Journalist &
Producer
Los Angeles
In Northeast LA, a fight for the future of the native black walnut tree
Black walnut trees are essential in LA’s ecosystems and indigenous cultures. That’s why some residents are pushing to preserve and repopulate them.
KCRW
Black walnut trees are essential in LA’s ecosystems and indigenous cultures. That’s why some residents are pushing to preserve and repopulate them.
KCRW
September 2023
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Hug vs. harm: Sierra Madreans split over how to handle black bear boom
In sleepy Sierra Madre, an uptick in bears has spurred the city to declare the animal a “public safety threat.” But locals and officials aren’t sure how to handle the ursine explosion.
KCRW
In sleepy Sierra Madre, an uptick in bears has spurred the city to declare the animal a “public safety threat.” But locals and officials aren’t sure how to handle the ursine explosion.
KCRW
July 2023![]()
LA hotel workers hit picket lines for better wages, affordable housing
Thousands of SoCal hotel workers are on strike to demand better pay and benefits. More than 60 hotels and Unite Here Local 11 haven’t reached a new contract.
KCRW
Thousands of SoCal hotel workers are on strike to demand better pay and benefits. More than 60 hotels and Unite Here Local 11 haven’t reached a new contract.
KCRW
June 2023![]()
Queer joy is more important than ever during a tense pride month
LGBTQ+ Angelenos speak about the significance of embracing community and celebration amid a growing tide of hate.
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LGBTQ+ Angelenos speak about the significance of embracing community and celebration amid a growing tide of hate.
KCRW
June 2023![]()
Why women are leading the fight for rent control in Southeast LA
The movement to bring tenant protections to the small cities of SELA was sparked by conversations involving a very different topic — reproductive justice.
En espanol
KCRW
June 2023![]()
