Homeless Activity In Downtown Long Beach Hurting Businesses' Bottom Line

CBS Los Angeles

November 11, 2022

Employees at Modica's Deli in Downtown Long Beach have been serving hungry patrons for more than two decades.

But owner Orsa Modica told CBSLA Reporter Kandiss Crone that the rise in crime, homelessness, and illegal activity in the area are starting to severely impact business.

Just recently, a half-naked man walked into her restaurant, frightening Modica, customers and staff.

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