Mike Roe
Arts and Entertainment (he/him)I cover arts and entertainment, from diversity issues to the latest theme park attractions. That means finding what's worth your precious free time and introducing you to your fellow creative Angelenos. I also host LAist's TV Pilot Club, where we discuss both what's great and what's problematic about our favorite shows.
I was born in California before growing up in the Pacific Northwest. But I'm happy to be back in my home state, working in our newsroom for more than a decade now.
I come from a mixed race background, Hawaiian and Puerto Rican on my mom's side. I work to always remember where I came from, seeking out stories that aren't from the same white-centered perspective we've read, seen, and heard our entire lives.
I love L.A. because it lets me work hard by day while also making creative work myself. After work, I write TV drama screenplays with my wife/writing partner and recently finished writing a book. And when I'm not writing, I'm probably grabbing comics and finding a good pizza place to eat from while I read them.
Email: mroe@scpr.org
Twitter: @MikeRoe
Stories by Mike Roe
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Arts and Entertainment
There are some invitation-only concerts for first responders coming up first. -
Politics
As the state prepares to fully reopen, the governor revealed what he wants to do with the state's $75.7 billion budget surplus.
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Health
Our minds have been on our minds a lot lately. Here's all you need to know about meditation apps, plus more ways to care for your mental health right now.
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Arts and Entertainment
What you can and can't expect at Disneyland/California Adventure, Universal Studios Hollywood, Six Flags Magic Mountain, and Knott's Berry Farm.
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News
Watch the full press conference and follow this post for updates.
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Housing and Homelessness
The IRE awards have been given for more than 40 years, recognizing the nation's best watchdog journalism.
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News
Newsom received the Johnson and Johnson vaccine from his own health secretary, Dr. Mark Ghaly.
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News
California made several announcements about expanding vaccinations Thurdsay. Read highlights and watch the full press conference here.
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News
Gov. Newsom is holding a press conference where he's expected to discuss the nomination.
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News
Vinyl lovers, start your turntables.
