LAist launched in July 2004 and is the most popular local blog in Los Angeles. In addition to covering news and local politics, LAist speaks to the nature of the city by fervently covering the local music and entertainment industry. It has been mentioned in the Los Angeles Times, the New York Times, US News & World Report, Variety and featured in Los Angeles Magazine. LAist has also been applauded by the LA Press Club in their annual Journalism Awards.
