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Eric Bailey

Gardena, Los Angeles
As seen in: Taylor & Francis Online, Winnipeg Free Press, Healthcare Business Today, Beachcomber, Long Beach Current
Covers:  My most covered topic tends to be hard news, but I'm just as polished with sports, arts, and op-eds.
Doesn't Cover: There haven't been any topics that have deterred me from writing about them.
I’m a published journalist and photographer. I’m a husband and a father. I’m a proud Black man who realizes the importance of Black lives and how they matter.
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Prop 19 Changes Taxation of Transferred Home Property

Prop 19 Changes Taxation of Transferred Home Property

Beachcomber — Homeowners in the coming months will start to see the effects of Proposition 19, which will drastically change tax rates when property is transferred. Originally placed on the Nov. 3 general election ballot, Proposition 19 creates added responsibility of taxation on those inheriting property to create tax benefits for people age 55 or older, those with disabilities and residents displaced by wildfires and other natural disasters.
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Essential worker to 'Who Wants to be a MIllionaire' contestant - Daily Forty-Niner

Essential worker to 'Who Wants to be a MIllionaire' contestant - Daily Forty-Niner

Daily 49er — The past year has been rough by any conceivable measure-with canceled commencement ceremonies, a retracted job market, and of course, the biggest disruption to public health in a century. Regardless of how many negatives 2020 brought, I was fortunate enough to take away some positives from it.
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'Monlaco Speedway' Concerns Residents

'Monlaco Speedway' Concerns Residents

Beachcomber — Residents of the Sleepy Hollow neighborhood don't have to scuddle down to Ocean Boulevard to get a glimpse of the Long Beach Grand Prix, though the community may not cheer on their local speedsters with the same vigor.
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Long Beach Transit Adds Rotating Art to 1st Street Transit Gallery

Long Beach Transit Adds Rotating Art to 1st Street Transit Gallery

Beachcomber — Long Beach Transit celebrated National Art Day by launching a new public art collaboration with local artists and organizations at the First Street Transit Gallery Oct. 25.
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COVID Concert Series Music Brings Cheer During Uncertain Times

COVID Concert Series Music Brings Cheer During Uncertain Times

Beachcomber — As Naples Strings, a locally based violin ensemble approached their twenty-fifth outdoor performance two weeks ago, the trio continues to deliver music in a time that has all but decimated the live art scene. A client to professional artists and a staple to the wedding and private ceremony circuit, the trio founded by Elaine Tubinis in Naples, Calif.
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LB Transit 'Getting Back to Normal'

LB Transit 'Getting Back to Normal'

Beachcomber — Though the sounds of cars whizzing by and foot traffic from businesses slowly reopening may start to fill the pathways of Atlantic Avenue, it's difficult to distinguish hearing buses running up and down the road. However, not so far back in our distance memories that may have been one of the only sounds heard.
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Certified Personal Trainer Jared Rodriguez brings a Brand of Fitness that Perfectly Embodies the ...

Certified Personal Trainer Jared Rodriguez brings a Brand of Fitness that Perfectly Embodies the ...

santamonica.gov — by Eric Bailey We recently interviewed a variety of   to hear their unique story and perspectives.  Read on to hear about these small business owners throughout our City.  Black-owned Business Owners   in Santa Monica This is Part 12 in a series.
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Certified Personal Trainer Jared Rodriguez brings a Brand of Fitness that Perfectly Embodies the ...

Certified Personal Trainer Jared Rodriguez brings a Brand of Fitness that Perfectly Embodies the ...

santamonica.gov — by Eric Bailey We recently interviewed a variety of   to hear their unique story and perspectives.  Read on to hear about these small business owners throughout our City.  Black-owned Business Owners   in Santa Monica This is Part 12 in a series.
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Santa Monica Black-Owned Businesses and Entrepreneurs (Part 9 in a Series)

Santa Monica Black-Owned Businesses and Entrepreneurs (Part 9 in a Series)

santamonica.gov — by Eric Bailey We recently interviewed a variety of  Black-owned Business Owners   in Santa Monica  to hear their unique story and perspectives.  Read on to hear about these non-profit leaders and small business owners throughout our City.  This is Part 9 in a series.
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The legacy a real life superhero leaves behind: One student's tribute to Chadwick Boseman - Daily...

The legacy a real life superhero leaves behind: One student's tribute to Chadwick Boseman - Daily...

Daily 49er — What seemed like a pretty routine evening of going out to dinner and seeing a movie with my then-girlfriend would turn out to be one of the most noteworthy days throughout my adult life. That relatively warm Saturday evening on April 13 was the kind of one where the sky was clear with a nice breeze suitable enough for patio seating at the restaurant.
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Getting Masks to Those in Need

Getting Masks to Those in Need

Beachcomber — Wednesday afternoons for most people typically signify the halfway mark of a mundane workweek. For a group of motivated teens meetings via Zoom weekly, particularly for a local one, Wednesdays mean getting masks to those who need them.
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City Looks to Extend Eviction Moritorium

City Looks to Extend Eviction Moritorium

Beachcomber — Long Beach City Council looks to modify the city's eviction moratorium for those impacted by COVID-19 set to expire July 31, in anticipation that the county's ordinance may not provide the same protections. The City Council met July 7 to discuss the upcoming expiration of the eviction moratorium that will expire at the end of this month.
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Beach tennis player looks to make the best of a short season and a long isolation - Daily Forty-N...

