Rupert Murdoch's News Corp launched the California Post on Monday, January 26, 2026, debuting both print and digital editions as a bold, tabloid-style daily newspaper modeled after the New York Post.
The new outlet, based in a newsroom on the Fox studio lot in Century City, Los Angeles, promises irreverent coverage, sharp headlines, celebrity gossip (including a "Page Six"-style section), entertainment scoops, and a conservative-leaning voice emphasizing "common sense and accountability."
Editor-in-chief Nick Papps described the launch as a "game-changer" and a chance to "disrupt the status quo" in California's media landscape, which the company views as dominated by legacy outlets.
The debut arrives amid mixed reactions in the L.A. media scene—some see it as a fresh, entertaining challenge to established players, while others question the viability of a print-heavy, right-leaning tabloid in a predominantly liberal state. Early coverage highlighted the risk of reviving print in 2026 but noted backing from Murdoch family leadership, including Lachlan Murdoch.
As the first editions hit stands and screens, the California Post aims to set the agenda with its signature blend of bold reporting, opinion, and entertainment focus. Reception and the inaugural front page will unfold in the days following the Monday launch.