In a deal that would give it control of the LA Times, Chicago Tribune and several other newspapers, Gannett announced its wishes to purchase Tribune Publishing for more than $388 million. Gannet - the owner of USA Today - said that the rival publisher has refused to begin "constructive discussions" since the offer was made earlier this month. The Tribune confirmed that it had indeed received the unsolicited offer, and added that it "will respond to Gannett as quickly a