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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 team arrived in L.A. on Sunday, the same day the U.S. and Iran announced a deal to end the war.
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The World Cup kicks off today, and so does a four-day fan festival at L.A. Memorial Coliseum.
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The workers had been pushing for better pay and protections against ICE.
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Your guide to stadium rules, First Amendment rights, ICE and travel to the 2026 World Cup.
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Workers are concerned about ICE's presence at the tournament. They're also pushing for more pay.
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The five county supervisors hold huge power in Los Angeles County and together represent more than 10 million people. That's more residents than most U.S. states.
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"We're gonna have a whole new host of problems" if ICE does detain people, L.A. County Sheriff Robert Luna said Monday.
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The council made the final vote Tuesday, pushing back a boost to $30 an hour for airport and hotel workers from 2028 to 2030.
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Los Angeles has the largest population of Iranians outside of Iran. The team's arrival is sparking excitement and uncertainty.
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Business leaders say they'll consider pulling a measure to repeal the city business tax if the council delays wage increases.
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It's 30 days until kick-off in Los Angeles. Organizers have built a regulation-size soccer field on top of the American football field.
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The host committee released a much-anticipated human rights plan this month. It mainly directs tournament-goers to existing resources and laws.
