Los Angeles Local News Initiative names award-winning local journalism and media leader Kristen Muller as founding executive editor | What's New | Los Angeles Local News Initiative

The Los Angeles Local News Initiative appointed Kristen Muller as its founding executive editor, aiming to enhance local journalism in the L. A. region. The initiative plans to launch neighborhood publications across L. A.

County, expanding from its initial community-centered model in Boyle Heights. With over $17 million raised, the organization will focus on original, fair, and accurate reporting while collaborating with other local media to ensure broader access to journalism. Muller, who has a proven track record in local journalism, highlighted the importance of creating news that connects communities and holds power accountable. The initiative is actively seeking to fill several key positions, including managing editors and heads of audience, as it prepares for its launch later this year. This effort is particularly significant given the drastic losses in local journalism resources in recent years.