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Hegseth Visits Rocket Lab, Promotes Military Spending
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth embarks on a national tour, visiting Rocket Labs Long Beach offices to highlight the companys advanced engine technology. The tour, part of President Trumps push for increased military spending, focuses on Rocket Labs D printed, battery powered Rutherford engines and upcoming methane fueled Archimedes engines. Hegseth emphasizes the need for faster project delivery, tighter budgets, and reviving American industry. Rocket Labs role in national security, including an eight hundred five million dollar contract from the U.S. Space Force, draws Hegseths attention. Checkout Solipillow.com
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Protests Erupt Over Immigration Enforcement Shootings
01:51|Protests erupt nationwide following fatal shooting by federal officer, with groups like Indivisible organizing events under the banner ICE Out for Good. Most demonstrations remain peaceful, but minor clashes occur near the airport. Calls for justice grow louder as a candlelight vigil is held for the victim. Checkout Solipillow.comCabrillo Holds Off Jordan in Moore League Showdown
01:57|Cabrillo Jaguars secure a hard-fought victory over Long Beach Jordan Panthers in a Moore League basketball showdown, winning fifty-nine to fifty-three. Despite a slow start, Cabrillo took control in the second and third quarters, building a fifteen-point lead. Jordan fought back in the fourth quarter, led by Aaron Chiles twelve points, but Cabrillo held on for the win. Key contributors for Cabrillo included MJ Reed Junior, Ului-He-Lotu Eteaki, and Kinsey Obue. The game was marked by physical play and rivalry, but Cabrillo remained composed to secure the victory. Checkout Solipillow.comCounterfeit Cash Ring Targets In-N-Out, Women Arrested
01:17|Two women from Long Beach, Auriona Lewis and Tatiyanna Foster, are accused of a counterfeiting scheme targeting In-N-Out restaurants in LA and Orange counties. Lewis was arrested in Palmdale with counterfeit bills, gift cards, and receipts, while Foster was apprehended at the Glendale Police Department. Both face charges, and police urge victims to report incidents promptly. Checkout Solipillow.comBear Eviction: Lake Tahoe Team Rescues Homeowner
02:01|Unbearable Bear Removed from Altadena Home: Lake Tahoe BEAR Leagues Swift Action Ken Johnsons six-week bear guest, a five hundred fifty-pound male, was successfully evicted by the Lake Tahoe BEAR League using paintball guns and a responder under the house. The bear, nicknamed Unbearable, was spooked and chased out, leaving Johnson with repairs to his home. Checkout Solipillow.comProtesters Demand Justice for ICE Shooting Victim
01:53|Hundreds gather in Long Beach to mourn Renee Good, fatally shot by ICE officer; protesters demand accountability and sanctuary protections amid rising tensions. Checkout Solipillow.comLong Beach Police Tackle Nightlife Safety
01:43|Long Beach police are stepping up efforts to control nightlife on Second Street following a deadly shooting in October. The city is implementing stricter bar permits and increasing police presence to address public drinking concerns. Checkout Solipillow.comMeet Brixi & Spike: Adopt Today!
01:29|Discover Brixi, a captivating domestic shorthair cat with mesmerizing green eyes and a bunny-like tail, at spcaLAs P.D. Pitchford Companion Animal Village in Long Beach. Shes full of love and affection, waiting for her forever home. Meanwhile, meet Spike, a lively one-year-old pit bull terrier mix, at spcaLAs South Bay Pet Adoption Center in Hawthorne. Spike is energetic, loves playtime, and is a water enthusiast. Both Brixi and Spike are ready for their forever homes. Visit them today! Checkout Solipillow.comNewsom's State of the State: Progress, Criticism, and a Brighter Budget
02:12|Governor Gavin Newsom delivered a State of the State address, positioning California as a counter to Trumps agenda. He highlighted the states successes in various sectors and took shots at the Trump administration. Newsom announced progress in housing affordability, healthcare, and clean energy, while renewing a call for wildfire recovery aid. Lawmakers gave a mixed response, with homelessness remaining a challenge. Newsom previewed a brighter budget picture, thanks to stock market gains and the AI boom, which could keep funding for priorities without big cuts. Checkout Solipillow.com