City Hall Shells Out $19.8 Million For Downtown Long Beach Crime Lab
City Council approved a $19.8M plan to relocate the crime lab to downtown Long Beach, pairing a construction contract with a purchase to end expensive lease terms. The move is aimed at expanding in‑house testing and cutting long‑term costs.
Downey Library Killing Ignites Family Showdown With City Hall
Lefonts' family has sued Downey and several top officials, alleging the city ignored warnings and security failures after his Sept. 13, 2025 stabbing at the library parking lot. The complaint also highlights an ambulance theft that delayed care.












