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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The properties are in Pasadena, South Pasadena and El Sereno. -
Los Angeles is home to more than half a million Filipinos, and some have their eye on one cardinal contender. -
Officials plan to nearly double the number of machines, called “community health stations,” over the next few months. -
Officials are asking home gardeners and local farms to stay vigilant this spring gardening season. -
Arroyo Hondo Preserve in Santa Barbara is now home to the next generation of trout from Topanga Creek. -
Many of the demonstrations for workers’ rights have also become an indictment of President Donald Trump’s stance on immigration. -
Mayor Karen Bass' executive actions are intended to streamline the rebuilding process and ease financial pressures for residents after the deadly and destructive Palisades Fire. -
Geocaching is a worldwide hobby where people hide containers for others to find outdoors. Southern California's passionate community is gathering on May 3. -
He admitted to failing to disclose financial interests in decisions and will have to pay nearly $19,000, which will go into the city’s general fund. -
Rescuers have received thousands of calls about dolphins, sea lions, birds and other animals who need help.
