Makenna Sievertson
I cover the daily drumbeat of Los Angeles - the events, processes, and nuances that make this city such a unique place to call home.
One of my favorite things about growing up in Eagle Rock was getting to experience all of the different communities and cultures across L.A. My goal for my reporting is to help you make sense of everything this city has to offer and feel more connected with your neighbors.
Before joining LAist, I covered politics, crime, education, and entertainment as a writer for a local radio station. I was also a reporter for The Sundial and an anchor for KCSN, California State University, Northridge’s campus newspaper and radio station.
I also spent a few years working with the broadcast press corp in the House of Representatives. I helped coordinate media coverage for events like State of the Union, President Joe Biden’s Inauguration, and more than half a dozen state funerals. I received my masters in Journalism and Digital Storytelling from American University during my time in the nation’s capital.
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Some rideshare and public transit options are offering deals, discounts and even free services on Election Day. -
The full-scale space shuttle will be driven slowly down three city blocks this week in separate pieces.
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Proceeds from the sales will be allocated to affordable housing programs.
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It’ll still be several years until the Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center is ready for visitors, but the museum celebrated another major milestone with a “topping out.”
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It’s not “May Gray” or “June Gloom,” but an extended period of high pressure is causing similar conditions.
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The altar is an opportunity to mourn and celebrate dogs, cats, and other cherished companions for Día de los Muertos.
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Current Councilmember Paul Krekorian can’t run again because of term limits. Candidates Jillian Burgos and Adrin Nazarian are facing off for the seat.
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The former L.A. city councilmember has been sentenced to 13 years for tax evasion and racketeering conspiracy.
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The cameras track and record license plates as they drive through certain areas.
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Officials have warned people living in the area to have preparations in place for people and pets who may be disturbed by the sounds.
