Libby Denkmann
Senior Politics Reporter (she/her)I’m allergic to elected officials dodging tough questions and I strive for nuanced, inclusive conversations about civic life.
I’ve been a reporter and radio producer for more than 15 years. In our newsroom, I help lead election coverage and I try to help you understand how your government should work for you. I’m also a regular fill-in host for our public affairs show AirTalk, which airs weekdays from 10 a.m. to noon on 89.3 KPCC.
Los Angeles gives us many gifts, and I find the best show up when I brush off the car-centric stereotype and walk somewhere. You can’t beat an afternoon hike from Echo Park to Dodger Stadium for a day game — taco breaks required. My journalism career began at the CBS Radio affiliate KIRO in my hometown, Seattle, while I was on the way to graduating from the University of Washington. In my downtime, I enjoy playing video games and singing songs to my dog.
Stories by Libby Denkmann
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Politics
A panel of three judges paused Carter’s far-reaching homelessness injunction, which orders the city and county of L.A. to offer shelter to everyone on Skid Row by October 18. -
Politics
A poll of more than 10,000 voters found just 36% currently favor replacing Newsom, while 49% plan to vote “no” on a recall.
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Politics
As budget analysts pour over billions in proposed city spending, Black Lives Matter-LA and partner organizations presented their vision for public safety and community building to the Los Angeles City Council.
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Politics
Secretary of State Shirley Weber said Monday that recall sponsors have exceeded the required number of verified signatures to qualify for the ballot.
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Housing and Homelessness
Judge David Carter is known for bold, unpredictable actions aimed at forcing public officials to take greater responsibility for homelessness.
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Politics
Hours after the Mayor released his 2021-22 budget proposal, U.S. District Judge David O. Carter slapped the city and county with a far-reaching order demanding more accountability for spending on homelessness initiatives.
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Politics
The voter-approved ballot measure promotes alternatives to incarceration and direct investments in communities.
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Politics
L.A.'s Mayor wants to fund the largest guaranteed income experiment in the U.S.
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News
About 15,000 fans — situated at safe distances — will be on hand for a game that will feature the presentation of the team's 2020 World Series rings and the raising of the championship banner.
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Politics
The 25th Congressional District is likely to be a key race to decide the partisan balance of power in the House in 2022.