Beach tennis player looks to make the best of a short season and a long isolation - Daily Forty-N...

Daily 49er — Usually lively with the sounds of the Long Beach State tennis team trying to defend its Big West Championship title, the Rhodes Tennis Center is now empty and quiet. It's been eerily silent since the last game played March 10, a 5-2 win against the University of Memphis , giving the Beach (8-4) their eighth win in 12 games this season.
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Student workers face hour shortage and unemployment in wake of pandemic - Daily Forty-Niner

Student workers face hour shortage and unemployment in wake of pandemic - Daily Forty-Niner

Daily 49er — Preparing the meals for thousands of students is not easy, but for Larissa Simmons, a fourth-year healthcare administration major, it's a routine. Working as the Parkside College Dining Hall shift leader, this routine for Simmons has been a part of her college-life for the past three years.
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When it comes to health, coronavirus closures are a necessary evil - Daily Forty-Niner

When it comes to health, coronavirus closures are a necessary evil - Daily Forty-Niner

Daily 49er — The answer is yes even if you yourself are not in too much danger, some of the people you could spread it to would be. With the decision made to suspend all face-to-face classes on campus, many CSULB students have had mixed responses to the handling of the situation.
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Beach Pantry hosts pop-up to reach out to students - Daily Forty-Niner

Beach Pantry hosts pop-up to reach out to students - Daily Forty-Niner

Daily 49er — The Associated Students Inc. Beach Pantry hosted a one-day pop-up market to offer assistance to students after President Jane Close-Conoley sent out an email Tuesday morning calling for the reduction of use to the University Student Union. The pantry is normally located in USU-313, but the event was held on the West Patio to help encourage and maintain social distancing practices.
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Long Beach State tennis loses to LMU at home - Daily Forty-Niner

Long Beach State tennis loses to LMU at home - Daily Forty-Niner

Daily 49er — The Long Beach State women's tennis team fell behind early in doubles and were unable to fight back in singles, losing 4-0 to Loyola Marymount University Thursday at the Rhodes Tennis Center. Looking to bounce back from a 3-4 road loss to the University of Hawai'i, the Beach (6-4) came back home looking to get back to winning versus the Lions (4-2).
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Students spill the tea on who they want to win the Democratic Primary - Daily Forty-Niner

Students spill the tea on who they want to win the Democratic Primary - Daily Forty-Niner

Daily 49er — "Most likely Bernie. I haven't been super involved in everything, but I'm more of a liberal person. I really like his ideals, including free healthcare, free education, and I know there's things you do have to do for that. It doesn't just appear. It's not easy, but I think he's the most ideal for this country."
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A Super Tuesday rundown - Daily Forty-Niner

A Super Tuesday rundown - Daily Forty-Niner

Daily 49er — As students of voting age, many people at Long Beach State with the opportunity to vote will be taking ballots to vote centers on March 3. However, with so many candidate statements, debates and town halls it might be difficult to know who believes in what.
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Long Beach State women's tennis add to winning streak vs. St. Mary's - Daily Forty-Niner

Long Beach State women's tennis add to winning streak vs. St. Mary's - Daily Forty-Niner

Daily 49er — The Long Beach State women's tennis team wrapped up its weekend with a 4-0 victory against Saint Mary's College on Saturday at the Rhodes Tennis Center. Picking up where they left off after a win against Oregon on Friday, sophomores Emma Bardet and Wiktoria Rutkowska paired together to get a win in doubles.
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BEACH WEEKLY SPECIAL | DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY PRIMER | Pete Buttigieg - Daily Forty-Niner

BEACH WEEKLY SPECIAL | DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY PRIMER | Pete Buttigieg - Daily Forty-Niner

Daily 49er — In this episode of the Daily Forty-Niner Democratic Presidential Primary Primer, host Eric Watson-Bailey dives into presidential candidate and mayor of South Bend, Indiana Pete Buttigieg. Watson-Bailey discusses Buttigieg's platform and explores issues such as healthcare, college tuition and the climate crisis.
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CSULB gets high-tech with its shade - Daily Forty-Niner

CSULB gets high-tech with its shade - Daily Forty-Niner

Daily 49er — Six solar charging stations have been added to the umbrella seating-area located between the Psychology Building and 49er Shops Bookstore. The units were manufactured by ZON Technology, a business founded by CSULB alumna Sarah Akin who graduated in 2001 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts.
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CSULB and Long Beach Transit going green - Daily Forty-Niner

CSULB and Long Beach Transit going green - Daily Forty-Niner

Daily 49er — Long Beach Transit and Long Beach State Parking and Transportation Services are continuing commitments to reduce emissions by expanding the number of zero-emission, battery electric powered buses. Long Beach State is working to reduce greenhouse gases emitted from single commuters driving to campus.
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'Take the A Train' to LA/Long Beach

'Take the A Train' to LA/Long Beach

Beachcomber — After nearly a year of refurbishments, the Metro Blue Line is set to reopen Saturday, Nov. 2 with new amenities, faster travel times, and a new name. The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority, more commonly known as LA Metro, has spent nearly a year upgrading and renovating their oldest rail line to decrease travel time from Downtown Long Beach to Downtown Los Angeles.
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