Caitlin Hernández
L.A. Explained Reporter
(they/them)
My job can look a little different depending on the day, but I'm always trying to build relationships between LAist and Los Angeles. I've helped answer thousands of questions, but my biggest joy comes from telling a good story.
While the Eastside was my home for the last decade, I'm now figuring out what the L.A. experience is like from the San Fernando Valley. In my free time, I consider myself a wannabe foodie who's trying to explore all the mind-blowing flavors I can. I think the word "y'all" deserves more respect.
Twitter: @caitlinherdez
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Here's what happened the night of Saturday, Jan. 21, 2023 in Monterey Park.
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The gunman has been identified as a 72-year-old man who took his own life in Torrance, hours after the shooting.
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The shooting was reported shortly before 10:30 p.m. Saturday as Lunar New Year celebrations were underway.
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The Storms Brought (A Lot) More Potholes. Here’s How To Get Money For Repairs If Your Car Is DamagedStep one: Pull out that phone and snag photos of the pothole and car damage.
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If you’ve ever seen a street name that has multiple versions like drive, place and road, this one’s for you. It makes little sense now, but there’s an old reason for it.
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Yes, it’s that bad now but there are things you can do to prepare.
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The ride took him nearly seven times longer, but Byron Rolfe didn’t want to miss his son’s “once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.”
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If you find yourself with some free time (ahem, maybe a canceled flight), keep yourself fed with these budget-friendly and locally-inspired restaurants.
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Get the rundown on getting the good spots, parking and road closures.
