Caitlin Hernández
L.A. Explained Reporter
(they/them)
Our region is one of endless experiences and needs, making it tough to find out what you want to know. So often, basic questions get overlooked and answers are bogged down by confusing jargon. I aim to help you make sense of big issues we’re facing, discover community and get resources in an easygoing way.
I started at LAist in 2020 and have stayed busy. I report for L.A. Explained and Queer LA, and I’m the lead author of our public-facing style guide, Dialogue. While I’ve lived in Los Angeles for more than a decade, I learn something new from people every day.
Twitter: @caitlinherdez
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Valverde’s death comes after the city of L.A. honored her last year with a dedicated square. -
Certifying elections is an important part of our civic process that ensures things are complete and accurate.
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Despite the cease and desist letter they’ve received from the city, Alex and Daisy De La Rosa say they’ll continue to make the DIY repairs.
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This is how the infamous SigAlert originated as a Cold-war era defense messaging system.
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Follow the latest results for L.A.'s Measure HLA.
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Follow the latest results for the California State Assembly.
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Follow the latest results for the California State Senate.
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Follow the latest results for L.A. County Superior Court judges.
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Watch this space for live results once the polls close.
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An Election Ratings Guide For LA’s Judges Can’t Shake Bias Allegations. How Do You Decide Your Vote?Multiple judicial candidates shared that the L.A. County Bar Association rating’s process left them with different fairness concerns.
