Bad City

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For fans of Spotlight and Catch and Kill, this nonfiction thriller unveils corruption and betrayal in Los Angeles, centered around one of its most powerful institutions. Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Paul Pringle investigates a shocking drug overdose involving Dr. Carmen Puliafito, the head of the University of Southern California's prestigious medical school. Initially expecting a straightforward story, Pringle quickly realizes that reporting on USC's culture of silence will be a challenge, given its status as one of L.A.'s largest employers. What begins as a single tip escalates into the exposure of multiple scandals, revealing a web of crimes and cover-ups that extend into the newsroom of The Times itself. Pringle’s detailed account highlights the relentless pursuit of truth by him and his colleagues, showcasing their struggle against the city’s entrenched institutions. Packed with previously undisclosed details, the narrative unfolds like a gripping L.A. noir, illustrating the darkest aspects of the city alongside the brightest moments of investigative journalism.