California privacy bill SB 1586 moves to governor’s desk
Editorial argues SB 1586 strengthens privacy rights in California by limiting state agency data collection, allowing individuals access and correction of records, and restricting disclosure. It cites bipartisan support, mentions co authors and prior vetoes, and urges governor Brown to sign into law.
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Senate
David Roberts
Hollywood
Dennis E. Carpenter
Newport Beach
Long Beach
George Deukmejian
Joseph M. Kenrick
Fred Chel
California
Brown
Scanners draw fire over crime scene meddling
The piece argues against morbid curiosity at disaster and crime scenes, noting crowds rush to scenes hampering responders. It cites CB radio and scanner use, federal law limits, and Long Beach moves to draft an ordinance banning scanners without police permission, while DOJ prosecutions rely on criminal purpose.
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Johann Seigman
John Seigman
Long Beach
U. S. Department of Justice
No Heroes Wanted An Opportunity Letters to the Editor
A reader criticizes civic leadership and the Queen Mary experience, recounting parking and pricing issues, and warns against grand prix spending. The letter advocates an art museum on the Queen Mary site, a bandshell for downtown concerts, and a better downtown marina, urging city council to focus on productive redevelopment.
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Long Beach
Wes Carroll
Ernie Kell
Las Vegas
John C. Bladen
Queen Mary
Jacques Cousteau
Agen
Hubbard
Ike
Locust Ave
Mave Fgaward
R.E. Wintermote
Outraged Citizens Protest Public Facility Fees in Long Beach
A Long Beach community letter condemns the Recreation Commission for charging tennis players to use public facilities and alleges concession deals with private supervisors for profit. The author urges immediate action to stop the charges and restore access, linking taxes and home losses discussed on a TV program.
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Long Beach
Long Beach Recreation Commission
Aya
Recreation Department
John-Murrin
Tay
Know Your Port: Long Beach Coke and Energy Costs
In the eighth Know Your Port feature on Long Beach, petroleum coke emerges as the port’s second largest export while high-sulfur fuel oil was replaced. The piece hints at Southern California Edison blaming rising electricity costs on importing low-sulfur fuel oil for clean air standards, and suggests linking the two parties to reduce energy costs.
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Long Beach
Southern California Edison Co
Hayes and County Board face 1887 system in modern LA
The piece argues Los Angeles County must reform its five member, multi role government to curb rising costs and staff amid a growing population. It endorses County Propositions A and B as a framework for a strong executive and accountable legislature to guide policy and public spending.
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Hayes
Los Angeles County
County Economy and Efficiency Commission
New York City
George Robeson Criticized Queen Mary Tour Heads
A columnist named George Robeson criticized the Queen Mary tour, its maintenance, and tour guides, but nine of ten survey responses graded the experiences as excellent or good. About 150,000 Southern California students viewed the Living Sea ice sculpture, while the Queen Mary Reporter offers tailored large headline newspapers at nominal fees.
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George Robeson
Southern California
George
Queen Mary Reporter
Long Beach Grand Prix Fan Speaks Up Amid Critics
A Long Beach Grand Prix supporter questions criticism of the event and defends its appeal and significance to fans and the city, noting the race's history and excitement.
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Long Beach
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