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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There are multiple road closures and transit detours around downtown — with some that last through Saturday. -
The newest Magellanic penguin was born to proud parents Robbie “The Brave One” and Kate “The Flirt.”
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Deputy attorneys may still argue for the dismissal of sentence enhancements, but they will have to do so individually.
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The employees started organizing in 2017, after allegations about wage theft and other labor violations began cropping up.
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L.A. Unified Superintendent Alberto Carvalho attended the meeting to advocate for the increased restrictions and told the City Council that there is a “personal responsibility” to protect students.
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Los Angeles’ new chief heat officer will tackle a multitude of issues, including public cooling centers and building codes.
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The L.A. Justice Fund started as a pilot in 2017, but it excluded immigrants with criminal convictions. That’s now changed — and the pilot will continue.
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The union said if the County comes back to the bargaining table next week with "bad faith negotiations," then it's prepared to call a strike.
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Hundreds gathered to protest the likelihood that the Supreme Court will overturn Roe v. Wade, ending federal abortion protections.
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The board, composed of LGBTQ+ people and advocates, will seek input from the community and help improve the department’s practices.
