Azteca shifts production of U.S. newscasts to Mexico - The Spanish-language network lays off about 30 workers, including 19 in its news department, to cut costs.

Spanish-language television network Azteca America is now producing its U.S. national and local Los Angeles newscasts from Mexico City.

The company, a subsidiary of Mexican broadcaster TV Azteca, until this week had originated its news programs for the U.S. from its facilities in Glendale. The network and its flagship station, KAZA-TV Channel 54 in Los Angeles, made the switch to save money amid a weak advertising market.

Azteca America has laid off about 30 people in the last week, including 19 in its news division, the company confirmed Wednesday. “*

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