# long beach (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 6 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover long beach. Page: Feed: --- ## [Long Beach announces heat alert through Aug. 20. Here’s how to stay cool.](https://sigtrib.com/long-beach-announces-heat-alert-through-aug-20-heres-how-to-stay-cool/) _2026-08-19 · Staff Report · Signal Tribune_ With sweltering temperatures expected through Thursday, Aug. 20, Acting City Health Officer Dr. Cliff Okada has issued a… The post Long Beach announces heat alert through Aug. 20. Here’s how to stay cool. appeared first on Signal Tribune . ## [Learn transportation tips through free Safe Streets Awareness Week events](https://sigtrib.com/learn-transportation-tips-through-free-safe-streets-awareness-week-events/) _2026-08-19 · Staff Report · Signal Tribune_ Become a more informed driver, pedestrian and all-around community member via the sixth annual Long Beach Safe Streets… The post Learn transportation tips through free Safe Streets Awareness Week events appeared first on Signal Tribune . ## [You’re Invited: The Plant-Based Party of the Year 🌱🎉](https://veganfusion.substack.com/p/youre-invited-the-plant-based-party) _2026-08-18 · Mark Reinfeld · Vegan Fusion Newsletter_ Virtual Access to the Plant Powered Party happening in Las Vegas, September 4–6, 2026 ## [Knockout round homer lifts Coast over Ballers after blown save](https://sigtrib.com/knockout-round-homer-lifts-coast-over-ballers-after-blown-save/) _2026-08-15 · Joshua Min, Reporter · Signal Tribune_ After blowing a 5-2 ninth-inning lead, one towering blast to right field from designated hitter Cuba Bess in… The post Knockout round homer lifts Coast over Ballers after blown save appeared first on Signal Tribune . ## [As budget concerns grow, LB Fire Dept. considers shutting down east side fire engine](https://sigtrib.com/as-budget-concerns-grow-lb-fire-dept-considers-shutting-down-east-side-fire-engine/) _2026-08-14 · Samantha Diaz, Managing Editor · Signal Tribune_ The Fire Department was tasked with finding $11.1 million to cut from jobs and services. The post As budget concerns grow, LB Fire Dept. considers shutting down east side fire engine appeared first on Signal Tribune . ## [Full Issue: August 14, 2026](https://sigtrib.com/full-issue-august-14-2026/) _2026-08-14 · Signal Tribune · Signal Tribune_ The post Full Issue: August 14, 2026 appeared first on Signal Tribune . ## [Title-winning Millikan boys lacrosse team fears cancelled season amidst head coach search](https://sigtrib.com/title-winning-millikan-boys-lacrosse-team-fears-cancelled-season-amidst-head-coach-search/) _2026-08-14 · Samantha Diaz, Managing Editor · Signal Tribune_ The team has remained optimistic that a coach will be hired in time for the school year, running their own practices in the meantime. The post Title-winning Millikan boys lacrosse team fears cancelled season amidst head coach search appeared first on Signal Tribune . ## ["I've Got A Friend" by Catburgers / Debut LP in September](http://whenyoumotoraway.blogspot.com/2026/08/ive-got-friend-by-catburgers-debut-lp.html) _2026-08-13 · noreply@blogger.com (Rocksteady74 (Scott)) · When You Motor Away..._ I have been instructed that my summer vacation has ended. From whom was such a draconian edict handed down? Well, the spouse, the office, and a few blog readers -- I was badly outnumbered. Harsh, to be sure, but not entirely unexpected. So, chained to the desk, we begin again. The first question is what to bring to our readers. When I began writing for the blog about two decades ago I focused a… ## [Local youth can apply to LB Creative Corps program through Sept. 4](https://sigtrib.com/local-youth-can-apply-to-lb-creative-corps-program-through-sept-4/) _2026-08-13 · Staff Report · Signal Tribune_ Are you between the ages of 18 and 24, and looking to start a career behind the camera?