Cato Hernández
L.A. Explained Reporter
(they/them)
Our region is one of endless experiences and needs, making it tough to find out what you want to know. So often, basic questions get overlooked and answers are bogged down by confusing jargon. I aim to help you make sense of big issues we’re facing, discover community and get resources in an easygoing way.
I started at LAist in 2020 and have stayed busy. I report for L.A. Explained and Queer LA, and I’m the lead author of our public-facing style guide, Dialogue. While I’ve lived in Los Angeles for more than a decade, I learn something new from people every day.
Twitter: @catoherdez
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From dropping off your mail-in ballot to getting a replacement, we've got your questions about voting by mail in the Nov. 5 general election covered. -
We lay out the process under the charter, what’s on the agenda for next term and who you should follow to stay in the know.
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We got the numbers on the thorns in L.A. drivers’ sides: Potholes.
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On a recent Tuesday, local artists performed live and joined a discussion on the music industry in Los Angeles.
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We've laid out the best sightseeing spots, nearby food recommendations and a whole lotta fascinating history
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From swanky 1920s movie screening room to Jesus Saves — the evolution of the Broadway building and a look to what could be next.
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We look at how the Great Depression and a long housing crisis shaped the programs we have today.
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As remnants of the past, this group of high-rise bridges links us to an abandoned future of what Los Angeles could have been.
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While SoCalGas isn’t expecting huge increases like last winter, it’s trying to help customers avoid any surprises.
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On a recent Thursday, we came back to the Crawford to chat about wellness in LGBTQ+ spaces. Learn a bit about the speakers and watch the event.
Stories by Cato Hernández
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