Downtown Sacramento preparing for holiday rush despite recent business closures
While the downtown area has seen some businesses shut down, including Punch Bowl Social and most recently Echo & Rig, other opportunities are opening up.
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A California native, Kayla was born in the coastal town of Monterey, and spent her formative years in the Bay Area. She is thrilled to be back in NorCal reporting only an hour and a half from home.
While attending the University of Kentucky, she not only delved into the realms of journalism but also explored political science and theatre. As an Air Force cadet, she honed her discipline and commitment, traits that continue to resonate throughout her career.
Kayla kickstarted her professional journey amidst the challenges of the pandemic in 2020, immersing herself in the heart of South Los Angeles. There, she dove into local politics and community storytelling and covered city council proceedings in the City of Hawthorne. Her career took her to Seattle in 2022 where she tackled issues surrounding homelessness and climate change.
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While the downtown area has seen some businesses shut down, including Punch Bowl Social and most recently Echo & Rig, other opportunities are opening up.
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