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Libby Rainey
What I cover
I cover the L.A. region and some of the big events that define it, from recovery after the Los Angeles fires to preparation for the 2028 Olympic Games. I also look at how Angelenos engage with the economy, their communities and the region.
My background
I've been at LAist since 2023. I started as a producer and had a stint as a reporter covering early childhood education before becoming a general assignment reporter. Before LAist, I covered labor at More Perfect Union and produced the daily global news hour Democracy Now! I grew up in South Pasadena, not far from the LAist newsroom.
My goals
I want my reporting to reflect the layered experience of living in Los Angeles. I'm interested in learning what people think about how the city works and what could work better. I also like to look at how big forces, like the economy, impact the experience of life here.
Best way to reach me
I would love to hear from you if you have feedback or thoughts on what I should be covering. You can reach me at lrainey@laist.com. You can also reach me on Signal. My username is @libbyrainey893.
Stories by Libby Rainey
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The city is currently negotiating with LA28 over public resources like policing and traffic control that will be needed to put on the Games.
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One man says he's been living in his car. Others say they need urgent cash to prevent homelessness.
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Tickets for the Olympics will go on sale in 2026. You can register in January for a chance to buy tickets.
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The motion from Council President Marqueece Harris-Dawson drew pushback at City Hall.
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Nearly a year after the fires, childcare providers say they need more help from the state to rebuild.
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The passenger ferries would run between Long Beach and San Pedro.
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A coalition is asking LA28 to take a stand against immigration sweeps.
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What you need to know about the games, tickets, teams and timing for the upcoming eight World Cup matches coming to Los Angeles. Opening match here is June 12, 2026.
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Huerta faces a misdemeanor charge after showing up at an immigration raid in June.
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The new additions include big donors, former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and White House Chief of Staff Reince Priebus.
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The 1984 Olympics made a profit and permanently changed the way the Games were financed. Here's how.
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For the first time, Paralympic climbing will be an Olympic competition in 2028.
