California Newspapers

Browse 343 newspapers from California, from major metropolitan dailies to community weeklies.

Gold Rush settlement in the mid-nineteenth century established a robust newspaper tradition that is now defined by heavy chain consolidation and large metropolitan dailies. The independently owned Los Angeles Times leads overall circulation, while Hearst publishes the historic San Francisco Chronicle, founded in 1865 to serve northern readers. Inland political reporting relies heavily on the McClatchy chain, which operates the Sacramento Bee, while coastal coverage includes the Alden Global Capital-owned Orange County Register. This market also sustains a highly influential ethnic press, notably spearheaded by La Opinion, the most-read Spanish-language daily published in the United States. Paperboy indexes 343 California newspapers — browse the full directory below.

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Lincoln News Messenger

Lincoln, California

The Lincoln News Messenger is a local weekly newspaper serving the community of Lincoln, California. As part of the Gold Mountain California News Media group, it provides comprehensive coverage of local government, education, sports, and community events, maintaining its role as a primary information source for Placer County residents.

Livermore Independent

Livermore, California

Serving the Tri-Valley area since 1963, this locally owned publication provides dedicated coverage of community news, government, and events for residents of Livermore, Pleasanton, and Dublin. It is recognized for its commitment to independent journalism and its role as a primary source for hyper-local reporting within the East Bay region.

Lodi News Sentinel

Lodi, California

Serving as the primary source of local journalism for San Joaquin County, this publication has provided continuous coverage of Lodi’s civic affairs, agriculture, and community events since its founding in 1881. It remains a vital institution for residents seeking hyper-local reporting, obituaries, and regional perspectives that are often overlooked by larger metropolitan media outlets.

Lompoc Record

Lompoc, California

Serving the Santa Barbara County community for over a century, this publication provides comprehensive coverage of local news, regional events, and high school sports in the Lompoc Valley. It functions as a primary source of record for the area, keeping residents informed on civic developments, military affairs at Vandenberg Space Force Base, and local government initiatives.

Long Beach Business Journal

Long Beach, California

Providing comprehensive coverage of the local economic landscape for over 35 years, this publication serves as the primary source of news for Long Beach business leaders, professionals, and policymakers. Its editorial focus centers on in-depth reporting regarding regional industry trends, major development projects, and the complex issues shaping the city’s commercial growth.

Long Beach Press-Telegram

Long Beach, California

Serving the greater Long Beach area for over a century, this daily publication provides comprehensive coverage of local government, community news, and regional events. It stands as a primary source of information for Southern California readers, maintaining a significant influence on civic discourse throughout Los Angeles County.

Los Altos Town Crier

Los Altos, California

The Los Altos Town Crier is a locally owned weekly newspaper serving Los Altos, Los Altos Hills, and Mountain View, California. Established in 1947, it provides comprehensive coverage of community news, local government, schools, and high school sports, maintaining a strong focus on neighborhood interests and civic engagement.

Los Angeles Daily News

Los Angeles, California

Serving the San Fernando Valley and greater Los Angeles area, this publication provides comprehensive local news, sports coverage, and community-focused reporting. With roots dating back to 1911, it has established itself as a key source for regional accountability and civic engagement within Southern California.

Los Angeles Downtown News

Los Angeles, California

Los Angeles Downtown News is a local publication serving the urban core of Los Angeles, California. Known as "The Voice of Downtown Los Angeles," it covers neighborhood news, local politics, urban development, culture, and events. The outlet provides community-focused reporting through its website and periodic print editions.

Los Angeles Times

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Los Angeles, California

Serving as the largest metropolitan daily newspaper in the United States, this publication is widely recognized for its investigative journalism and extensive coverage of Southern California culture, politics, and the entertainment industry. Since its founding in 1881, it has earned dozens of Pulitzer Prizes for its commitment to chronicling the complexities of the American West and providing a comprehensive international perspective.

