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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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The state attorney general’s alleges that officers “allowed and, in some instances, encouraged” 69 fights among the youth. The 30 officers are charged with child abuse and endangerment.
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Could music be prescribed for conditions such as generalized anxiety disorder? Researchers, musicians and at least one local company think it's possible.
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Brandon Jay started the Altadena Musicians website where people can donate instruments to musicians affected by the fires.
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About 50 people gathered Tuesday at La Cañada Presbyterian Church for the second meeting of what they call ‘The Order of the Phoenix.’
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A state board found last year that the county repeatedly failed to meet minimum staffing requirements at the facility.
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The county is still a long way from its goal of reducing response times to 30 minutes on average, so it is exploring ways to incentivize qualified job candidates.
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Gov. Gavin Newsom sent a letter to Kaiser and the union president urging them to settle the strike through mediation.
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Displaced Altadena residents grieve and support their neighbors as they wait in line for mail.
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Around 38,000 people are under evacuation warnings after the fire quickly grew to more than 10,300 acres.
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Mental health experts say the stress of the fires can cause underlying mental health issues to flare up for people recovering from addiction.
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With charred earth all over L.A. County, officials are preparing for possible mudslides in burn areas.
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Mayor Karen Bass’ order is intended to expedite debris removal, obtaining building permits and setting up temporary housing.
