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Destiny Torres
she/her
General Assignment and Digital Equity Reporter
What I cover
I cover all things SoCal, from breaking news to local government. I also report on digital equity, covering access, affordability and the impacts of inequities.
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.
Stories by Destiny Torres
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Questions have been raised about why the city would give up on the much-needed money.
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Public Health said it investigated a localized outbreak in Central L.A. and is currently looking into a second outbreak in Santa Monica.
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School board officials say it's seen more students opt into its Virtual Academy as the ongoing immigration activity continues across the region.
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Soccer league parents, coaches, and advocates say the move privatizes public fields and ousts young athletes.
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Crowley filed the claim Wednesday alleging she was defamed and retaliated against after speaking up about the department's operating budget.
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At least 16 birds have been treated from the Venice, Redondo, Malibu and the South Bay areas, according to International Bird Rescue.
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After officials responded, the mountain lion was eventually tracked down and euthanized.
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UC officials say a payment of this scale would “completely devastate” the university system.
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The closure begins at 9 p.m. Friday and lasts through Monday morning and is part of the subway extension project.
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Only 12,000 of the exclusive TAP cards will be released starting Aug. 15.
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Malibu’s water boil notice was lifted Friday, according to L.A. County Public Works.
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The city says the district experienced low water pressure as a result of a Caltrans bridge project at Solstice Canyon.
