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Robert Garrova
What I cover
I’m always on the hunt for esoteric history and strange haunts since my first LAist/KPCC internship over a decade ago. And I break down complicated mental health stories in a place where the L.A. County jail is the de-facto mental health institution and the system of care can feel intractable.
My background
I started at LAist as an intern back in 2013. My public media journey includes time directing Marketplace with Kai Ryssdal and being very cold as a reporter in New Hampshire.
My goals
I want my coverage to fascinate and surprise SoCal residents, even the ones who have been here the longest. And I want my mental health stories to help people living with mental illness and their families understand complicated systems of care while feeling less alone in their journey.
Best way to reach me
I would love to hear from you if you have feedback or concerns about Explore LA or mental health stories. You can reach out by email, rgarrova@laist.com
Stories by Robert Garrova
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Thirty artists will have their work on billboards across L.A. this May, thanks to The Billboard Creative.
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The Santa Monica City Council has passed the ordinance allowing for to-go drinks on the pedestrianized shopping destination as early as June.
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The three-block shopping strip could become a new Bourbon Street if early morning to late at night outdoor drinking is allowed.
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The comedian who has been open about her addiction and recovery is headlining a fundraiser for Phoenix House, which offers treatment and prevention services.
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Workers won better pay and benefits, but did not get all they were asking for.
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Kaiser therapists, psychologists and social workers have been picketing in California since October.
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The filing meets a deadline set by a Superior Court Judge who called the situation at the Downey facility “untenable.”
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County officials say they're watching the jail population growth closely as it could make it harder to meet the needs of all incarcerated people, particularly those with mental health issues.
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Since the January wildfires, people and organizations that serve musicians and other artists have stepped up to help.
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The 44-year-old man is accused of using a chainsaw to cut down eight trees in downtown Los Angeles.
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The move comes a week after a state board reaffirmed its finding that the LA County facility is unsuitable to house youth.
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The event will include author talks and free gift cards to local indie bookstore Octavia’s Bookshelf.