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Listen Listen
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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The group Ornaments for Altadena is accepting holiday decoration donations.
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Forest Lawn Memorial Park’s latest exhibit fittingly is all about flowers.
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Officials are aiming to reopen the 7-mile stretch of road by spring. It was closed in 2023 due to landslides.
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Wasteland Weekend is all about souped-up rust buckets, spikey costumes and an ‘ideal apocalypse.’
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The Shadow the Scientists initiative at UC Santa Cruz strives to demystify astronomical research.
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If state regulators approve the increase, ratepayers could see a 10% increase in the coming months.
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"Listening Hour" sessions are where people can find collective healing by sharing their stories.
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Built in 1933, the colossal building known as “The Great Stone Mother” is poised to be the anchor of a city within a city.
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A growing community of collectors are sharing their obscure horror flicks and other physical media.
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New work-requirement rules scheduled to go into effect in early 2026 could leave more than 200,000 Angelenos at risk of losing their CalFresh benefits.
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KPBJ 95.9 FM grew out of a love for this part of L.A.... and a bit of luck.
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A new creative residency aims to bring multidisciplinary artists to a 500-square-foot cabin in Tujunga.