Los Banos Enterprise

Los Banos, California

Serving as the primary source of local news for the city of Los Banos and its surrounding Merced County communities, this publication provides comprehensive coverage of municipal governance, regional agriculture, and local sports. Established in 1906, it remains a vital historical institution that connects residents through its reporting on the unique civic and cultural developments of the San Joaquin Valley.

Los Gatos Weekly Times

Los Gatos, California

Serving as a primary source for local news, this publication provides comprehensive coverage of civic affairs, community events, and school districts within the affluent Silicon Valley town of Los Gatos. It maintains a long-standing tradition of community-focused journalism by keeping residents informed on local government decisions and regional developments through its association with the Bay Area News Group.

Loyolan

Los Angeles, California

The Los Angeles Loyolan is the student-run newspaper of Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles, California. Established in 1921, it provides comprehensive coverage of campus news, student life, sports, and local events. The publication serves as a primary source of information and a platform for student perspectives.

Madera Tribune

Madera, California

The Madera Tribune is a local newspaper based in Madera, California, serving the city and surrounding county since 1885. It provides coverage of community news, sports, and opinions. This publication focuses on local government, education, and events within the heart of Central California's agricultural region.

Malibu Times

Malibu, California

Serving the coastal community since 1946, this publication acts as the primary source of record for local news, environmental issues, and civic developments within the city. It is widely recognized for its deep integration into the Malibu lifestyle and its commitment to covering hyper-local affairs that impact the unique geography and residents of the area.

Mammoth Times

Mammoth, California

Serving the Eastern Sierra region of California, this publication provides comprehensive local news, community reporting, and outdoor recreation coverage for residents and mountain visitors. It functions as a vital information hub for Mammoth Lakes, documenting the unique mountain lifestyle and civic developments of this high-altitude destination.

Manteca Bulletin

Manteca, California

Serving the San Joaquin Valley since 1908, this publication provides local news, community updates, and sports coverage to the residents of Manteca and surrounding South San Joaquin County. It is notable for its deep historical roots in the region and its role as the primary source for hyper-local reporting on municipal developments and civic events.

Marin Independent Journal

Novato, California

Serving as the primary source of news for Marin County since 1861, this publication provides comprehensive coverage of local government, community events, and regional issues. It maintains a strong editorial focus on the distinct demographic and environmental concerns of the North Bay area, acting as a vital daily record for its diverse readership.

Marina Del Rey Argonaut

Marina del Rey, California

Serving the coastal communities of Los Angeles since 1971, this weekly publication provides comprehensive coverage of local government, lifestyle, and regional news. It is recognized as a vital source of information for residents and business owners, offering a dedicated perspective on the unique issues and events shaping the Westside of Los Angeles.

Mariposa Gazette

Mariposa, California

Established in 1854, this publication serves as the oldest continuously operating business in Mariposa County, providing essential local news and regional reporting to the foothill communities of the Sierra Nevada. It remains a vital community fixture by focusing on the unique governance, public safety issues, and rural lifestyle stories that define this historic gold-country area.

Mendocino Beacon

Mendocino, California

Serving the rugged coastal communities of Mendocino County for over a century, this weekly publication provides comprehensive coverage of local government, regional environmental issues, and community events. It acts as a vital information hub for residents and visitors alike, maintaining a deep commitment to chronicling the unique culture and social developments of the North Coast.

Menlo Park Almanac

Menlo Park, California

Serving as the primary news source for the San Francisco Peninsula communities of Menlo Park, Atherton, Portola Valley, and Woodside, this publication provides comprehensive local reporting on civic affairs, schools, and regional developments. Since its establishment in 1982, it has become a trusted pillar of the community by focusing on in-depth investigative journalism and hyper-local coverage that connects residents to their municipal government and neighbors.

Merced Sun Star

Merced, California

The Merced Sun-Star is a daily newspaper serving Merced County, California, and the surrounding San Joaquin Valley. Owned by McClatchy, it provides comprehensive local news, agricultural reporting, and community updates. The publication maintains a digital presence and offers print editions, serving as a primary information source for the region.

