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Cato Hernández
What I cover
I explain the context of today’s biggest issues by untangling convoluted systems, exploring how we got here and answering basic questions that get missed. That can look like digging into history or drawing up a new guide, which means I’ll read tons of documents so our audience doesn’t have to.
My background
I started at LAist in 2020 as an intern, snagging a reporter role in 2022. I’ve covered everything from ballot issues to creating a drought-friendly lawn. I’m also the lead author of our public-facing style guide, Dialogue .
My goals
Our region is varied and complex, and there are a lot of competing needs and perspectives about what's important. I want my coverage to help everyone make sense of what’s happening so we can all stay informed.
Best way to contact me
It can be tough to find answers to basic questions, so I want to hear from you about what needs more explanation. I can be reached by email at
chernandez@laist.com
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Stories by Cato Hernández
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Eligible homeowners are required to ask lenders for forbearance, which could be extended for up to a year.
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The building opened in 1925 with a lot of fanfare, but it’s faced a lot of ups and downs since.
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New data also suggests the Eaton Fire may have landed a harder short-term hit to the local economy than Palisades.
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The 2025 Park Needs Assessment found where L.A. could use new parks and repairs to current ones. The draft plan is open for public comment through mid-October.
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Valley fever mostly infects people who spend time outdoors in dusty areas. For Riverside County, that’s primarily been construction workers.
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The British passenger ship was popular with luxury travelers for decades, but it was also a distinguished wartime vessel.
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Commercial supersonic flight was all the rage in the 1960s, but officials had to get creative to avoid sound problems.
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Because of combustion concerns, putting them in checked luggage is a no-no.
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Declaring the lots a public nuisance allows the county to remove ash and rubble while charging owners for the work.
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A group of miners dug up parts of downtown in search of mythical millions in gold doubloons and tablets.
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The advice comes after a water outage caused by a faulty valve.
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Two chunks of a two-story home were slowly driven across LA. County overnight. We rode along to check it out.
