McClatchy has significantly reduced its workforce at the Lexington Herald-Leader, laying off thirteen journalists. This action represents a majority of the newsroom's reporting staff. The company cited a need to align resources with changing audience engagement and subscriber interests. These layoffs are part of broader, nationwide reductions across McClatchy's newspaper holdings. The cuts leave the Herald-Leader with only two reporters covering city and state government.
Lexington, Kentucky
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