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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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New research reveals that mountain lions are more nocturnal in areas with higher recreational activity like hiking and biking.
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The five-month investigation makes a series of recommendations for university officials and the campus police department.
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Jackie and Shadow fans are hoping for a better outcome, and more eaglets, after last season’s heartbreak.
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Officials said they even consulted a biologist to confirm no actual bear was involved in the alleged scheme.
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The controversial aerial plan would connect Dodger Stadium to Union Station in downtown Los Angeles.
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A win for Jurado adds another progressive to the L.A. City Council.
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L.A. politicians tried to resist President-elect Donald Trump’s policies during his last term. What can they do to fight this time?
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The fire was at 20% containment Thursday, but winds and weather are still a big concern.
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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.
