Experts don’t know how much gas prices may rise from the revised California climate program, which tightens standards and gives incentives for low-carbon fuels. The board ordered an annual review of the cost impacts.
A sales tax to fund homeless services, a tax on power plants to shore up Long Beach’s budget and a school bond measure that raises property taxes all held strong leads in early returns.
City Prosecutor Doug Haubert has emphasized diverting people away from jail; he says a tough-on-crime proposition will actually help him do that.
Voters swung tougher on crime and favored local tax measures to support homeless services and the city budget.
The new route means travelers headed out of Long Beach can now fly directly to the D.C. area.
Caltrans considered keeping the bridge partially open but decided shutting it down completely was the fastest, safest option. Detours are still being worked out.
It’s currently illegal, but the City Council is looking at options to permit cannabis sales and consumption at large gatherings. There is concern, however, about secondhand smoke and other health risks.
The funding comes from the U.S. Department of Emergency Management Agency’s Port Security Grant Program.
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