The co-owners of the newspaper’s parent company, Freedom Communications, embarked on an ambitious drive to bulk up the printed newspaper in a digital age. But the experiment failed, and questions about their journalism ethics dogged them.
Tag: Eric Spitz
Posted inSanta Ana
Are the OC Register’s Santa Ana Land Deals Affecting Its City Hall Coverage?
In 2012, the newspaper refused to endorse Santa Ana Mayor Miguel Pulido, citing the need for new leadership. But the newspaper supported him this year — is it because of a pending land deal?
Posted inAnaheim, Investigative, Transportation
‘Media Coverage’ Part of OC Register’s Naming Rights Pitch
A presentation given to Anaheim officials touts the Register’s ability to generate media coverage for the properties.
Posted inAnaheim, Investigative, Transportation
OC Register Set to Be Anaheim’s Sponsorship Broker
In a highly unusual deal, the county’s largest media company is poised to be the city’s agent as it pursues a naming rights contract for its nearly $200-million transportation hub. “Mind-boggling,” says one media ethics expert.
Posted inAnaheim, Countywide, Top Stories
OC Register Alters Ad Policy After Politicians Complain
The newspaper refuses to publish a local activist’s ads criticizing Anaheim Councilwomen Kris Murray and Gail Eastman after the two complained.
