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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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The San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors voted Tuesday to approve the Moon Camp project’s tentative tract map and environmental impact report.
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If approved, the more than 62-acre project would include 50 housing lots and a marina less than a mile from Jackie and Shadow's famous nest overlooking the lake.
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Officials say the changes are designed to improve access, engagement and participation.
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The U.S. Attorney's Office in Los Angeles announced the lawsuits Thursday morning.
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The positions include hotshot crews, helicopter teams, and dispatchers, to name a few.
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The Board of Supervisors was briefed on the budget during its regular meeting Tuesday.
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City Council members say they were surprised by the cost overrun.
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The new program officially launched this week and is looking for more volunteers.
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The replica booth inspired by Doctor Who had been carefully crafted by a renowned roboticist.
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Musicians and singers from every age group and skill level are welcome at the Mission Viejo shelter.
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Organizations that serve older adults are pulling back on services because of budget shortfalls while bracing for the effects of cuts to Medicaid.
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The city will have to argue why the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals should overturn the order.
