Layoffs at the Los Angeles Times

The Los Angeles Times has undergone another round of layoffs on the business side following previous staff cuts. The newspaper's owner cited financial reasons for the cuts, with dozens of employees across various departments being let go. This is part of a trend in the news industry where layoffs and buyouts have been common.

Rise of Independent Journalists in the News Industry

Independent journalist Marisa Kabas broke the story of the Trump administration's order to freeze spending on federal loans and grants, leading to the administration rescinding the order. Her scoop highlights the rise of independent journalists who work outside of traditional media outlets and market themselves as brands.

Revamped 'CBS Evening News'

The revamped 'CBS Evening News' saw a temporary increase in ratings after Norah O'Donnell's departure, but experts predict the spike will not last. Critics describe the new anchor team as 'stodgy' and the program remains behind ABC and NBC in ratings. The new format focuses on in-depth storytelling and cost-cutting measures.

Impact of AI on News Industry

The boss of MailOnline warns that newsroom tie-ups with AI companies will not save the industry, expressing concerns about tech giants stealing website traffic. Some publications are partnering with tech companies due to fears that readers may prefer AI-generated summaries over independent media content. DMG Media is investing in MailPlus to boost subscribers while also relying on online advertising revenues from MailOnline.

Google blocking news articles in California

Google is restricting access to news articles in California in response to the California Journalism Preservation Act, which would require tech giants to pay publishers for news content.