Streetsblog L.A. Recognised at Southern California Journalism Awards

Streetsblog L.A., a key voice in reporting on urban planning, transportation, and housing issues in Southern California, has been recognised for its impactful journalism. The outlet, along with its sister publication LongBeachIze, received several honours at the L.A. Press Club’s 68th Annual Southern California Journalism Awards. The awards celebrate excellence in journalism across the region.

Team Recognised for Diverse Reporting

Streetsblog L.A. saw its team members named as finalists in nine different award categories for their reporting throughout calendar year 2025. The publication ultimately secured second or third place in six of these categories, highlighting the breadth and quality of their coverage.

Sahra Sulaiman earned a second-place award in Online Crime-Related Reporting and a third-place award in Online Race and Society Reporting for her piece, “They Came to Mourn. LAPD Came in Force. Now Two Men Could Face Serious Consequences Because LAPD Won’t Acknowledge They Were Wrong.” This reporting delved into complex issues of policing and community relations.

In the Talk/Public Affairs Audio category, Chris Greenspon and Joe Linton were awarded second place for their podcast episode “SGV Connect 137: Olympic Cricket at the Pomona Fairplex.” This reflects the growing importance of audio journalism in covering local urban affairs.

The entire Streetsblog team, comprising Joe Linton, Sahra Sulaiman, Damien Newton, Chris Greenspon, and Joe Anthony, was awarded third place in the Best Group Blog category. This collective recognition underscores the collaborative effort behind their comprehensive urbanism coverage.

LongBeachIze, which focuses on the city of Long Beach, also received accolades. Brian Addison of LongBeachIze placed third for Best Individual Blog and third for Best Food/Culture Critic, showcasing the publication’s versatility in covering local life.

Additional Recognition for Contributors

Further congratulations were extended to SBLA contributor Maylin Tu, who received an award for Print/Online Local Politics/Government Reporting for her article “LAUSD is sitting on millions in state funding for greening schools. Why are projects stalled for years?” published at AfroLA. This highlights the interconnectedness of urban planning and public services.

Comment System Migration

In related operational news, Streetsblog has recently migrated to a new comment system. The publication has provided guidance for new and returning commenters to ensure a smooth transition, preserving previous comments and display names while requiring account re-verification for security.

Key facts
| Award Category | Publication/Individual | Placement |
| :————– | :——————— | :——– |
| Online Crime-Related Reporting | Sahra Sulaiman (Streetsblog L.A.) | Second Place |
| Online Race and Society Reporting | Sahra Sulaiman (Streetsblog L.A.) | Third Place |
| Talk/Public Affairs Audio | Chris Greenspon & Joe Linton (Streetsblog L.A.) | Second Place |
| Best Group Blog | Streetsblog Team | Third Place |
| Best Individual Blog | Brian Addison (LongBeachIze) | Third Place |
| Best Food/Culture Critic | Brian Addison (LongBeachIze) | Third Place |

The recognition of Streetsblog L.A. and LongBeachIze at the Southern California Journalism Awards underscores the critical role of dedicated urbanism reporting in informing the public and holding institutions accountable. Their work provides valuable insights into the planning, transportation, and housing challenges and opportunities facing Los Angeles and its surrounding communities. The awards serve as a testament to the importance of local journalism in fostering informed civic engagement and driving positive change in urban environments.

Source: Streetsblog LA – https://la.streetsblog.org/2026/06/29/l-a-streetsblog-honored-by-l-a-press-club

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