Metro Active

San Francisco, California

Metro Active is a prominent digital platform and alternative news organization serving the San Francisco Bay Area. It provides comprehensive coverage of arts, culture, local politics, and entertainment. The site hosts content for several affiliated weekly publications, offering investigative reporting and event listings for Silicon Valley and surrounding regions.

Milpitas Post

Milpitas, California

The Milpitas Post is a weekly newspaper serving the Milpitas community in Santa Clara County, California. Part of the Bay Area News Group, it provides localized coverage of city government, schools, local sports, and community events, maintaining its presence as a primary source for regional neighborhood news.

Mission Times Courier

San Diego, California

Times of San Diego is a nonprofit digital news publication serving San Diego County, California. It provides comprehensive daily coverage of local politics, business, environment, and community events. The site emphasizes independent journalism and offers neighborhood-specific updates alongside regional reporting on cultural and economic developments.

Mission Valley News

San Diego, California

Mission Times Courier is a community newspaper serving Mission Valley and the surrounding areas of San Diego, California. Now part of the Times of San Diego network, it provides residents with hyperlocal reporting on community events, local government, business developments, and neighborhood lifestyle stories throughout the region.

Modesto Bee

Modesto, California

The Modesto Bee is a primary daily newspaper serving Modesto and the northern San Joaquin Valley in California. Established in 1884, it provides comprehensive coverage of local news, agriculture, and regional politics. Owned by McClatchy, it remains a vital source of journalism for Stanislaus County residents.

Modoc County Record

Alturas, California

Serving as the primary source of local news for Alturas and the surrounding rural communities, this historic publication provides essential coverage of regional government, agricultural affairs, and community events within California’s remote northeast corner. Established in 1892, it remains a vital pillar for residents of Modoc County, documenting the unique challenges and traditions of one of the state’s least populated frontiers.

Mojave Desert News

California City, California

Serving California City and the surrounding high desert region, this long-standing publication provides essential local coverage of municipal government, community events, and regional development issues. It remains a key source of information for area residents, acting as a historical record for the development of the Mojave Desert’s unique urban outposts.

Montecito Journal

Montecito, California

The Montecito Journal is a weekly community newspaper serving the residents of Montecito and the greater Santa Barbara area in California. It provides local news coverage, focus on arts and culture, real estate updates, and societal events, maintaining a strong connection with its affluent coastal constituency.

Monterey County Herald

Monterey, California

Serving the Monterey Peninsula since 1922, this daily publication is a primary source for local news, regional politics, and community events in California's Monterey County. It is notable for its long-standing commitment to covering coastal environmental issues, military affairs, and the unique socio-economic landscape of the central California coast.

Monterey County Weekly

Monterey, California

Monterey County Weekly is an independent alternative news publication based in Seaside, California, serving the Monterey Bay area. Founded in 1988, it provides local news, investigative reporting, and coverage of arts, culture, and entertainment, maintaining a focus on community issues and civic engagement across the county.

Moorpark Acorn

Thousand Oaks, California

This weekly community newspaper provides hyper-local news, school district updates, and event coverage specifically tailored to residents of the Moorpark area. It is part of a prominent regional publishing group known for its commitment to free, comprehensive reporting on municipal government and neighborhood interests in Ventura County.

Morgan Hill Times

Morgan Hill, California

The Morgan Hill Times is a weekly newspaper providing comprehensive local news coverage for Morgan Hill and the South Santa Clara County region. It features reports on city government, local schools, sports, and community events, serving as a primary source of information for residents in the South Bay area.

Mount Shasta News

Mount Shasta, California

Serving the Siskiyou County region of Northern California, this publication provides essential local coverage of community events, regional politics, and mountain-focused news. With roots dating back over a century, it acts as a primary source of information for residents and visitors interested in the unique landscape and socio-economic developments of the Mount Shasta area.

Mountain Democrat

Placerville, California

Established in 1851, this publication holds the distinction of being the oldest continuously operating newspaper in California. It serves as a primary source for local news, government updates, and community events across El Dorado County.

