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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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Provisional ballots surged in L.A. County -- here's what we know so far.
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California voters made it clear: they are not happy with the Trump administration and the Republican leadership in Congress.
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California's U.S. House elections are over. Now comes the hard part -- governing.
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Republicans are swimming against a riptide of late ballots that have been benefiting Democrats.
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California’s midterm election may be over, but there are still millions of ballots across the state to be counted, with a handful of local races still undecided.
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As the count goes on and on, we can guarantee that you're not as anxious as the candidates.
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The senior senator from California holds onto her seat. "We must come together as the great power we are," Feinstein tells supporters.
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Not on the roster? Turned away? Know your rights (and what to do) in case the unexpected happens.
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Early voting numbers ahead of Tuesday's election are up in California, but so is voter registration. Here's everything you need to know
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In the 39th Congressional District, one of the most competitive races in the nation, a Republican and Democrat are vying to win an open seat that could help determine which party controls the U.S. House.
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Sexual misconduct allegations against Los Angeles County employees sometimes took months and even years to resolve, a KPCC/LAist investigation found.
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A KPCC/LAist investigation found Los Angeles County has paid out millions in tax dollars to settle sexual misconduct claims against government employees. Those settlements represent just a fraction of overall complaints.
