Who is the new owner of the LA Times?
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Asked by: Rick Cox
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Who now owns the Los Angeles Times?
Patrick Soon-Shiong
Against this backdrop the paper’s staff voted to unionize in January 2018. The following month Tronc announced that it was selling the Los Angeles Times to Patrick Soon-Shiong, a local biotech billionaire, for $500 million.
Who is the CEO of the LA Times?
Chris Argentieri is President and Chief Operating Officer of the Los Angeles Times, overseeing all the business operations of The Times.
Is the owner of the LA Times Chinese?
He is the inventor of the drug Abraxane, which became known for its efficacy against lung, breast, and pancreatic cancer.
| Patrick Soon-Shiong | |
|---|---|
| Title | CEO of Nantworks LLC Owner of Los Angeles Times Owner of San Diego Tribune Minority owner of Los Angeles Lakers |
| Spouse(s) | Michele B. Chan |
| Children | 2 |
| Chinese name | |
Who is the managing editor of the LA Times?
Sara Yasin has been named a managing editor for the Los Angeles Times. Yasin will oversee the daily news operation as part of The Times leadership team beginning April 18. Sara Yasin has been named a managing editor for the Los Angeles Times.
When did the Chandlers sell the LA Times?
2000
In 2000, the Chandler family sold the paper and its storied building to the Tribune Media Company. But the power of the LA Times was shrinking dramatically, with the internet and new media steadily decreasing circulation numbers.
How much to buy the LA Times?
$500-million
Billionaire Patrick Soon-Shiong reaches deal to buy L.A. Times and San Diego Union-Tribune. The nearly $500-million deal will return The Times to local ownership after 18 years.
How many employees does the LA Times have?
4,285
Los Angeles Times Communications, LLC has 4,285 total employees across all of its locations and generates $930.82 million in sales (USD).
