The Los Angeles Times has gone through painful staff cuts before, but the year-end buyout of up to 50 staffers this week could result in a staggering loss to its editorial brain trust. The departures include five bureau chiefs, from New York to San Diego, along with longtime fashion critic Booth Moore, columnist Sandy Banks, veteran food critic S. Irene Viribla and writers in medical, environmental and Op-Ed sections. “I...
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