Beyond Longbeach

Editorial: Bring Back the Assault Weapons Ban

Jun. 15, 2016 / By

There are moments when as a member of the ethnic press we must leverage our collective voice, to push our nation’s leaders to act in the interest of the communities we serve. This is one of those moments.

‘Daze of Justice’ Film Highlights Long Beach’s Khmer Refugees

May. 18, 2016 / By
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The documentary explores the trauma of silence following the Cambodian genocide and highlights Long Beach voices.

Advocates Challenge Law Enforcement on How Prop. 47 Savings Should Be Spent

Apr. 13, 2016 / By
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California stands to save millions of dollars due to reductions in jail and prison populations from Prop. 47. Who will determine where the savings go?

Bakersfield’s Trans Community Demands Justice

Mar. 17, 2016 / By
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The indignity of being misgendered is a fate that has befallen too many in the trans community, even after they are murdered.

Immigrants Encouraged to ‘Take Action’ — Apply for DACA, Get Ready for DAPA

Mar. 8, 2016 / By

Immigrant rights advocates are encouraging families to get ready for the possible implementation of two programs that could go into effect later this year. Both programs provide beneficiaries with temporary relief from deportation.

Young People Reveal Holes in the Foster Care Safety Net

Feb. 29, 2016 / By
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Reforms to the foster system have gone into effect in California - Assembly Bill 12 now lets youth stay in foster care until age 21.