Ben Welsh

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Long Beach renter Larry Watson hasn’t had running water in his apartment for at least two years.

Tenants vs. Landlords in Long Beach

Long Beach renter Larry Watson hasn’t had running water in his apartment for at least two years.

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Mayor Garcetti has vowed to change the culture of the LA Fire Department. It's a major consideration as he searches for the city's next fire chief .

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Mayor Garcetti has vowed to change the culture of the LA Fire Department. It's a major consideration as he searches for the city's next fire chief .

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