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Mary Plummer
What I cover
As managing editor for enterprise reporting and investigations, I oversee many of the newsroom’s editor and reporter teams. I love local news and supporting the journalists who cover our communities.
My background
I started my broadcast career at ABC News, and since then, I’ve worked at nonprofit newsrooms. Most of that time has been right here at LAist (yes, all the way back to the KPCC days). I’ve held a variety of roles, including as a radio producer, political correspondent and senior editor. I’ve also worked as an investigative reporter covering local government and the California state prison system.
I’ve lived in Southern California for over two decades and grew up in Anchorage, Alaska.
My goals
Our newsroom puts community first and brings great rigor and care to all that we do. We’re here to watchdog local government, help you navigate L.A. and Orange counties and shine light on the people and stories that make Southern California so special.
I’m proud of the groundbreaking investigative work produced during my time here. Our watchdog reporting has inspired legislation, helped change federal policies that blocked veterans from housing and increased transparency measures at the L.A. City Council.
I’m also a big believer in people-powered reporting. Earlier in my career, I helped pioneer many of our community engagement projects, and I’m excited about the innovative work we continue in this area. So often, our best stories are informed by you.
Best way to reach me
By email at mplummer@laist.com. You can also send us ideas or tips here.
Stories by Mary Plummer
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The Los Angeles County Registrar's office confirmed a list of 23 candidates late Wednesday who will face off in a special election for the 34th Congressional District on April 4.
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Los Angeles County voters head to the polls on March 7. We are back with voting tips to help you count your way down to Election Day.
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Local primary elections across Los Angeles County are just about a month away. To help you get ready, we are back to answer your questions with the Human Voter Guide.
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While L.A. Mayor Eric Garcetti has been in the national spotlight, his reelection bid has gained little attention. But it's time to ask: how has he done?
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In the wake of President Trump's call for an investigation into widespread voter fraud, California's Secretary of State called the statements "a flat-out lie."
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Listen to five Southern Californians with different political perspectives share their thoughts as Donald Trump becomes the country's 45th president.
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The proposal would ramp up public financing for qualified city office candidates and bar corporate donations, special interest money or significant self-financing.
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Gov. Jerry Brown prepares to announce his budget proposal Tuesday against a backdrop of lower state revenues and threats of federal funding cuts.
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Some congressional offices report ticket cancellations following Donald Trump's presidential election, but others say there's steady interest in the inauguration.
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Kate Kenealy will serve temporarily pending confirmation of Congressman Xavier Becerra as California attorney general.
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Salud Carbajal, replacing the retiring Lois Capps in the 24th Congressional District, says Marine Corps boot camp wasn't as tough as freshman orientation.
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Eleven candidates so far have thrown their hats into the ring to represent the 34th U.S. Congressional District in Los Angeles, which includes Eagle Rock and Chinatown.
