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New York Post to Launch Los Angeles-Based California Post, Promising Diverse Coverage for a Changing State
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On August 4, 2025, the New York Post Media Group (NYPMG)—the parent company of The New York Post, Page Six, and Decider—announced its bold move to the West Coast with the creation of The California Post, a Los Angeles-based daily newspaper and multimedia venture set to launch in early 2026. The new outlet promises a blend of fearless journalism, entertainment news, and in-depth reporting for California’s diverse and dynamic communities, with distribution across print, digital, and social platforms.
The California Post will be headquartered in Los Angeles, assembling a team of editors, reporters, and photographers tasked with covering stories that resonate across the Golden State. In addition to leveraging the national resources of NYPMG, the new outlet is positioning itself as a chronicler of California’s place as a global center for culture, business, and politics.
The California Post’s editorial helm will be taken by veteran journalist Nick Papps, who previously served as News Corp Australia’s West Coast correspondent. Papps will report to Keith Poole, New York Post’s top editor, whose scope and oversight have expanded to include the new venture.
In a statement, News Corp CEO Robert Thomson emphasized the need for a new journalistic voice in the region: “Los Angeles and California surely need a daily dose of The Post as an antidote to the jaundiced, jaded journalism that has sadly proliferated,” Thomson said. “We are at a pivotal moment for the city and the state, and there is no doubt that The Post will play a crucial role in engaging and enlightening readers, who are starved of serious reporting and puckish wit”.
California is home to one of the world’s largest and most vibrant LGBTQ+ populations, with Los Angeles long recognized as a key hub for queer culture, activism, and media. The California Post’s launch comes at a time when inclusive and representative media coverage is more important than ever for LGBTQ+ residents. Although the launch announcement did not specifically reference LGBTQ+ issues or coverage, the growth of a major media outlet in the region presents both opportunities and challenges for diverse communities.
Media representation directly impacts how LGBTQ+ people are seen, heard, and understood in society. According to GLAAD, inclusive media coverage is crucial for challenging stereotypes and providing visibility for transgender people, queer youth, and other marginalized groups. The California Post has the opportunity to spotlight stories from California’s LGBTQ+ communities, covering everything from Pride events and legislative battles to local heroes and cultural moments.
Inclusive reporting not only serves LGBTQ+ readers but enriches the broader public’s understanding of California’s diversity. Advocates in the state note that as media landscapes shift, the need for accurate, nuanced, and affirming coverage of all identities remains urgent. The California Post’s editorial direction—and its willingness to engage with LGBTQ+ voices—will be closely watched by both media observers and community organizations in the months leading up to its launch.
The expansion marks a significant development in the ongoing national conversation about the future of print and digital journalism. News Corp’s decision to invest in a new major daily newspaper in California runs counter to broader industry trends, where many outlets have faced cutbacks or closures.
For LGBTQ+ media professionals and advocates, the launch of The California Post raises critical questions: Will the new outlet prioritize diverse hiring and include LGBTQ+ voices in its newsroom? Will it amplify the stories and concerns of queer and transgender Californians? As the state continues to debate issues like anti-LGBTQ+ legislation, healthcare access, and community safety, robust reporting can make a tangible difference in policy and public opinion.
NYPMG has stated that The California Post will strive for “world class coverage and indispensable reporting” tailored to the stories that matter most to Californians. Whether this commitment will extend to in-depth, affirming coverage of LGBTQ+ communities remains to be seen.
As the launch date approaches, LGBTQ+ readers, advocates, and allies across California and beyond will be watching closely—expecting not only the Post’s trademark “puckish wit,” but also a genuine commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
