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Kavish Harjai
What I cover
I use data analysis and investigative reporting techniques to cover public transportation, street infrastructure and the government agencies that are tasked with making it easier and safer to get around the greater L.A. area.
My background
I was born in New Orleans but mostly grew up in Binghamton, N.Y. I moved to New York City for college and worked as a video producer after I graduated. I made my way to California in 2021 for my master’s degree. Before joining LAist in 2025, I was a data reporter for the Associated Press. I was based out of the downtown L.A. bureau and collaborated with my colleagues across the country to report on trends in state policy.
My goals
Generally, my journalism will explore the varying and sometimes competing visions for the future of transportation in L.A., as well as the powerful interests that influence what policy choices are made. I will also regularly provide updates on major transportation projects and help empower our audience to participate in the local decision-making process.
How to contact me
I love to hear from readers and listeners who have feedback on stories or ideas for what I should cover. I especially love tips that help me do important accountability journalism that unearths stories hidden behind closed doors or deep within spreadsheets. Feel free to hit up my email at kharjai@scpr.org. If you prefer, you can find me on Signal, where my user name is @kharjai.61. You can also follow this link to reach me there. For instructions on getting started with Signal, see the app's support page.
Stories by Kavish Harjai
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Any changes to the composition of L.A. Metro’s Board need to be approved by state lawmakers.
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LA Mayor Bass previews ‘fare-free’ system as she takes the Metro Board chair gavel for a second timeAt the annual Metro State of the Agency event, Bass named system safety, affordability and reliability as her main priorities.
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On Thursday, the Metro Board will vote on a recommendation that could reshape the governing body of the countywide transportation system.
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The moratorium is in place as city staff work on a proposal for a permanent citywide ban that would block new drive-thrus in Culver City.
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In the suit, the contractor alleges that the city of L.A. is misplacing blame in construction-related disputes and refusing to extend contract deadlines.
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The city council will consider a citywide ban on new drive-thrus following a proposal for a new In-N-Out location near Blanco Park in Culver City.
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The city sent ballots to owners of over 580,000 parcels in an effort to address a backlog of streetlight repairs. More than 80% of the votes cast said no.
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The $400 million Metro project will add dedicated bus lanes along a more than 12-mile-long stretch of Vermont Avenue in Los Angeles.
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The city had requested six additional years to ready the projects for construction.
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It’s the first FIFA World Cup game of the season in the U.S., which is hosting the tournament with its neighbors, Canada and Mexico.
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The agency is offering up to $130,000 for entry-level recruits.
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There will be shuttles directly to the matches from locations across L.A. and Orange Counties.
