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Long Beach tenants launch campaign aiming to prevent substantial remodeling evictions in the city

Apr. 1, 2021 / By and
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Closing the substantial remodeling loophole in the state's law would prevent landlords in Long Beach from using substantial remodeling of a unit as a no-fault just-cause for eviction.
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Young adult expansion of Medi-Cal benefits many, but also highlights other age groups’ healthcare benefits needs

Mar. 30, 2021 / By
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The expansion has benefited many young adults throughout the state, but organizers say it has also shown how there continues to be a need for further expansions of benefits.
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Explaining California’s expansion of full scope Medi-Cal for undocumented youth ages 19 to 25

Mar. 16, 2021 / By
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Full scope Medi-Cal coverage for undocumented youth ages 19 to 25 first began in January 2020. This guide answers some questions you may have about these benefits.

Feb. 25, 2021

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Long Beach youth share how they’ve coped with pandemic-related anxieties

Feb. 10, 2021

IN PHOTOS: Long Beach organizations take to the streets to advocate for Medicare for All

Jan. 29, 2021

VIDEO: VoiceWaves explains Long Beach’s food deserts

Oct. 30, 2020

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Long Beach youth and officials discuss importance of youth voting at online forum

Oct. 29, 2020

VIDEO: VoiceWaves youth speak on their experiences growing up in Long Beach

Oct. 14, 2020

Tenants march in downtown Long Beach, calling for protection from harassment by landlords