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 City Council approved the designation despite a report that said policy enforcement was failing. -
The multi-million dollar project spans from Van Nuys to Westwood. -
Officials said parks and fields within the affected neighborhoods should test for heavy metals in the soil. -
They still have a lot of growing to do, but Sunny and Gizmo should be weeks away from fledging. -
If you end up being accepted to help with anything from fan operations to team services, you’ll get an official uniform and certificate. -
The Wetlands and Wildlife Care Center is looking for donations and volunteers to help the more than 650 animals in their care. -
Saturday marks the first time a major orchestra has performed its own set at the Indio music festival. -
Thousands of donated dresses, suits, shoes, jewelry and accessories are available for students to pick from. -
Officials have attempted to shepherd the whale back out to sea for days. -
LA residents need to download the new MyLA311 app to keep making service requests on their phones, but officials said it’s for the better.
