In a significant blow to the Los Angeles Times, the renowned newspaper announced its plans to lay off at least 115 employees, which translates to over 20% of its newsroom staff. This move marks one of the largest staff cuts in the newspaper's 143-year history.
The decision to implement these layoffs comes on the heels of a walkout by the LA Times Guild last Friday. This action represented the first-ever newsroom union work stoppage at the institution. Matt Pearce, president of the Media Guild of the West, expressed his disappointment, labeling Tuesday as a 'dark day.' He revealed that at least 94 union members would be let go as a result.
