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Robert Garrova
What I cover
I’m always on the hunt for esoteric history and strange haunts since my first LAist/KPCC internship over a decade ago. And I break down complicated mental health stories in a place where the L.A. County jail is the de-facto mental health institution and the system of care can feel intractable.
My background
I started at LAist as an intern back in 2013. My public media journey includes time directing Marketplace with Kai Ryssdal and being very cold as a reporter in New Hampshire.
My goals
I want my coverage to fascinate and surprise SoCal residents, even the ones who have been here the longest. And I want my mental health stories to help people living with mental illness and their families understand complicated systems of care while feeling less alone in their journey.
Best way to reach me
I would love to hear from you if you have feedback or concerns about Explore LA or mental health stories. You can reach out by email, rgarrova@laist.com
Stories by Robert Garrova
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A group of about a dozen veterans have been studying the canon and inspiring their teacher.
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In all, county leaders plan to have 162 beds at the so-called Mental Health Care Campus, ranging from subacute psychiatric care to permanent supportive housing.
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The cherished yearly tradition brings cyclists of all kinds together in the early morning hours.
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One of the manuscripts dates back nearly 3,500 years.
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Since launching in 2024, the Unarmed Model of Crisis Response has diverted some 17,000 calls away from police and other first responders.
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The weekend event will include expert demonstrations and a bonsai marketplace.
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The Department of Homeland Security announced Sunday that it would freeze some reimbursements for its public assistance program.
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Southern California Marimba puts on salons where you can hear the couch-sized instrument in all its glory.
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The online gaming platform says it strongly disputes the claims.
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This year’s Rare Books LA will include more than 80 exhibitors and a $275,000 copy of Pride and Prejudice.
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A local wolf sanctuary has launched a campaign to keep gray wolf BEY03F safe while she’s in L.A. County.
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The City Council voted this week to increase fines in certain areas of its coastline during Spring Break.