… The post Local youth can apply to LB Creative Corps program through Sept. 4 appeared first on Signal Tribune . ## [Things to do in Long Beach: Back-to-School giveaways, end of summer celebrations, Cars & Coffee and more!](https://sigtrib.com/things-to-do-in-long-beach-back-to-school-giveaways-end-of-summer-celebrations-cars-coffee-and-more/) _2026-08-13 · Signal Tribune · Signal Tribune_ As we hit the halfway point of August and the end of summer draws closer and closer, there… The post Things to do in Long Beach: Back-to-School giveaways, end of summer celebrations, Cars & Coffee and more! appeared first on Signal Tribune . ## [From any door to your door (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/QeqArHSZcOeq) _2026-08-13 · **Sponsored**_ Book rides, errands, deliveries, groceries and home help in one app ## [LBPD will carry out DUI checkpoint on Aug. 14](https://sigtrib.com/lbpd-will-carry-out-dui-checkpoint-on-aug-14/) _2026-08-12 · Staff Report · Signal Tribune_ The Long Beach Police Department (LBPD) will conduct a driving under the influence (DUI)/Driver License (CDL) Checkpoint from… The post LBPD will carry out DUI checkpoint on Aug. 14 appeared first on Signal Tribune . ## [Immigrant advocacy groups urge the City to strengthen its Long Beach Values Act](https://sigtrib.com/immigrant-advocacy-groups-urge-the-city-to-strengthen-its-long-beach-values-act/) _2026-08-12 · Samuel Chacko, Photo Editor · Signal Tribune_ After months of meetings with City representatives, members of the Long Beach Justice Fund Coalition held a press… The post Immigrant advocacy groups urge the City to strengthen its Long Beach Values Act appeared first on Signal Tribune . ## [The Bloodless Revolution Begins Here](https://veganfusion.substack.com/p/the-bloodless-revolution-begins-here) _2026-08-11 · Mark Reinfeld · Vegan Fusion Newsletter_ Introducing Plant Forward: The 108 Luminaries of the Bloodless Revolution ## [You Are Now Invited to Renascent in East Hollywood!](https://makinganeighborhood.substack.com/p/you-are-now-invited-to-renascent) _2026-08-10 · J.T. the L.A. Storyteller · Making A Neighborhood_ Through the ups and downs, lifting our community once again this summer. ## [The Fight Was There, but the Finish Wasn’t: Sparks Fall Short Against Valkyries](https://www.jackieraetv.com/post/make-it-less-typicalthe-fight-was-there-but-the-finish-wasn-t-sparks-fall-short-against-valkyries) _2026-08-10 · Jackie Rae · Jackie Rae TV_ “The reality is that she didn’t play that much for us,” Roberts said. “The team had to figure it out before the trade. So this isn’t new.” ## [“Respect Us, Protect Us, Pay Us”: Long Beach Refuse Workers Confront Budget Cuts and Wage Stalemate](https://www.jackieraetv.com/post/respect-us-protect-us-pay-us-long-beach-refuse-workers-confront-budget-cuts-and-wage-stalemate) _2026-08-07 · Jackie Rae · Jackie Rae TV_ "Respect isn't just something you say. Respect means recognizing the essential work we perform every day," Refuse Operator Kenneth Williams ## [Bike Safety Art & Trashion](https://amybauerdesigns.substack.com/p/bike-safety-art-and-trashion) _2026-08-02 · Amy Bauer · Amy Bauer Designs_ August is a magical time ## [Summerfest Special Extended + A Favorite Recipe](https://veganfusion.substack.com/p/summerfest-special-extended-a-favorite) _2026-07-28 · Mark Reinfeld · Vegan Fusion Newsletter_ Scholarships + 30% off our signature 4-Week Vegan Cooking Immersion beginning September 28 ## [Sparks part ways with GM Raegan Pebley after Friday's statement win](https://www.jackieraetv.com/post/sparks-part-ways-with-gm-raegan-pebley-after-friday-s-statement-win) _2026-07-12 · Jackie Rae · Jackie Rae TV_ Despite the front-office shake-up, Roberts said the team’s focus remains unchanged, with a playoff push still the priority. ## [Column: Long