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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.
Stories by Cato Hernández
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Judge Robert Draper is accused of making irrelevant statements about race in court and sending inappropriate photos to colleagues.
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Mother skunks are normally peaceful — but they tend to get ornery if they’re protecting their offspring.
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Here's what you need to know about LACBA's ratings, one of the only ways for voters without a legal background to assess whether a candidate is qualified for the bench.
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We explored the grounds with the park’s unofficial ranger to learn the origin story.
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Superior Court judges oversee courtroom proceedings and trials across all of Los Angeles County.
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The 100-year-old route helped Black travelers to escape the Jim Crow South — but with sometimes deadly consequences.
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Superior Court judges oversee courtroom proceedings and trials across all of Orange County.
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As a study out of UC Irvine finds excessive lead near Vernon, advocates want retesting and an expansion of the clean up zone.
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The Maggie Hathaway Golf Course, one of the only places in the area to play, is named after an L.A. sports writer who advocated to integrate the sport.
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Scarlet monkeyflowers usually die quickly without water — but researchers noticed some made it through.
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Gas prices are rough right now, but it is possible to avoid paying an arm and a leg.
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The late, disgraced labor leader started out in L.A., leaving behind a big mark will have to be reckoned with.
