Long Beach Pride canceled, Huntington Beach cronyism, Soapbox race in DTLA — Saturday Edition
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Long Beach Pride was abruptly canceled hours before kickoff due to unmet safety paperwork deadlines, sparking outrage among organizers and community members. The city’s decision to spend $790,000 on a permanent fence at its main library—while homeless advocates say funds could have bought a mobile shower unit—has intensified scrutiny over resource allocation and equity. Meanwhile, Huntington Beach faces growing backlash over allegations of cronyism, including a $750,000 no-bid contract awarded to a city commissioner’s fiancé, fracturing the city’s MAGA coalition. On a lighter note, the Red Bull Soapbox Race returned to downtown LA after nearly a decade, spotlighting DIY creativity with teams like the Speedy Wieners, whose hot dog stand-inspired soapbox was built from cardboard and bicycle parts. The race, open to all ages and skill levels, blends engineering, artistry, and high-speed chaos—proving that fun and civic engagement can coexist.
Long Beach Pride was canceled due to unsubmitted safety paperwork, despite repeated warnings from the city.
The city spent $790,000 on a library fence while homeless advocates say funds could have bought a mobile shower unit.
Huntington Beach faces cronyism allegations after a $750,000 no-bid contract went to a city commissioner’s fiancé.
The Red Bull Soapbox Race returned to DTLA with 30 handmade carts, including a hot dog stand design built from cardboard and recycled bike parts.
College students from Cerritos College used the race as a platform to showcase technical talent and challenge perceptions about community college.
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Pride Canceled, Library Fence Sparks Outrage
“They were kind of pointing, well, you just spent $790,000 on a fence and you can't buy a mobile shower unit.”
Huntington Beach Cronyism Scandal
“The mayor had appointed that commissioner. Residents from across the political spectrum were outraged.”
Paddle-Out Protest Against Coastal Drilling
A spiritual surf ritual is being held at Refugio State Beach to protest the reactivation of a pipeline and new White House plans to open California’s coast to oil drilling.
Red Bull Soapbox Race Returns to DTLA
“I basically spent a month just trying to figure out how to make it stick on.”
Local Events & Weather Warnings
A cookie crawl celebrates National Chocolate Chip Day across northeast LA, while strong winds and dangerous rip currents are forecast for the weekend.
“They were kind of pointing, well, you just spent $790,000 on a fence and you can't buy a mobile shower unit.”
“I basically spent a month just trying to figure out how to make it stick on.”
“The mayor had appointed that commissioner. Residents from across the political spectrum were outraged.”
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mckenna kramer
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