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Ken DoctorMarch 22, 2018

Newsonomics: Is Tronc about to go on the market?

Even without the L.A. Times, it still controls a lot of important newspapers. Will it sell them to Gannett, Murdoch, local individuals in each city — or to yet another private equity firm looking to strip papers for parts?

Ken DoctorJuly 6, 2017

Newsonomics: There’s a newspaper chain that’s grown profits for the past 5 years, and it’s looking to buy more papers

Because it’s privately held, Hearst isn’t as big a part of industry conversations around the future of newspapers as its publicly traded peers. But it’s charting a path forward and ready to open its checkbook to expand.

Ken DoctorAugust 4, 2014

Ken Doctor: Five questions about Tribune Publishing on its first day of life

The company, including flagship papers in Los Angeles and Chicago, now stands on its own. Can it navigate the next stage of its life — potentially into a new owner?

Ken DoctorFebruary 27, 2014

The newsonomics of the print orphanage — Tribune’s and Time Inc.’s

Media companies are racing to spin off their declining print businesses. Unfortunately, the way they’re doing so could drag them down further.

Ken DoctorApril 25, 2013

The newsonomics of the Koch Brothers and the sales of U.S.’ top metros

Will some of America’s top newspapers find themselves bought by owners motivated by political ideology more than civic duty?

Caroline O'DonovanApril 24, 2013

Wrong narratives may outweigh wrong facts, but reporting with respect means getting both right

A discussion on reporting in traumatic situations — “Sandy Hook and Beyond” — highlights the gaps in perception between those being covered and those doing the covering.

Ken DoctorJanuary 24, 2013

The newsonomics of Tribune’s metro agony

For interested buyers looking at the numbers of Tribune newspapers, one bright spot will stand out: the price.

Justin EllisNovember 14, 2011

Can Twitter advertising really work for newspapers?

Athletes and celebrities have been successful in making money endorsing products on Twitter, but for news organizations, big money remains elusive.