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Beach Streets & World Cup Watch Party | Long Beach News

Long Beach is turning downtown into a festival paradise on Sunday, July 19th, with “Beach Streets: Kickin’ It Downtown” — streets closed to cars from 11 AM to 4 PM for biking, walking, and exploring local eats. Add in two free World Cup final watch parties (Spain vs. Argentina) at The Promenade and North Pine Hub, complete with giant screens, live music, beer gardens, and family fun — it’s the ultimate community celebration where soccer, street vibes, and local business thrive together. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/f43d0b751c1e258d

Valencia Park Shooting Leaves Community Shaken | Long Beach News

A man in his 30s died in Valencia Park after a gunshot wound, with police believing he knew the shooter — a chilling twist in an already tragic case. Authorities are urging anyone with info, no matter how small, to come forward as they work to bring justice for the victim and his family. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/b43d57eef13bb495

Fiesta del Rancho: History in Action | Long Beach News

Step back in time at Rancho Los Cerritos’ Fiesta del Rancho, where history came alive with immersive reenactments, vintage games, and live music—perfect for families seeking a fun, educational summer day steeped in local heritage. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/f448bbc119ba98d6

Long Beach Neighborhood Power-Up Events | Long Beach News

Long Beach is buzzing with community power this month as four neighborhood-led events ignite action and connection, all born from the city’s free five-month Neighborhood Leadership Program. Residents are stepping up to lead, offering hands-on tools for communication, diversity, problem-solving, and even grant-writing—all to transform their own blocks. Backed by the Port of Long Beach and local hubs, these events span two weekends: a career fair at Mark Twain Library, a green family fair at The Guidance Center, and an educational resource fair at MacArthur Park, each designed to empower locals with resources, skills, and opportunities to build a stronger, more vibrant Long Beach. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/c97e1ff10dd5b908

House Approves Bill to Kill the Penny | Long Beach News

The U.S. House just approved a bill to kill the penny — yes, the one-cent coin — because it costs nearly four times its value to make. Spearheaded by Rep. Robert Garcia and backed by Rep. Lisa McClain, the Common Cents Act would stop minting new pennies while letting existing ones stay legal tender. Businesses could round transactions to the nearest five cents, and the shift would take effect a year after passage. It’s not just the U.S. — Canada, Australia, and New Zealand already ditched their pennies with success. The bill also paves the way for a cheaper, redesigned nickel. With bipartisan support and a Senate vote looming, this could be the end of the penny era — and a smarter, more efficient currency system. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/46e3dbc9db1d6a17