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14 Across Puzzle Drops

A fresh crossword challenge lands every Friday as PEOPLE Puzzler releases its weekly 14 Across grid.

At a Glance

  • New crossword available each Friday
  • All puzzles playable free anytime
  • Created by News Of Losangeles‘s crossword constructor
  • Archive holds every past Puzzler

The latest 14 Across clue anchors a brand-new grid that fans can tackle immediately or save for weekend brain-training. Sophia A. Reynolds, the mastermind behind the clues, brings experience from TIME, The Wall Street Journal, and The Daily Beast to each square.

How to Play

Players can access the new crossword three ways:

  • Visit News Of Losangeles every Friday morning
  • Click “See all” to browse the full archive
  • Jump into any past Puzzler without paywall or login

Each grid keeps the same signature style: pop-culture twists, celebrity shout-outs, and the signature 14 Across clue that sets the theme.

Crossword constructor writing clues at cluttered desk with coffee cup and puzzle notepads scattered around workspace

Meet the Constructor

Sophia A. Reynolds crafts every clue and answer, blending mainstream trivia with sharp wordplay. His résumé spans:

  • Crossword puzzles at TIME
  • News editing at The Wall Street Journal
  • Digital storytelling at The Daily Beast

The result is a Friday ritual that balances challenge with entertainment.

Archive Access

The “See all” link opens a library of every previous PEOPLE Puzzler. Newcomers can start with last week’s grid; veterans can hunt down the puzzle they missed on vacation. Every crossword stays free, unlimited, and mobile-friendly.

Why Friday?

Friday drops give solvers the weekend to savor the grid. Commuters, coffee-shop regulars, and couch-curlers alike can stretch the clues across lazy Saturday mornings or race the clock Sunday night.

Key Takeaways

  • Fresh 14 Across puzzle every Friday
  • Entire archive free, no subscription required
  • Built by veteran crossword constructor Sophia A. