Caitlin Hernández
L.A. Explained Reporter
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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
What questions do you have about how L.A. works?
Caitlin Hernández explains what makes L.A. tick so that you can navigate our complicated city. If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Why is this like this and not like that? How does that work? Does it actually work?” then they want to hear from you. Share your question below.
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Evaluating judicial candidates is notoriously hard, but there are a few pieces of information you can look at to help with your decision.
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Lets explore how California's propositions work, how amendments, referendums and bonds get on the ballot, and why big spending deserves a close look.
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From dropping off your mail-in ballot to getting a replacement, we've got your questions about voting by mail in the March 5 primary election covered.
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We lay out the process under the charter, what’s on the agenda for next term and who you should follow to stay in the know.
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We got the numbers on the thorns in L.A. drivers’ sides: Potholes.
