Iris Lee

Data Journalist

Iris Lee is a data journalist on the Los Angeles Times Data Desk. She previously reported for the San Fernando Valley Business Journal, covering healthcare and law. She graduated from the University of Southern California with a master’s in journalism and holds chemistry and international studies degrees from UC Irvine.

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California

Tanker truck catches fire and triggers explosions in South L.A., injuring 2 people

California

Tanker truck catches fire and triggers explosions in South L.A., injuring 2 people

A 9,000-gallon tanker truck leaking gasoline caught fire and triggered multiple explosions in South Los Angeles early Sunday, igniting surrounding structures and sending a huge column of black smoke into the air, authorities said.
What it’s like to go to school when dozens have been killed nearby

What it’s like to go to school when dozens have been killed nearby

Jaleyah Collier had just said goodbye to Kevin Cleveland outside a doughnut shop a few blocks from Hawkins High School on a spring afternoon in 2017.
California

Resources for students and families affected by violence near schools

California

Resources for students and families affected by violence near schools

Here is some information about violence near schools and what help is available for teens and their families.
California

What it’s like to go to school when dozens have been killed nearby

California

What it’s like to go to school when dozens have been killed nearby

Jaleyah Collier had just said goodbye to Kevin Cleveland outside a doughnut shop a few blocks from Hawkins High School on a spring afternoon in 2017.
Politics

California’s members of Congress are worth at least $439 million

Politics

California’s members of Congress are worth at least $439 million

Come January, California will lose the distinction of being home to the richest man in Congress.
Autos

Car dealers turn to new programs to appeal to buyers

Autos

Car dealers turn to new programs to appeal to buyers

As more consumers shop online for their vehicles or give up car ownership altogether, traditional auto dealers are being forced to adapt.
Business

Macy’s customers report delays with credit card transactions

Business

Macy’s customers report delays with credit card transactions

Macy’s had hoped for a rush of shoppers on Black Friday.
Business

Black Friday mayhem may be a thing of the past

Business

Black Friday mayhem may be a thing of the past

Chae Woong Bae and his girlfriend had steeled themselves to brave the Black Friday shopping chaos they’d watched on TV back home in South Korea.