Los Angeles/ Community & Society
Published on June 11, 2020
Top Long Beach news: Gyms, pools, more to reopen tomorrow; police suspend use of carotid restraintPhoto: Jeff Shewan/Flickr

Here's what you need to know about what's happening in Long Beach.

Long Beach Water eyes rate increase

Long Beach's Water Commission is scheduled to meet next Thursday to consider approving the Fiscal 2021 budget, including a 6% hike in water rates.

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Long Beach gyms, pools, beach parking lots, museums, hotels and more can reopen Friday, June 12

Bars and family entertainment centers like bowling alleys and arcades may be able to reopen later in June.

Read the full story on Long Beach Press-Telegram.

Long Beach police suspend use of carotid restraint

The Long Beach Police Department joins a growing number of regional law enforcement agencies suspending the use of the carotid restraint.

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Long Beach takes steps toward reconciliation after protests

Long Beach leaders are listening. That was the message City Council members sent Tuesday night, June 9, when they voted to move ahead with two items that were proposed in response to the dozens of protests that have unfolded in the city and across the country over the past week.

Read the full story on Long Beach Gazettes.

Man, woman arrested after man found dead near motel in Long Beach

Police said they believe a fight preceded the fatal shooting, but what prompted the altercation wasn't immediately known.

Read the full story on Long Beach Press-Telegram.


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