC Lovelace Creating Memorable Events Since 1

DJ & MC Lovelace Creating Memorable Events Since 1985

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Illegal Fireworks Display Shocks Long Beach Reside

Illegal Fireworks Display Shocks Long Beach Residents

An illegal fireworks show startled Long Beach residents late Sunday night as dozens of rockets launched from the Queensway Bridge lit up the city’s Downtown waterfront. Reports of loud blasts and colorful flashes quickly circulated as people across Long Beach witnessed the display, which left trails of smoke wafting over the bay.

A now-deleted Reddit video captured one of the closest views of the incident, showing at least eight cars parked in the right lane of the Queensway Bridge while fireworks exploded overhead, illuminating the night sky.

Long Beach Police reported receiving initial calls around 11:15 p.m. from concerned residents who feared the sounds might be gunfire. Responding officers first arrived near Fourth Street and Daisy Avenue but quickly realized the fireworks were being launched from the Queensway Bridge, about a mile away. Officers made their way to the bridge but arrived at 11:25 p.m., only to find the scene deserted.

By Monday morning, approximately ten boxes of empty fireworks tubes were discovered on the bridge, leaving officials searching for the individuals responsible for the unauthorized display. The incident remains under investigation, and the Long Beach Police Department is asking anyone with information to come forward.

Dr. Shavelle Unveils Innovative Interventional Hea

Dr. Shavelle Unveils Innovative Interventional Heart Treatments at MemorialCare Heart & Vascular Institute at Long Beach Medical Center

Burglary Suspect Evades Police at Long Beach Milli

Burglary Suspect Evades Police at Long Beach Millikan High; Police Presence Increased

Long Beach, CA — Early this morning, at approximately 2:44 a.m., Long Beach Police Department (LBPD) officers responded to a call from Long Beach Unified School District (LBUSD) school safety personnel regarding a possible burglary suspect on the Millikan High School campus. During the incident, a school safety officer discharged their service weapon, though no injuries have been reported.

Upon arrival, LBPD activated their SWAT team, which conducted a thorough search of the campus. Despite the extensive effort, the suspect was not located and remains at large.

As a precautionary measure, LBPD and LBUSD announced an increased law enforcement presence on and around the school campus throughout the day to ensure the safety of students and staff.

The investigation into the incident is ongoing, with authorities working to identify and apprehend the suspect.

Smash and grab at @deadrockers in California Heigh

Smash and grab at @deadrockers in California Heights this morning around 4:00am. Please support small businesses in Long Beach.

Nice sunset over Long Beach from the Peninsula tod

Nice sunset over Long Beach from the Peninsula today. #longbeach #sunset

On Friday, October 11, 2024, Long Beach Utilities

On Friday, October 11, 2024, Long Beach Utilities has cancelled boil water notice for the impacted utility customers in the 90805, 90807, and small portions of 90806 zip codes. It is no longer necessary to boil tap water.

Long Beach city officials hold press conference re

Long Beach city officials hold press conference regarding the water main break. More on our website. #longbeach

Second water main break reported near Orange and 3

Second water main break reported near Orange and 37th Street in Bixby Knolls, California Heights area. Orange Ave is closed from Wardlow to 37th avoid the area.

Residents and businesses in these areas were advised to use only boiled tap water or bottled water for drinking and cooking as a safety precaution to avoid stomach or intestinal illness.
Long Beach residents were given the following information regarding the notice:
* Do boil all water for one (1) minute (rolling boil)
* Let water cool before drinking
* Use boiled or bottled water for drinking, brushing teeth, and food preparation until further notice
* Boiling water kills bacteria and other organisms in the water
In an emergency, water can also be purified by using household unscented liquid bleach following these steps:

* For clear water, use 8 drops (1/8 tsp.) of bleach for 1 gallon of water. For cloudy water, filter through a clean cloth and use 16 drops (1/4 tsp.) of bleach for 1 gallon of water.
* Mix well. Allow to stand for 30 minutes before using.
* Water may taste or smell like chlorine. This means disinfection has occurred.
Water in the affected areas is being monitored by Long Beach Utilities in coordination with the Division of Drinking Water (DDW).
Residents will be informed when testing confirms the water is safe to drink.
More information on this Boil Water Notice is available by calling Long Beach Utilities at 562-570-2390.

