Jackie Rae

2 months ago | blacksportsonline.com | Robert Littal |Jackie Rae

By Jackie RaeThis year, Black History Month began with federal agencies refusing to acknowledge and celebrate the outstanding contributions of Black Americans throughout history. These challenges make it even more vital to honor those who embody the relentless grit and tenacity that Black Americans consistently contribute to the progress and advancement of this nation.

Nov 26, 2024 | lbwatchdog.com | Fernando Haro |Maya-Claire Glenn |Brandon Richardson |Jackie Rae

Become a Watchdog today. Sign up to get the latest from Long Beach's independent, journalist-owned newsroom in your email. — or sign up with — The family of 38-year-old Brandon Boyd is accusing the Long Beach Police Department of negligence and a lack of compassion after officers fatally shot Boyd on Nov. 19. According to the LBPD, Boyd pulled a firearm during the encounter, prompting officers to open fire. During a Nov.

Nov 19, 2024 | lbwatchdog.com | Jackie Rae |Fernando Haro |Maya-Claire Glenn

Become a Watchdog today. Sign up to get the latest from Long Beach's independent, journalist-owned newsroom in your email. β€” or sign up with β€” Long Beach’s Department of Health and Human Services is requesting 350 volunteers to help in its street count of the unhoused population that will take place on Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025. Volunteers for the 2025 Homeless Point in Time Count must be at least 18 years old, attend a two-hour orientation and training prior to Jan.

Nov 5, 2024 | lbwatchdog.com | Jackie Rae |Fernando Haro |Anthony Pignataro |Brandon Richardson

On the Ballot — 6 min read Become a Watchdog today. Sign up to get the latest from Long Beach's independent, journalist-owned newsroom in your email. — or sign up with — Long Beach Watchdog reporters are spread throughout the city today talking to voters on this, the last day of the 2024 election. Here’s some of what Long Beach voters had to say. VETERAN’S PARK, 9:35 a.m.Sandra Allen, 64, was wearing a blue hat that said “Kamala” in cursive writing.

Oct 24, 2024 | lbwatchdog.com | Jackie Rae |Fernando Haro |Maya-Claire Glenn

Become a Watchdog today. Sign up to get the latest from Long Beach's independent, journalist-owned newsroom in your email. — or sign up with — As October turns to November, it’s time for Long Beach to celebrate Día de los Muertos with a parade on Saturday, Nov. 2. The parade will begin at 11 a.m. at the intersection of Pine Avenue and East Third Street and proceed down Pine until East Shoreline Drive.