Cato Hernández
What I cover
I explain the context of today’s biggest issues by untangling convoluted systems, exploring how we got here and answering basic questions that get missed. That can look like digging into history or drawing up a new guide, which means I’ll read tons of documents so our audience doesn’t have to.
My background
I started at LAist in 2020 as an intern, snagging a reporter role in 2022. I’ve covered everything from ballot issues to creating a drought-friendly lawn. I’m also the lead author of our public-facing style guide, Dialogue.
My goals
Our region is varied and complex, and there are a lot of competing needs and perspectives about what's important. I want my coverage to help everyone make sense of what’s happening so we can all stay informed.
Best way to contact me
It can be tough to find answers to basic questions, so I want to hear from you about what needs more explanation. I can be reached by email at chernandez@laist.com.
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Thousands of Angelenos were in Elysian Park to celebrate the Dodgers' back-to-back World Series win. -
It all came down to one precious asset. -
Almost half of the $828 million payout will be paid in just a few weeks. That means the county will shell out close to $5 billion between this and an historic settlement approved earlier this year. -
A San Fernando Valley resident has died after contracting a severe case of the virus. -
A little over a half mile of the Grand Avenue will be packed with free art and music activities from popular L.A. cultural institutions. -
The goal is to help families dress up without spending money and reduce landfill waste. -
Farmers once banded together to save the area, which had more cows than people. -
The annual mosquito season is ending, but some problematic breeding water sources may have been refilled. -
The settlement isn’t final yet, but it’s for a second batch of civil claims from people who said they were abused as children while under the county’s care.
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A shortage of air traffic controllers creates lengthy delays — but how does it affect safety?
