The Times’ newly formed Data and Graphics Department is merging the sciences of statistics and computer programming with the arts of reporting, writing and editing.
It’s charged with creating visual stories, investigative analysis, interactive games, automated applications and digital designs that cover the top stories in our state.
Here are 50 examples of the team’s work this past year:
Disasters
Both natural and man-made
Explaining L.A.
Better understanding our arts, culture and atmosphere
California’s campaign
Our view of 2020
The environmental challenge
Pollution, climate change and endangered species
The Homicide Report
A story for every victim
Census 2020
Warning signs for the enumeration ahead
Athletics
Insights into excellence
The rest
Homelessness, Hollywood, healthcare and more