Los Angeles Times Managing Editor Sara Yasin resigned Monday amid the turmoil gripping the newsroom in advance of deep staff cuts that are looming. Read more: L.A. Times Executive Editor Kevin Merida to step downThe Times has faced heavy financial losses as print subscribers dwindle and advertisers migrate to other online platforms to reach consumers. "Preserving democracy is contingent upon a free and robust press, and the LA Times has been instrumental in upholding this democratic principle." She oversaw L.A. Times Studios, which was hard hit by a round of layoffs in December. "I’m grateful to Kevin for giving me this opportunity, and to all of you who welcomed me here and helped me adapt to this city and the L.A. Times," Yasin wrote. "

Source: Los Angeles Times January 22, 2024 20:56 UTC