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Some Big Changes in LA's Journalistic Landscape
The LA Weekly has been sold and the Tribune Company says it’s ready to consider offers for the LA Times. Plus, the Director of the Griffith Observatory on the new look of an old and beloved landmark.
By Warren Olney • • 30m ListenThe LA Weekly has been sold and the Tribune Company says it’s ready to consider offers for the LA Times.Plus, the Director of the Griffith Observatory on the new look of an old and beloved landmark.
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2 storiesSome Big Changes in LA's Journalistic Landscape
The Tribune Company says it's ready to consider offers for the Los Angeles Times . The so-called "alternative" LA Weekly has already been bought out by New Times Media , a chain which once tried--and failed--to compete with the Weekly. Yesterday, it was announced that Jill Stewart, a principal writer for New Times LA, will be…
Read the story12 minGriffith Observatory Reopens
The Griffith Observatory has been closed for five years. After a week of private advance showings it will open again to the public tomorrow. Admission to the observatory is still free, but reservations will be required for a while, and there's no parking at the top of the hill. There will be a charge for shuttle rides from Hollywood…
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