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Destiny Torres
she/her
General Assignment Reporter, Orange County
What I cover
I cover all things SoCal, from breaking news to local government, with a focus on Orange County. I keep a watchful eye on how public officials address the region’s most pressing issues, such as affordability and immigration.
My background
I previously covered Orange County government, reporting on how policy issues affect everyday life for residents.
My goals
I want to write diverse stories that inform, entertain and inspire change, while also holding those in power accountable.
Best way to reach me
Send your tips to me at dtorres@laist.com. I can also be reached privately on Signal. My username is @destinyt.31. You can follow this link to reach me there or type my username in the search bar after starting a new chat.
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Every ballot mailed in elections requires a voter’s signature. Here's a look at how the process to verify those signatures works.
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Union employees from OC Public Works, OC Waste & Recycling, and other departments are calling on the county to reach a labor deal.
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Sections of the coastal trail have been closed over the last two years.
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Veterans Affairs officials have about two months to decide whether to take their fight to the U.S. Supreme Court.
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Santa Ana voters have a lot of decisions to make at the ballot box this November.
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Metrolink points to a dip in ridership and increasing costs for budget woes.
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This measure will decide the fate of a sales take hike that currently brings in about $84 million every year. Should it be extended? Or allowed to expire?
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The move will allow the agency to accelerate coastal rail protections before El Niño.
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Big spending came from workers’ unions and a conservative donor group.
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Organizers say overwhelming community feedback led to its return to downtown.
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Drugs were found in her system at the time of the crash, according to prosecutors.
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Santa Ana is Orange County’s only sanctuary city. The City Council voted unanimously to adopt the new policy.