Beach says racism is a public health crisis. Black Workers are still waiting for the cure.](https://www.jackieraetv.com/post/column-long-beach-says-racism-is-a-public-health-crisis-black-workers-are-still-waiting-for-the-cu) _2026-07-09 · Jackie Rae · Jackie Rae TV_ “Everybody else gets the right to show up as who they are authentically,” she said, noting that Black workers’ hair, voice, walk, and even their smile often fall under scrutiny. ## [Install Manifest V3 Extension (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/QHAuhsO6CwRE) _2026-07-09 · **Sponsored**_ Get this Manifest V3 extension from the official TronBrowser Store listing. ## [Flau’jae Johnson Sets the Tone - as Sparks' Struggles Continue](https://www.jackieraetv.com/post/flau-jae-johnson-sets-the-tone-as-sparks-struggles-continue) _2026-07-07 · Jackie Rae · Jackie Rae TV_ "When I'm the best version of myself, we win games." Flau'jae Johnson ## ["Spirit Collectors" and the return of The Thermals](http://whenyoumotoraway.blogspot.com/2026/07/spirit-collectors-and-return-of-thermals.html) _2026-07-01 · noreply@blogger.com (Rocksteady74 (Scott)) · When You Motor Away..._ Many of us Pacific Northwest music fans miss Portland's The Thermals . Fortunately for us, Hutch Harris of The Thermals also decided that he missed The Thermals . So, ten years after terminating the band, we have a new single and an upcoming album. The album is titled Under The Crushing Rain and will be released on September 4 via Hutch's Static Catsup Aspic label. Yes, that is a long time to… ## [From Vision to Reality: Helping Bring Vizzi to Life](https://veganfusion.substack.com/p/from-vision-to-reality-helping-bring) _2026-07-01 · Mark Reinfeld · Vegan Fusion Newsletter_ Check out the new vegan restaurant in Long Beach, CA! ## [The Health Film of the Year](https://veganfusion.substack.com/p/the-health-film-of-the-year) _2026-06-26 · Mark Reinfeld · Vegan Fusion Newsletter_ The powerful link between what you eat and your body’s ability to regenerate ## [Solstice Greetings + Seasonal Grain Bowl Recipe](https://veganfusion.substack.com/p/solstice-greetings-seasonal-grain) _2026-06-19 · Mark Reinfeld · Vegan Fusion Newsletter_ Plus our next 4-Week Vegan Cooking Immersion begins September 28 ## ["Never Never Again" by Real Numbers](http://whenyoumotoraway.blogspot.com/2026/06/never-never-again-by-real-numbers.html) _2026-06-18 · noreply@blogger.com (Rocksteady74 (Scott)) · When You Motor Away..._ Our expectations are always high for any new recording from Real Numbers , and we are never disappointed. Their latest slice if indie pop craftsmanship is "Never Never Again", the first single released from the upcoming LP Was It Always This Way . The song has delicious jangle and an appealing vibe of early '90s UK guitar pop. Good things are coming -- the album is due August 14 via Slumberland… ## [This Saturday Catch me in The Art Parade](https://amybauerdesigns.substack.com/p/this-saturday-catch-me-in-the-art) _2026-06-17 · Amy Bauer · Amy Bauer Designs_ Ride the D to LACMA on 6/20 - Parade starts at 6pm ## [Next up, The Art Parade](https://amybauerdesigns.substack.com/p/next-up-the-art-parade) _2026-06-08 · Amy Bauer · Amy Bauer Designs_ Ride the D to LACMA on 6/20 ## [Sparks extinguish Fire, secure statement win](https://www.jackieraetv.com/post/sparks-extinguish-fire-secure-statement-win) _2026-06-08 · Jackie Rae · Jackie Rae TV_ Ahead of Sunday night’s matchup against the Portland Fire, Los Angeles Sparks head coach Lynne Roberts kept her message simple: no excuses. ## [The WNBA’s Quiet Lockdown Queen: Getting to Know Ariel Atkins](https://www.jackieraetv.com/post/the-wnba-s-quiet-lockdown-queen-getting-to-know-ariel-atkins) _2026-06-07 · Jackie Rae · Jackie Rae TV_ “Whatever you need, just tell me. We don’t have to play mind games. We don’t have to guess.” ## [AI