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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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A Sheriff's Commander says detectives had removed the surveillance cameras' digital recorder for the investigation into another shooting at the same location 11 days earlier.
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“I have concerns regarding the tactics employed,” said L.A. Sheriff Alex Villanueva.
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The budget committee approves a plan to forgive six months of rent.
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District 4 Councilman David Ryu introduced a motion Wednesday that aims to "crack down" on rowdy COVID-19 parties in Los Angeles.
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District 4 Councilman David Ryu introduced a motion on Wednesday that aims to ‘crack down’ on rowdy COVID-19 parties in Los Angeles.
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Compton Mayor Aja Brown joined city officials today to call out what they said is continued injustice inflicted on their community by L.A. County…
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Extreme grief and isolation are extremely real threats to your health. Experts worry the next pandemic will be a mental health one.
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Several activists and lawmakers want to remove the police from most mental health crisis situations. Some in law enforcement feel the same way.
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Several activists and lawmakers want to remove the police from most mental health crisis situations. Some in law enforcement feel the same way.
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The audit also recommends that the state release information to counties so they can better keep track of who’s received involuntary treatment.
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Sheriff Alex Villanueva said on Twitter recently that moves by L.A. County to reduce funding to his department would leave L.A. streets looking like “a scene from Mad Max.” On Facebook, he used the term "La Malinche" in reference to Supervisor Hilda Solis. Where is this headed?
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Additional actions and votes are needed before the measure would make its way to the November ballot. It is fiercely opposed by Sheriff Alex Villanueva.
