LONG BEACH

Long Beach Mayor Robert Garcia announced Monday that his stepfather died due to complications from COVID-19, one day after the family held a memorial service for the mayor’s mother. “We are incredibly saddened to share that my stepfather, Greg O’Donnell, has passed away due to complications from COVID-19,” Garcia said in a statement. “It’s a heartbreaking loss for our...

Long Beach Fire Department Lifeguard Divers Tuesday located and returned a prosthetic leg to U.S. Paralympic athlete Dewalt Mix.

Long Beach is a hidden jewel on Massachusetts’ Cape Ann that’s feeling the stress of the coronavirus pandemic. The beach is a small sliver of sand that sits on the Rockport/Gloucester line, attracting people from all over and creating congestion in a neighborhood where families have lived for generations.  ”I’ve had my children in their chairs and they can’t...

Many people have been heading to the beach during this hot, socially distant summer, and crowding has concerned people who live near Massachusetts’ Long Beach.

More than two dozen oil tankers are anchored near the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach due to decreased demand for oil amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Los Angeles Responsible Pit Bull Owners started six years ago as a way to bring a community of pit bull owners together for group walks. Now, founder Troy Smith is leading classes for all breeds of dogs in Sherman Oaks and Long Beach each weekend.

A golden retriever leaped into the waters off Long Island during a morning walk over the weekend and, after a furious swim, returned with a drowning fawn in its mouth, its owner says.

With the summer on the horizon, the Southern California waves are starting to call the names of many, including a French bulldog who has made surfing her charitable hobby.

Comedian Chelsea Handler made an emotional plea Saturday, urging people across the country to “please go rescue a dog.” The talk show host, who was forced last week to put down her beloved rescue dog Tammy, posted a heartfelt video message on social media advocating for pet adoption. “I got both of my dogs at the pound. Chunk at the...

A 73-year-old man died after being severely beaten at a Long Beach hospital by a fellow patient, with whom he shared a room, police announced Monday. Francisco Sanchez-Reyes, of Long Beach, succumbed to his injuries Sunday after being beaten on Jan. 31, according to the Long Beach Police Department. He sustained major injuries to his upper torso. Reginald Daniel Panthier,…

Elizabeth Warren’s proposal to gradually move the country to a government-funded health care system has further inflamed the debate over “Medicare for All,” likely ensuring the issue will play a significant role in this week’s Democratic presidential debate.

At least three people were hurt after a fight outside a Democratic forum that was being held in Long Beach, California, on Saturday. According to Long Beach Police, a peaceful rally was being held outside the Long Beach Arena, where Democrats were holding a forum for presidential candidates. Two men approached another man and a fight took place, according to...

Authorities have identified three men who died after a gunman opened fire from an alley into a party, fatally shooting them and wounding nine others.

At least three people were killed and nine others were injured in a shooting at a home in Long Beach, California, outside of Los Angeles, Tuesday night, according to the Long Beach Fire Department. The shooting took place at 10:44 p.m. in the 2700 block of Seventh Street, officials said. Three victims were confirmed dead at the scene and nine...

Authorities say three people were fatally shot and nine others injured at a home in Long Beach, California. Some witnesses say there might have been a Halloween party going on at the house.

More than 14,800 fake Nike shoes were seized in a counterfeiting operation after authorities at the nation’s largest seaport examined two shipping containers that arrived from China.

A homeowner’s security camera captured the frightening sight and sound of a large crane as it listed to one side before toppling in a Long Beach neighborhood, injuring a man and damaging two homes.

“Mighty” Quinn Waters, a 3-year-old boy battling brain cancer, can’t go outside because of his illness. He stood at his door in Weymouth as the Dropkick Murphys performed for him.

The Long Beach Police Department was holding a news conference to announce an arrest made regarding a violent threat targeting a hotel.

Authorities have found 1,300 pounds of plastic-wrapped marijuana floating in the ocean near Santa Catalina Island off the Southern California coast.