Mountain Enterprise

Frazier Park, California

Serving the mountain communities of Southern California’s Kern County since 1966, this weekly publication is recognized for its dedicated investigative reporting and deep engagement with local civic issues. It has earned numerous California News Publishers Association awards for its commitment to accountability and its vital role as the primary information source for residents in the Tejon Pass region.

Mountain View Voice

Mountain View, California

Serving as the primary source for local news, this independent publication provides comprehensive coverage of city government, schools, and community events for the residents of Mountain View, California. Established in 1993, it is widely recognized for its deep-dive investigative journalism and consistent commitment to fostering civic engagement within the Silicon Valley community.

Mountaineer Progress

Phelan, California

The Mountaineer Progress is a local newspaper serving the High Desert communities of Phelan, Piñon Hills, Wrightwood, and West Cajon Valley in California. It provides coverage of regional news, school district developments, and community events. The publication also features local government updates, sports, and resident reflections for the Tri-Community area.

Mustang Daily

San Luis Obispo, California

Serving the California Polytechnic State University community in San Luis Obispo, this student-led publication provides comprehensive coverage of campus news, local events, and university sports. It has a long-standing history as a primary source of information for students, faculty, and alumni, often serving as a training ground for emerging journalists.

My Desert

Palm Springs, California

Serving the Coachella Valley, this daily publication is the region's primary source for investigative journalism, local government coverage, and updates on the area’s distinct desert lifestyle. With a history dating back to 1927, it maintains a significant digital reach and remains a vital resource for both permanent residents and the large seasonal population of Palm Springs.

Napa Valley Register

Napa, California

The Napa Valley Register is a daily newspaper based in Napa, California, serving the Napa Valley region. It provides comprehensive local news coverage, including community events, politics, sports, and business. Established in 1863, it is a primary source for regional reporting on the area’s renowned wine industry.

New Times Weekly

San Luis Obispo, California

New Times Weekly is an independent alternative newspaper serving San Luis Obispo County, California. Founded in 1986, it provides comprehensive coverage of local news, politics, arts, and entertainment. The publication is known for its investigative reporting and serves as a vital community voice throughout the Central Coast region.

New University

Irvine, California

Serving as the independent student-run newspaper for the University of California, Irvine, this publication has provided a platform for campus discourse and investigative reporting since its founding in 1968. It is notable for its role as the primary source of news and commentary for the university community, offering students hands-on journalism experience while covering local, academic, and student-life issues.

Nguoi Viet Daily News

Westminster, California

Founded in 1978, Nguoi Viet Daily News is the first and largest Vietnamese-language daily newspaper published in the United States. Based in Westminster, California, it serves the diaspora with comprehensive coverage of local news, Vietnamese community affairs, international politics, and cultural developments for the global Vietnamese community.

Noe Valley Voice

Noe Valley, California

The Noe Valley Voice is a monthly community newspaper serving the Noe Valley neighborhood of San Francisco, California. Established in 1977, it provides hyper-local coverage of neighborhood news, local politics, business developments, and community events, maintaining a focus on the people and issues affecting the local area.

North Bay Business Journal

Santa Rosa, California

The North Bay Business Journal is a regional business-to-business news publication based in Santa Rosa, California. Founded in 1988, it covers economic news, real estate, and industry developments across Sonoma, Napa, Marin, Solano, Mendocino, and Lake counties. It provides professional insights and event coverage for local industries.

North County Times

Escondido, California

The North County Times was a daily newspaper based in Escondido, California, serving northern San Diego County. Following its acquisition in 2012, it merged into the San Diego Union-Tribune. It currently exists as a dedicated regional news section covering local government, community events, and sports across North County.

Novato Advance

Novato, California

The Novato Advance is a weekly community newspaper based in Novato, California. Established in 1922, it provides comprehensive coverage of local news, high school sports, and civic events within the city and surrounding Marin County. The publication focuses on reporting that matters to the local resident community.