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McClatchy: 90 jobs cut

September 10, 2026USMediaMcClatchy

McClatchy announced significant layoffs affecting over 90 journalists across various publications, with some newsrooms experiencing cuts of up to 30%. This decision follows the company's controversial push into AI-driven editorial tools, which has faced backlash from staff. The layoffs highlight the ongoing challenges in the media industry as companies adapt to changing consumer demands.

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90

Core Estimate

90

Upper Bound

90

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Primarythewrap.comSeptember 10, 2026

McClatchy Guts Newsrooms Nationwide Months After Push to AI

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