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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State Farm is asking the state Department of Insurance to immediately approve its request. -
The 525-pound male was relocated to the Angeles National Forest after being found in the crawl space of the evacuated home. -
Two portions of the forest will remain closed for safety concerns and so the landscape can recover after the recent wildfires. -
Big Bear’s internet-famous bald eagle couple are getting another shot at parenthood. -
Big Bear’s internet famous bald eagle couple is getting another shot at parenthood. -
Court officials said it's one small way they can provide relief for affected communities. -
The library is looking for donations of native plant seeds that can help restore the ecosystem. -
Big Bear’s internet famous bald eagle couple is getting another shot at parenthood. -
Around 38,000 people are under evacuation warnings after the fire quickly grew to more than 10,300 acres. -
Wet weather and cooler days to bring relief.
