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The Strike Zone: The latest news, blogs & photos on the WGA strike

Hollywood writers strike ends After 100 days, WGA members vote overwhelmingly to go back to work. By Claudia Eller and Richard Verrier Wednesday, February 13, 2008

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Private overtures led to strike breakthrough Living-room meetings cut through animosity in writers walkout. By Richard Verrier and Claudia Eller Tuesday, February 12, 2008

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Studio chiefs act as peacemakers News Corp.'s Chernin and Disney's Iger are integral in crafting a labor deal with writers. By Meg James Monday, February 11, 2008

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Writers Guild board approves tentative contract As guild members vote, show runners get OK to resume work. By Richard Verrier, Claudia Eller and Maria Elena Fernandez Monday, February 11, 2008

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Hollywood focuses on fast end to long strike The guild and studios are near a deal. Work could resume Monday. By Meg James, Matea Gold and Maria Elena Fernandez Friday, February 8, 2008

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Guild board favors deal, with caution An affirmative vote could send writers back to work in a matter of days. By Richard Verrier and Claudia Eller Tuesday, February 5, 2008

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With Oscar nominations out, academy hopes the writing isn't on the wall Hopes for an award show brighten as the striking writers and producers set up renewed discussions. By John Horn Wednesday, January 23, 2008

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Writers relent on 2 key demands By Richard Verrier and Claudia Eller Wednesday, January 23, 2008

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'Pest Control' can't be exterminated By Jay A. Fernandez Tuesday, January 22, 2008

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Do the right thing, WGA By Patrick Goldstein Monday, January 21, 2008

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The strike aside, hit shows are still missing Although ratings haven't fallen much yet, the networks are grappling with weak programming. By Scott Collins Sunday, January 20, 2008

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Into the golden void Joel Stein Friday, January 18, 2008

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Cue the writers The Directors Guild agreement may point the way for a deal between studios and writers. Friday, January 18, 2008

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Why the DGA deal makes sense By Michael Apted Friday, January 18, 2008

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Hollywood's Global meltdown The switch from the usual awards ceremony to a news conference format because of the writers strike has had repercussions across Hollywood and beyond. By Gina Piccalo Friday, January 11, 2008

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Rating the strike's maybe mediators From Clooney to Clinton, who could negotiate WGA/AMPTP peace? By Deborah Netburn Friday, January 11, 2008

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Directors Guild talks intensifying By Richard Verrier and Claudia Eller Thursday, January 10, 2008

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Writers strike is war Stopping the cash flow will strengthen the writers' case, not cutting deals. Wednesday, January 9, 2008

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Writers Guild is close to a deal with UA Tom Cruise's independent film company could sign a contract today and get back to work. Other companies may follow. By Claudia Eller and Richard Verrier Sunday, January 6, 2008

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NBC pulls plug on Golden Globes broadcast With celebrities under orders to honor writers' picket lines, a scaled-down 'news' show is to be substituted. By John Horn and Meg James Tuesday, January 8, 2008

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New year, new revenue model Last year was flush with money for Hollywood, but people are less willing to pay a lot for movies. Friday, January 4, 2008

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Guild, NBC at odds over whether Leno crossed line The union says he is not allowed to write for his show but the comedian's action poses a quandary. By Matea Gold Friday, January 4, 2008

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Writers have a lot riding on a director Cates will negotiate the next DGA deal. It may set tone for other pacts. By Richard Verrier and Claudia Eller Tuesday, December 25, 2007

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Writers initiate separate talks Thursday, December 20, 2007

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Jay Leno, Conan O'Brien to return to the air Jan. 2 Because they are members of the Writers Guild of America, the move is seen as a blow to the union. Both say that by resuming their shows, they won't have to fire non-writing staff members. By Matea Gold, Maria Elena Fernandez and Richard Verrier Tuesday, December 18, 2007

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Working for reality TV? Sorry When push comes to shove, residuals are going to matter more than reality writers in the union. By Scott Collins, Los Angeles Times Staff Writer Monday, December 17, 2007

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Striking writers in talks to launch Web start-ups Dozens are turning to venture capitalists, seeking to bypass Hollywood and reach viewers directly online. By Joseph Menn Monday, December 17, 2007

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More writers' strike drama The scene is set for a long dispute. Time to work on the dialogue. Monday, December 17, 2007

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Writers file labor charge against studios The producers alliance broke federal law by cutting off negotiations last week, the complaint says. By Richard Verrier,, Claudia Eller and Andrea Chang Friday, December 14, 2007

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CHANNEL ISLAND: TV critics tour is a strike casualty By Scott Collins Tuesday, December 11, 2007

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Writers union feeling the heat Leaders are admonished to refocus on the key issue: Web revenue. Talks with directors could play a role. By Richard Verrier and Claudia Eller Wednesday, December 12, 2007

