PRINT — Over 50,000 Circulation
Randy Lewis, Los Angeles Times
https://lat.ms/2v5pLIJ | https://lat.ms/2vUtMQd | https://lat.ms/2B5hDrc | https://lat.ms/2VDXjXw | https://lat.ms/2HFToTA | https://lat.ms/2Pbs7N8 | https://lat.ms/35s2Apu | https://lat.ms/31699dS | https://lat.ms/2vQQF7g
Judges’ comment: With his incisive writing and observations, Randy Lewis thoroughly illuminates his subjects, whether sitting with musician John Prine during a tribute concert, describing the origins of the Coachella festival, or enduring at a theater a 65-hour, 22-movie Marvel movie marathon.
2nd Gary Baum, The Hollywood Reporter
PRINT — Under 50,000 Circulation
Jon Regardie, Los Angeles Downtown News
https://bit.ly/2SmUB8l | https://bit.ly/35j445N | https://bit.ly/2W962l8 | https://bit.ly/2VPfHhE
Judges’ comment: In his must-read Regardie Report, Jon has his finger on the pulse of L.A. politics and government. His superb analysis of the Garcetti years, the homelessness crisis, or pay-to-play politics earns him this award.
2nd Lina Lecaro, LA Weekly
3rd Hillary Davis, Daily Pilot
TELEVISION JOURNALIST
Christina Pascucci, KTLA
https://youtu.be/co6XChwgIvM | https://bit.ly/2PZu8wn | https://bit.ly/2wInioh | https://bit.ly/2TY1Eo2
Judges’ comment: Whether reporting from Antarctica, a military training base, or the streets of L.A. at night, Christina Pascucci gives the viewers a “you are there” feeling. Compelling, outstanding TV reporting.
2nd Lisa McRee, Spectrum News 1
3rd Giselle Fernandez, Spectrum News 1
RADIO JOURNALIST
Steve Chiotakis, KCRW
https://kcrw.co/2Yn9hIr | https://kcrw.co/3fa6qZ0 | https://kcrw.co/2zHbuUx | https://kcrw.co/2SnNZqg | https://kcrw.co/3aUvFeA | https://kcrw.co/3aZlFB7
Judges’ comment: With wry comments and revealing interviews, Steve Chiotakis provides the listener with fascinating explorations of both familiar and unfamiliar topics. Whether interviewing Dr. Lucy Jones about the impact of earthquakes on L.A.’s water supply, tracing the history of the Apollo space program, or waiting for a “grunion run” with a naturalist, Chiotakis is a terrific radio journalist.
2nd Deborah Zara Kobylt, Deborah Kobylt LIVE
3rd Deepa Fernandes, PRI’S THE WORLD, KCRW and KQED
ONLINE JOURNALIST
Joe Rubin, Capital & Main
https://bit.ly/3esMZKC | https://bit.ly/34DGIYa | https://bit.ly/2K7T9C9
Judges’ comment: Joe Rubin and Capital & Main are lauded for their public health investigations of lead contamination, which resulted in the closing of a Bay Area gun range and criticism of a lead-battery legislative bill. Excellent work.
2nd Spencer Custodio, Voice of OC
3rd Sahra Sulaiman, Streetsblog LA
ENTERTAINMENT JOURNALIST — Any platform
Chris Willman, Variety
http://bit.ly/2Lcvku9
Judges’ comment: With a deep understanding of the music industry, Chris Willman is able to write wonderful, in-depth portraits, such as his article on Brandi Carlisle. A terrific writer and observer, Willman is indeed the Entertainment Journalist of the Year.
2nd Daniel D’Addario, Variety
3rd Owen Gleiberman, Variety
SPORTS JOURNALIST — Any platform
Michael J. Duarte, NBC LA
https://bit.ly/2QGov6D | https://bit.ly/2QNMTmN | https://bit.ly/2KFPPym | https://bit.ly/2QLcmNw | https://bit.ly/2wCkvx5 | https://bit.ly/33KtGb3 | https://bit.ly/2QNDUBY | https://bit.ly/2WIGygj | https://bit.ly/2Ul209i | https://bit.ly/39qdOvD | https://bit.ly/3aiDhrS | https://bit.ly/2wBgF7i
Judges’ comment: Whether documenting L.A.’s year of heart-breaking athletics or portraying individual sports personalities, Duarte combines compelling quotes with expert analysis both in print and on-camera. An excellent sports journalist deserving this award.
2nd Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times
3rd David Jerome, Orange County Register
PHOTOJOURNALIST/VIDEOGRAPHER
Ringo Chiu, Associated Press
https://bit.ly/35i6unp
Judges’ comment: The terrific, stunning news shots of Ringo Chiu stop you in your tracks, no matter whether they are entertainment, sports or news photos. Outstanding captures of passing moments.
2nd Ernesto Torres, NBC LA
3rd Osceola Refetoff, KCET
