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Makenna Sievertson
What I cover
I cover the daily drumbeat of Southern California — the events, processes and nuances that make it such a unique place to call home. I break down government meetings, evolving policies and community events with a focus on the housing and homelessness challenges confronting some of our most vulnerable residents.
My background
I’ve been helping audiences make sense of Southern California since I started at LAist in 2023. After growing up in Eagle Rock, I wrote and reported for L.A.-area radio stations, covering emergency services and entertainment and more. I defected to the East Coast for a few years to coordinate broadcast media coverage in the U.S. Capitol.
My goals
I want my reporting to help readers make sense of everything the region has to offer and feel more connected with their neighbors — whether they’re across the street or across the county.
Best way to contact me
I would love to hear your feedback, questions and ideas. You can reach me by email at msievertson@laist.com. Or if you have a tip you’d like to share more privately, you can reach me on Signal. My username is @makennas.78. You can follow this link to reach me there or type my username in the search bar after starting a new chat. For instructions on getting started with Signal, see the app's support page.
Stories by Makenna Sievertson
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It’ll apply to many tenants in the county’s unincorporated areas.
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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.
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Former state Assemblymember Adrin Nazarian won the race to replace Paul Krekorian.
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Kevin de León ran for a second term, despite previous calls for his resignation. He faced Ysabel J. Jurado on the ballot.
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Current Councilmember Paul Krekorian can’t run again because of term limits. Candidates Jillian Burgos and Adrin Nazarian are facing off for the seat.
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From kittens, birds, and manatees — we’ve got you covered.
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"I mean, this is something that means so much to so many people around the world and just, we're, we're lucky to have this."
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A parade will run through downtown L.A. and a special ticketed event is heading to Dodger Stadium.
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People have been complaining about a rotten egg, sewage like smell near the ocean.
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A federal judge ordered the Bruins limited and interim access until next summer.
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If you worry about getting pickpocketed, here are some tips for making yourself a tougher target.
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Kevin De León se postula para su segundo término, a pesar de los llamados anteriores a su renuncia. Se enfrenta a Ysabel J. Jurado en la boleta electoral de noviembre.
