Posts Tagged as "Violence Prevention"

Here Are Some Solutions Residents Say Will Quell Violence This Summer

Jul. 10, 2015 / By
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Last month was the most violent June in recent years with 18 shootings directed at people, five of them fatal, according to Long Beach police.

Remembering Keshawn: Youth Reflect On Preventing Violence in Long Beach

Apr. 15, 2015 / By
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The Long Beach community was shaken when 15 year-old Keshawn Brooks was killed last month in a robbery two blocks from his home.

Analysis: Looking Back At Violence Prevention Policy In Long Beach

Sep. 25, 2014 / By
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As the city implements its multi-pronged approach to violence prevention, what can be learned from looking back at violence prevention programs of the past?

LB Violence Prevention Plan Passes Amidst Criticisms

May. 29, 2014 / By
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By CSULB Senior Seminar Reporter Brittany Ballard and VoiceWaves Reporter Intern Ben Novotny

Trey Gaston, 20, from East Long Beach recalled times in high school when he would have to run, rather than walk, home from school...

Long Beach Violence Prevention Plan

May. 5, 2013 / By
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The City of Long Beach is currently developing a comprehensive Violence Prevention Plan. The city has convened an advisory committee composed of over 40 members...

Re-Imagining Violence Prevention

Mar. 21, 2013 / By
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The City of Long Beach recently kicked off a campaign to develop a Violence Prevention Plan...