[6] In 1988, ACBJ sold the Los Angeles and San Diego Business Journals to CBJ Associates.

It has also won Silver Awards for Best Coverage of Local Breaking News, Best Special Section Design, Best Feature Layout, Best Personality Profile, and Best Use of Photography/Illustration.

[12] Reporter Richard Clough has also won Journalist of the Year in the Business Journal's circulation category, based on a sampling of his articles.

[13] The Los Angeles Business Journal also hosts the Nonprofit and Corporate Citizenship Awards, recognizing philanthropic accomplishments in the city.

[15] The Los Angeles Business Journal also publishes 30+ special reports, produced by the editorial department.