Bob Foster, Long Beach’s late mayor, loved having a good time while he was making the city better during tough times. So what better way to celebrate his life than to have a party? That’s what ...

Some of Bob Foster’s closest buddies would call him “The Bear” because of his tough way as Long Beach’s mayor of dealing with political and business issues. But others liked to call him a “Teddy Bear” ...

Former Long Beach Mayor Bob Foster, who led the city through the Great Recession and whose vision led to the town’s new Civic Center, died on Sunday, Nov. 30, according to his family. He was 78.

The Long Beach community honored and celebrated the life and legacy of former Mayor Bob Foster, sharing memories, stories and laughter. Many shared how Foster had positively impacted their lives in ...