Boil Water Notice Issued for Thousands of Long Bea

Boil Water Notice Issued for Thousands of Long Beach Residents

The Long Beach Utilities Department, in coordination with the State Water Resources Control Board’s Division of Drinking Water (DDW), has issued a Boil Water Notice for customers in several areas of Long Beach following a significant water main break. The affected neighborhoods include portions of the 90805, 90807, and part of the 90806 zip codes.

The precautionary notice was issued after a water main break at 3502 Orange Avenue earlier today caused low water pressure in the area. Long Beach Utilities emphasized that the notice is being issued out of an abundance of caution.

Areas affected by the Boil Water Notice:
90805 zip code (east of the 710 Freeway)

• 90806 zip code (between Orange Avenue and Cherry Avenue, north of Spring Street, if serviced by Long Beach Utilities)

• 90807 zip code

Residents and businesses in these areas are advised to use boiled or bottled water for all drinking and cooking purposes until further notice. This measure is necessary to prevent potential stomach or intestinal illness from contaminants that may have entered the water supply due to the low pressure.

Boil Water Instructions:

• Boil all tap water for at least one minute (until it reaches a rolling boil).

• Let the water cool before using it for drinking, brushing teeth, or food preparation.

• Boiling water kills bacteria and other organisms that may be present.

For those unable to boil water, household bleach can be used as a temporary disinfectant:

• For clear water: Add 8 drops (1/8 teaspoon) of bleach per gallon of water.

• For cloudy water: First filter through a clean cloth, then add 16 drops (1/4 teaspoon) of bleach per gallon.

• Allow the treated water to stand for 30 minutes before use.

The water may have a slight chlorine taste or smell after treatment, indicating successful disinfection.

The Long Beach Utilities Department is closely monitoring water quality in the affected areas and will notify the public once testing confirms that the water is safe to drink.

For more information, residents and businesses can contact Long Beach Utilities at (562) 570-2390.

One Injured After Explosion Destroys House in Long

One Injured After Explosion Destroys House in Long Beach

A house in Long Beach was completely destroyed in an explosion Monday morning, leaving one person injured and causing damage to a nearby structure.

The explosion occurred shortly after 11 a.m. at a residence on the 2800 block of Gale Avenue. Authorities believe the blast was “likely related to a gas leak from an appliance.” The explosion demolished an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) back house on the property, while a front structure sustained minor damage.

A man in his 30s was rescued from the debris and transported to a trauma burn center. His current condition is unknown. The injured man’s family is believed to live next door to the site of the explosion.

Firefighters quickly extinguished a small fire sparked by the blast, and inspectors are continuing to investigate the cause. The back house, classified as an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU), was deemed a total loss, according to the fire department.

The area around Gale Avenue and West 28th Street remains closed as the investigation continues.

Join us for the “Bleed & Treat” blood drive an

Join us for the “Bleed & Treat” blood drive and make a difference in someone’s life! Donating blood is essential to ensuring it’s available when people need it most.

The event will take place Tuesday, October, 22nd at 5599 Atlantic Ave, Long Beach, CA 90805, from 11:30 AM to 6:00 PM. As a thank you for your donation, you’ll receive a $10 e-gift card and be automatically entered for a chance to win a $5,000 giveaway!

To participate, call (562) 570-1326 or visit https://tinyurl.com/cD8DONATE. Your contribution can save lives—donate today! @alaustin2lb #longbeach #blooddrive #redcross

Traffic on the 91 freeway in Long Beach came to a

Traffic on the 91 freeway in Long Beach came to a halt when a German shepherd got loose. CHP officers and several drivers were spotted working together to safely corral the dog. Reports indicate that officers attempted to guide the dog off the freeway via an exit, but the dog refused to cooperate. They were eventually able to get the K9 into a cop car. @Adrifer777/Storyful

Denise Anderson with J Johnston Insurance Service

Denise Anderson with J Johnston Insurance Service Guide Local Residents Through Medicare Enrollment

Make Medicare Work a service of J Johnston Insurance Service 10900 Los Alamitos Blvd Ste 217 - Los Alamitos

Office number is (562) 795-9201

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