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Hosted by Times Columnist LZ Granderson, the evening ceremony recognized outstanding literary achievements in 13 categories
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Among the awards, Times Columnist Sammy Roth was named Journalist of the Year
The following announcement was made by Executive Editor Terry Tang: I’m very happy to announce promotions for Mariel Garza and Susan Brenneman in the Opinion Department.
Considered to be the most prestigious award in sports journalism, the Red Smith Award is given annually to a writer or editor who has made major contributions to the field.
Tang is the first woman to lead the newsroom in The Times’ 142-year history. In her role, she will oversee the newsroom and Opinion section.
Additionally, The Times’ investigation into counterfeit prescription pills being sold in Mexican pharmacies, by Staff Writers Connor Sheets, Keri Blakinger and Brittny Mejia, was recognized as a finalist in two categories.
The Los Angeles Times and Spectrum News 1 received a Golden Mike Award on Saturday for an installment of “Hear Me Out,” which aired on “L.A. Times Today.”
Los Angeles Times Launches ‘L.A. Times Politics’ Newsletter to Guide Readers Through Election Season
Written by Columnist Anita Chabria, “L.A. Times Politics” will help readers make sense of the news in an environment of uncertainty — with a laser focus on what national events mean to the Golden State.
The three award-winning L.A. Times staff writers take on new reporting roles that build on their experience and bring increased coverage of critical topics.
The five reporting interns from Southern California schools will be covering entertainment, the Latino community, breaking news, lifestyle and politics.
The veteran journalist has run the Company Town team since 2016, overseeing a number of groundbreaking investigations. He’ll manage a newly combined department focused on both business and entertainment industry coverage.
In her new role, the former city editor will oversee the L.A. Times’ largest department, the engine of its newsroom.
Wiley will focus on the Bay Area and North Coast, Gomez on the Central Valley and Vega on the Inland Empire.
Sarah Mosqueda will focus on expanding The Times’ regional food coverage, building on her experience in Orange County as both a reporter and restaurateur.
The veteran journalist’s promotion reflects her wide responsibilities and the important role she plays across the newsroom overseeing the copy editing process as well as helping run major projects and initiatives.
Both former assistant editors, they will oversee coverage around breaking news and trending topics and help lead the department’s expansion.
The former television critic will have a wide berth to write about the biggest stories of the day, ranging from politics and international affairs to pop culture and identity.
Most recently at the Hollywood Reporter, she will cover the entertainment industry with a focus on the challenges facing major Hollywood studios during a period of upheaval, cost-cutting and technological change.
She’ll oversee staffers focusing on three distinct disciplines: Times’ varied digital platforms, social video and news partnerships.
She brings her experience in magazines, marketing and other brands to her new role, working closely with editors to define the look and feel of The Envelope and contribute to the larger entertainment space.
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