QA That Opens Fix PRs (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/NFZ7IsU3cUuZ) _2026-06-07 · **Sponsored**_ Runs browser QA, files issues with repro evidence, and opens fix PRs. ## [Sparks are finally healthy — and still fall short against Wings](https://www.jackieraetv.com/post/sparks-are-finally-healthy-and-still-fall-short-against-wings) _2026-06-06 · Jackie Rae · Jackie Rae TV_ “We’re almost 25% through… we’ve got to get to business and start approaching everything with the intensity we need,” Coach Lynne Roberts said pregame. ## ["Share The Right Line" by Van Chamberlain](http://whenyoumotoraway.blogspot.com/2026/06/share-right-line-by-van-chamberlain.html) _2026-06-02 · noreply@blogger.com (Rocksteady74 (Scott)) · When You Motor Away..._ We think and day is a good day for some up tempo guitar pop. Today's first dose is the sparkling "Share The Right Line" by New York quartet Van Chamberlain . Tasty hooks, yearning vocals and a welcome summery sheen make this a highlight track. And we also were thrilled to learn that the band is planning a September release of their second album, As Far As The Eye Can See . The Right Line by Van… ## [The Tin Freight Rebellion Rolls this Saturday](https://amybauerdesigns.substack.com/p/the-tin-freight-rebellion-rolls-this) _2026-06-02 · Amy Bauer · Amy Bauer Designs_ Will you be waiting at the station? ## [Live at Vizzi Vegan Restaurant in Long Beach](https://veganfusion.substack.com/p/live-at-vizzi-vegan-restaurant-in) _2026-06-01 · Mark Reinfeld · Vegan Fusion Newsletter_ A recording from Mark Reinfeld's live video [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/200182742/cf9b1ffa9a1ead61c1c8d566b76f85d6.mp3) ## [‘These Are Our Neighbors’: Long Beach Mayoral Candidate Lee Goldin Fight to End Homelessness](https://www.jackieraetv.com/post/these-are-our-neighbors-long-beach-mayoral-candidate-lee-goldin-fight-to-end-homelessness) _2026-05-27 · Jackie Rae · Jackie Rae TV_ “I’m part of the problem here, essentially,” he says, “but I’m at least trying to take a step towards recognizing the problem and kind of unlocking some pathways to solving it.” ## [Vizzi Has Arrived: Plant-Based Fast Casual in Long Beach](https://veganfusion.substack.com/p/vizzi-has-arrived-plant-based-fast) _2026-05-26 · Mark Reinfeld · Vegan Fusion Newsletter_ Globally Inspired Plant-Based Comfort Food ## [Season 2 - Power of Now](http://whenyoumotoraway.blogspot.com/2026/05/season-2-power-of-now.html) _2026-05-22 · noreply@blogger.com (Rocksteady74 (Scott)) · When You Motor Away..._ Over the years we have been impressed by the ability of Australian indie bands to meld some of our favorite musical bands into a pop concoction that fires our pleasure centers to great effect. Power of Now by Season 2 is, in our opinion, somewhat of a double meld because, in addition to combining some of our favorite indie pop styles, it also is the work of members from some of out favorite… ## [7 Culinary Keys to Creating Amazing Plant-Based Cuisine - Free Ebook](https://veganfusion.substack.com/p/7-culinary-keys-to-creating-amazing) _2026-05-19 · Mark Reinfeld · Vegan Fusion Newsletter_ Take your creativity, confidence and cooking abilities to the next level! ## [Oscar Cancio Says Long Beach Doesn’t Have a Resource Problem — It Has a Leadership Problem](https://www.jackieraetv.com/post/oscar-cancio-says-long-beach-doesn-t-have-a-resource-problem-it-has-a-leadership-problem) _2026-05-18 · Jackie Rae · Jackie Rae TV_ “When was the last time you saw a cop in your neighborhood just walking around, getting to know the neighborhood?” ## [Rides, Talks and Walks this week.](https://amybauerdesigns.substack.com/p/rides-talks-and-walks-this-week) _2026-05-18 · Amy Bauer · Amy Bauer Designs_ Correct link to listen to my talk this week ## [Prism Shores - Softest