About The Fault Line News
The Fault Line News is an independent publication covering the state of California. Our reporting is grounded in lived experience and does not treat communities as a monolith, since decisions made in Sacramento, Silicon Valley, the Central Valley and city halls reverberate across counties. We are based in Los Angeles.
California’s story matters because it is inseparable from America’s future. At a time of overlapping crises — from housing and climate to political polarization — Californians deserve journalism that reflects their realities with care, context and accountability.
The Fault Line News exists to ensure those most affected by change are not erased from the narrative. We are committed to reporting on California in all its diversity, including the landscapes, ecosystems and natural forces that shape life across the state, and to elevating the voices of communities that have historically been underrepresented or overlooked in mainstream media.
We currently publish monthly, with plans to expand to two original stories per month while prioritizing depth, accuracy and reporting that endures.
How We Report
- Narrative-driven, human-centered journalism
- Original reporting and interviews
- Historical context that illuminates current debates
- A commitment to accuracy, fairness and clarity
Contributors
The Fault Line News collaborates with a small network of contributors who support our reporting through editorial, technical and visual work. Contributors include:
Nadra Nittle is an award-winning journalist and founder of The Fault Line News, where she leads human-centered journalism focused on California. Her work has appeared in a number of outlets, including Vox, The Guardian and NBC News. She has an overprotective German Shepherd-husky mix who occasionally interrupts her interviews by howling loudly in the background.
Stella Kalinina is an award-winning photographer whose work has appeared in The New York Times, NBC News, High Country News, Bloomberg Businessweek and Le Monde. Originally from Eastern Europe, she brings a cross-cultural perspective to her reporting on the people and places that make California what it is. She's currently taking Spanish classes in her spare time so she can better communicate with sources.
Nancy E. Pérez translates articles into Spanish for The Fault Line News. She teaches Spanish to high school students in Los Angeles. She recently earned a master's degree in Spanish from California State University, Northridge.
Anthony Nittle is a Los Angeles educator, writer and multimedia producer for The Fault Line News. He serves as webmaster and produces audio and visual content for the newsroom. When he's not working, he enjoys cheering for the Arizona Wildcats. Yep, he was born in Arizona. Don't hold it against him.
Advisory Board
The Fault Line News has a five-member advisory board from a wide range of professional backgrounds. Learn more about them.
Editorial Independence
The Fault Line News operates independently and is guided by a commitment to fairness, accuracy, accountability and editorial independence. Editorial decisions are made without influence from advertisers, donors or outside interests.
Funding Transparency
The Fault Line News is currently self-funded. As we grow and pursue grants, donations or sponsorships, we will publicly disclose significant funding sources and maintain editorial independence. Financial support will not influence our reporting or editorial decisions.
Corrections
The Fault Line News is committed to getting the story right. If you believe a published piece contains an error, please contact us. We will correct it promptly and note the correction when appropriate.
Affiliations
The Fault Line News is a proud member of The Tiny News Collective and LION Publishers.
