Makenna Sievertson
I cover the daily drumbeat of Los Angeles — the events, processes, and nuances that make this city such a unique place to call home.
One of my favorite things about growing up in Eagle Rock was getting to experience all of the different communities and cultures across L.A. My goal for my reporting is to help you make sense of everything this city has to offer and feel more connected with your neighbors.
Before joining LAist, I covered politics, crime, education, and entertainment as a writer for a local radio station. I was also a reporter for The Sundial and an anchor for KCSN, California State University, Northridge’s campus newspaper and radio station.
I also spent a few years working with the broadcast press corp in the House of Representatives. I helped coordinate media coverage for events like State of the Union, President Joe Biden’s Inauguration, and more than half a dozen state funerals. I received my masters in Journalism and Digital Storytelling from American University during my time in the nation’s capital.
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New research reveals that mountain lions are more nocturnal in areas with higher recreational activity like hiking and biking. -
The five-month investigation makes a series of recommendations for university officials and the campus police department. -
Jackie and Shadow fans are hoping for a better outcome, and more eaglets, after last season’s heartbreak. -
Officials said they even consulted a biologist to confirm no actual bear was involved in the alleged scheme. -
The controversial aerial plan would connect Dodger Stadium to Union Station in downtown Los Angeles. -
A win for Jurado adds another progressive to the L.A. City Council. -
L.A. politicians tried to resist President-elect Donald Trump’s policies during his last term. What can they do to fight this time? -
The fire was at 20% containment Thursday, but winds and weather are still a big concern. -
It’ll apply to many tenants in the county’s unincorporated areas. -
A fast-burning fire in the mountains was pushed by exceptionally strong and dry Santa Ana winds, burning thousands of acres, destroying homes and forcing evacuations.