Attack](http://whenyoumotoraway.blogspot.com/2026/05/prism-shores-softest-attack.html) _2026-05-16 · noreply@blogger.com (Rocksteady74 (Scott)) · When You Motor Away..._ In our memories, Montreal band Prism Shores walked the boundary between guitar pop and shoegaze, and they did it well -- familiar but with just enough individual character to stand out from the crowd. But our expectations for Softest Attack , their new album, required readjustment upon the first listen. On this new outing the band leans hard into indie pop and jangle, and they do it with flair and… ## [Heal Yourself with Plants + Green Juice Recipe](https://veganfusion.substack.com/p/heal-yourself-with-plants-green-juice) _2026-05-13 · Mark Reinfeld · Vegan Fusion Newsletter_ Our next 4-week Vegan Cooking Immersion begins September 28 ## [Bike / Walk in Memory](https://amybauerdesigns.substack.com/p/bike-walk-in-memory) _2026-05-09 · Amy Bauer · Amy Bauer Designs_ Expanding my art work as bike month continues ## [Art Show and Cabaret](https://amybauerdesigns.substack.com/p/art-show-and-cabaret) _2026-04-29 · Amy Bauer · Amy Bauer Designs_ Get a sneak preview of my newest art project ## ["This Is Our Life" by Nina Winder-Lind](http://whenyoumotoraway.blogspot.com/2026/04/this-is-our-life-by-nina-winder-lind.html) _2026-04-29 · noreply@blogger.com (Rocksteady74 (Scott)) · When You Motor Away..._ We were not previously familiar with Nina Winder-Lind or The New Eaves, the band of which she is a member. But we are quite taken with her new single "This Is Our Life". The song begins with restraint. But as it nears the first minute it opens up into a rousing folk pop romp. Coupled with an appealing video, we needed to play it through a half-dozen times to jump start our day. We will be looking… ## ["All Your Yesterdays" by The Hanging Stars](http://whenyoumotoraway.blogspot.com/2026/04/all-your-yesterdays-by-hanging-stars.html) _2026-04-28 · noreply@blogger.com (Rocksteady74 (Scott)) · When You Motor Away..._ Today brings our ears "All Your Yesterdays" -- a perfect slice of jangle pop by London's The Hanging Stars . The vocals, guitars and introspective lyrics recall the warmth of Laurel Canyon guitar pop and makes us yearn for more. And more we will get, as this single is the second song shared from the band's upcoming LP Just A Day . If we participated in the betting markets, we would be tempted to… ## [Kitchenettes - Sunday Best 7"](http://whenyoumotoraway.blogspot.com/2026/04/kitchenettes-sunday-best-7.html) _2026-04-26 · noreply@blogger.com (Rocksteady74 (Scott)) · When You Motor Away..._ As it is Sunday, we think it is time to put on our Sunday Best . For you, putting on your Sunday best may be your best outfit, and we do not intend to dissuade you. You need to do you, and in our opinion too many people dress like they have a poor self image. But for us, Sunday Best also means a wonderful 7" by San Francisco project Kitchenettes . The members are Morgan, Emily, and Sequoia, whose… ## [Softjaw - Softjaw](http://whenyoumotoraway.blogspot.com/2026/04/softjaw-softjaw.html) _2026-04-24 · noreply@blogger.com (Rocksteady74 (Scott)) · When You Motor Away..._ The sun is out and Springtime is invading out world. In such times, our musical interests expand to music with a wide scope and a tempo that invites driving on the open roads in a convertible -- even if we are stuck in an office. Fortunately, Long Beach indie rockers Softjaw understand us. They know we need crunchy, riff and hook infused traveling music with power pop harmonies. And that is just… ## [Happy Earth Day](https://amybauerdesigns.substack.com/p/happy-earth-day) _2026-04-22 · Amy Bauer · Amy Bauer Designs_ Exciting things are coming up ## [Trashion in DTLA](https://amybauerdesigns.substack.com/p/trashion-in-dtla) _2026-04-06 · Amy Bauer · Amy Bauer Designs_ See both my 2D & 3D art in Los Angeles and Long Beach