Brianna Lee
I build relationships with people who have a stake in our reporting, and find creative new ways to reach our audiences. As part of our Civics & Democracy team, I focus on making local government and elections accessible, and highlighting all the ways people can flex their individual power to make change in their communities. If you've ever used Voter Game Plan to help fill out your ballot, chances are you've used a guide that I wrote (especially if it's for an obscure, down-ballot office).
Previously, I spent four years as our newsroom’s social media lead, spearheading social strategy and engaging audiences on our digital platforms. I love comics and zines, and am always looking for ways to incorporate them into our journalism.
Before working here, I wrote about immigration and international affairs for the International Business Times, Council on Foreign Relations and WNET in New York City. I’m originally from San Francisco, but am not really into the whole NorCal vs. SoCal thing.
I love all of the Asian food in Los Angeles. All of it.
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What’s under discussion, how they connect to L.A.’s past scandals, and what L.A. City Councilmembers have said about them so far. -
Frustrated with local politicians? One of the best ways to hold officials accountable is to pay attention. Here’s how. -
More than two-thirds of people housed went into temporary housing. -
In a conversation Wednesday with LAist’s show AirTalk, Bass said her office is doing a “deep dive with the numbers.” -
Here's how Mayor Bass did on her campaign promises on homelessness during her first year in office. -
We’re tracking Bass’ progress toward her campaign promises on homelessness, and we need your help. -
Members say that neighborhood councils can't advocate effectively for L.A. residents because they're stuck in a maze of rules and regulations, communication failures, and bureaucratic roadblocks. -
Want to get involved at the hyperlocal level? Your neighborhood council is an official megaphone to City Hall. -
Redondo Beach is the first city in L.A. County to allow voters to rank candidates in order of preference, instead of picking just one. -
Hay siete candidatos en la boleta electoral y tres candidatos que no aparecen en la boleta pero por los cuales se puede votar escribiendo su nombre en la elección especial del Valle de San Fernando para ocupar el puesto de la exconcejal Nury Martínez.