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THE BIG PICTURE: In the strike, the studios are playing to win While attention is focused on the writers strike, a bigger confrontation with the actors guild looms down the road. By Patrick Goldstein Tuesday, December 11, 2007

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How not to adapt to the Internet The music industry suffered big losses before it warmed to the Web. How long will it take Hollywood? Tuesday, December 11, 2007

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Writers, studios break off talks The five-week-old strike continues after negotiations stall with the two sides still far apart. By Richard Verrier and Claudia Eller Saturday, December 8, 2007

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Late-night hosts give their staffs a hand With their shows hit first by the strike, the funnymen have worked to make sure nonwriting workers are paid. By Matea Gold Thursday, December 6, 2007

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Studios bring in PR doctors With public support for striking writers widespread, the producers alliance calls on political veterans to revise its image. By Richard Verrier Thursday, December 6, 2007

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Helping their fellow writers The haves are helping the have-nots lessen the toll of the WGA strike. The aid could preserve guild solidarity. By Lynn Smith Thursday, December 6, 2007

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SCRIPTLAND: Writers finding solace, stories on picket lines On the positive side, the strike is forcing them to meet people, share career tips and get some exercise. By Jay Fernandez Wednesday, December 5, 2007

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Strike puts TV critics press tour in limbo NBC has pulled out. Other networks on the fence pending the dispute's outcome. By Scott Collins, Los Angeles Times Staff Writer Monday, December 3, 2007

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Hey, that ad-lib wasn't in the script! Movies are still being made during the writers strike, but actors and directors are walking a fine line when improvising. By John Horn and Jay A. Fernandez Saturday, December 1, 2007

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Show runners run the show TV's writer-producers are shaping up to be the most influential players in the industry. By Scott Collins Friday, November 23, 2007

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Writers strike could cost $21.3 million a day A continuing dispute would have an acute effect on the region's economy, according to a film group's conservative estimates. By Richard Verrier and Andrea Chang Wednesday, November 21, 2007

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What's making writers and studios so nervous The union says it won't be shortchanged on new media as it was with DVDs. But no one's sure of future dollars. By Richard Verrier and Meg James Monday, November 19, 2007

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Group prays for an end to writers strike Christians attending the annual National Media Prayer Breakfast appeal to the almighty for a fast and fair settlement. By Lorenza Muñoz Saturday, November 17, 2007

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Writers, studios to resume talks, sources say By Richard Verrier and Meg James Friday, November 16, 2007

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Web series' timing is prime By Joseph Menn Saturday, November 17, 2007

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Directors uncertain about their contract talks The guild doesn't want to undermine striking writers by starting negotiations with studios. By Claudia Eller and Richard Verrier Thursday, November 15, 2007

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Strike's effects ripple beyond studio gates For dry cleaners, caterers and other merchants dependent on Hollywood, when the shooting stops, so does the cash flow. By Andrea Chang Thursday, November 15, 2007

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Poll shows support for writers Almost 2 of 3 Americans back guild members in their dispute with studios, a survey to be released today indicates. By Richard Verrier Wednesday, November 14, 2007

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Writers bring their drama to Wall Street Pickets say studios tell investors of growing Internet revenue while telling the union there's not enough to share. By Thomas S. Mulligan Wednesday, November 14, 2007

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3,500 protest near Fox studios Writers' largest march to date is aimed at keeping resolve strong. By Greg Braxton Saturday, November 10, 2007

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Pressure on both camps grows Five top talent agencies, pushed by their worried clients, try to persuade Hollywood writers and studios to resume talks. By Claudia Eller, Richard Verrier and Andrea Chang Friday, November 9, 2007

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Rerun season may hit sooner By John Horn and Maria Elena Fernandez Thursday, November 8, 2007

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With writers on strike, networks ready a dose of reality with plenty of games By Maria Elena Fernandez Wednesday, November 7, 2007

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Strike about to cost jobs Studios move to halt production deals, which would hit rank and file. By Joseph Menn, Claudia Eller and Richard Verrier Wednesday, November 7, 2007

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Actors find themselves in conflicting roles over strike By Matea Gold Tuesday, November 6, 2007

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Strikin' Out and About

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Countdown to a walkout A fateful e-mail from the union's East Coast branch abruptly halts a final attempt to broker a deal. By Richard Verrier and Claudia Eller Tuesday, November 6, 2007

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Writers picket outside studios The strikers say their walkout could be a long one. Some stars drop by to offer support. By Rene Lynch Monday, November 5, 2007

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Hollywood bracing for a writers strike A walkout on Thursday will put thousands of others' paychecks at risk. The timing is especially bad this year. By Claudia Eller and Richard Verrier Sunday, October 28, 2007

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Average Americans weigh in on the writers’ strike ‘I’m stockpiling ‘The Office’ on Tivo’. By Deborah Netburn Friday, November 2, 2007

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Studios offer new proposals to avert writers strike The producers dangle concessions but continue to reject key union demands on residuals. By Richard Verrier Friday, October 26, 2007

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