Los Angeles Times executive editor Kevin Merida has announced his resignation, and it is suspected that a disagreement over Israel coverage may have played a role.

The Los Angeles Times recently made significant changes to its sports section, which has left Sabbath-observant Orthodox Jews feeling excluded.

Jonathan Gold, a Pulitzer Prize-winning food critic, is known as L.A.'s top foodie for his unique approach to reviewing restaurants, especially focusing on off-the-beaten-track ethnic eateries.