News Corp Plans California Post Launch in Los Angeles 2026

Rupert Murdoch's News Corp is launching the California Post, a new daily tabloid newspaper based in Los Angeles, set to debut by early 2026 as its biggest U.S. newspaper launch in nearly 15 years. Modeled after the New York Post, the California Post will blend celebrity news, entertainment, sports, and a right-leaning, sensationalist approach, aiming to provide a conservative counterbalance to California's predominantly left-wing media landscape. The publication will offer print editions seven days a week alongside digital platforms, with a focus on engaging readers through bold headlines and culture war topics. News Corp CEO Robert Thomson and New York Post editors emphasize the need for an alternative voice in California's media, highlighting the financial struggles of incumbent outlets like the Los Angeles Times. The venture is seen as a strategic expansion by Lachlan Murdoch, aiming to capture a sizable audience in the politically and culturally influential state, while also addressing perceived gaps in coverage of local politics, AI, entertainment, and sports. The California Post will be led by experienced News Corp editors and aims to replicate the New York Post's success by appealing to readers seeking a more assertive and irreverent perspective.