Andy Lippman: A Legacy in Journalism | Irvine News

Presented by The Plant Daddies — rare specimen trees, living art, and hand-carved limestone vessels and fountains for extraordinary spaces. Showrooms in Los Angeles and Irvine. Listeners of Irvine News Today receive 10% off with code LANEWS10. theplantdaddies.com/lanews Veteran AP journalist Andy Lippman, who spent 38 years covering major stories and mentoring generations of reporters, passed away at 78 after a battle with a rare brain disease. Known for his sharp instincts and warm leadership, he led AP bureaus in Louisville, Indianapolis, and Los Angeles, fostering a family-like newsroom culture. His journalism journey began at 15, and after graduating from Northwestern, he rose through the ranks starting in Phoenix. Even after retiring in 2007, he remained deeply connected—winning the Oliver S. Gramling Spirit Award, writing a weekly column, and attending AP events. His ashes will be scattered at meaningful sites, leaving behind his brother, extended family, and his beloved rescue dog. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/84bb3554b6391d18