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Feb 10, 2026
Rich Archbold: Celebrate Bob Foster’s life on Feb. 19 with stories, music, fun
Bob Foster, Long Beach’s late mayor, loved having a good time while he was making the city better during tough times. So what better way to celebrate his life than to have…
Jan 14, 2026
Olympic Federation of Ireland to establish team house in Long Beach for 2028 Olympics
Long Beach has been selected by the Olympic Federation of Ireland to establish its Team Hospitality House for the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles, which plans to bring a dynamic, entertaining…
Dec 10, 2025
These are the 101 best restaurants in Los Angeles
Long Beach restaurants on this year's list from the L.A. Times include Ammatoli for the fifth year in a row and Sonoratown. Tokyo Noir made the Times' list of just 7 best…
Nov 03, 2025
The L.A. cocktail revolution begins again at this Tokyo-inspired Long Beach bar
At Tokyo Noir in Long Beach, the cocktails have all the complexity and showmanship of a multi-course tasting menu.
Oct 20, 2025
Here’s Where to Experience the Golden Era of Transportation
The Queen Mary: Walt Disney, Audrey Hepburn, and Winston Churchill have all set sail on this legendary art deco ocean liner, now docked in Long Beach. A time capsule of a more…
Oct 18, 2025
I’ve Lived in California for 10 Years—and This Is the Best Secret Beach Town in the Golden State
When you think of Southern California’s coastal cities, Los Angeles and San Diego typically spring to mind. But perched right on the sand between the two, there’s one cultural and culinary destination…
Jul 15, 2025
Your guide to official venues for 2028 L.A. Olympics and Paralympics
Long Beach will host nearly a dozen events in the 2028 Summer Olympic Games.
Jul 02, 2025
Once known as ‘Iowa by the Sea,’ this Calif. city is suddenly cool again
While most of Los Angeles continues to struggle with lagging tourism, Long Beach has turned out to be a shining star on the southern edge of the county.
Jun 26, 2025
Long Beach Airport Ranks No. 2 on Washington Post’s 50 Best Airports List
The ranking of best airports in the U.S. praises Long Beach Airport for its restored historic terminal and artwork, relaxing indoor-outdoor courtyard, and ease of navigation.
May 20, 2025
Long Beach Shines Amid Regional Tourism Slowdown
While tourism spending fell across much of LA County, Long Beach saw record gains, driven by conventions, new developments, and rising hotel performance.
Apr 15, 2025
LA28 announces Dodger Stadium among new 2028 Olympic venues, lineup nearly complete
With Dodger Stadium and Alamitos Beach joining the list Tuesday, LA28 has almost completed its full venue plan for the 2028 Olympics.
Apr 15, 2025
Watch: More venues revealed for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. See the list
The competition venue plan for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics became clearer Tuesday when locations for more than a dozen sports, including beach volleyball, surfing and baseball, were revealed.
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