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News Corp to Launch The California Post in Los Angeles in Early 2026

It seeks to fill gaps in California reporting by combining a daily print tabloid with dedicated digital platforms

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Mock-ups of the California Post show the parent company intends to keep its signature style.
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Overview

  • The New York Post Media Group has begun building its Los Angeles newsroom under veteran editor Nick Papps
  • The California Post will operate as a standalone arm of News Corp’s Post Media Group, tapping national newsgathering and shared resources
  • Unveiled mock-up covers showcase the tabloid’s signature sensational front pages and include the Page Six gossip section
  • The outlet will publish a daily print edition alongside integrated digital, social, audio and video channels
  • The launch targets a state where the New York Post draws 3.5 million monthly uniques in Los Angeles and 7.3 million statewide while local outlets face cutbacks ahead of major 2026 events