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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We break down every type of flood notice from the National Weather Service and what you need to do at each step. -
Not all emergency agencies use the same language. Here’s your rundown on how evacuation orders work -
We’ve compiled dozens of tips to help get you through the rising temperatures in Southern California — from heat illness signs to finding a place to cool down. -
You may have noticed you're being bitten here there and everywhere this year. Enjoy being dinner for the pesky bugs. -
We all know LAX is a necessary evil, but can that ever change? Here’s your guide to the airport’s hacks, history and future. -
We’ve got a whole list of coffee shops, curated by locals. -
The dispensary will focus on brands that are owned by LGBTQ+ growers and people of color. -
Grace Baldridge and other queer artists have found a fanbase. But when will the mainstream Christian music scene catch on?
Stories by Cato Hernández
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