LA Times Staff to Stage Historic Walkout in Protest of Impending Layoffs

TL;DR Summary
Unionized Los Angeles Times staffers are planning a one-day strike, the first in the paper's 142-year history, in response to impending significant layoffs that could affect up to 20% of the newsroom. The staff is protesting management's request to weaken seniority protections in the union contract and the lack of transparency regarding the layoffs. The walkout comes amid financial struggles for the newspaper, with the owner reportedly losing $50 million annually. The union is demanding clarity on the layoffs, buyout options, and a clear plan for revenue growth from management.
- LA Times staff plans first walkout in paper’s 142-year history ahead of layoffs New York Post
- LA Times Guild calls for strike as owner warns of layoffs KTLA 5
- Los Angeles Times staffers stage walk-out to protest impending layoffs The Washington Post
- L.A. Times Guild calls for one-day strike to protest looming staff cuts Los Angeles Times
- L.A. Times union walks out in protest of 'substantial' coming job cuts POLITICO
Reading Insights
Total Reads
0
Unique Readers
1
Time Saved
2 min
vs 3 min read
Condensed
83%
524 → 90 words
Want the full story? Read the original article
Read on New York Post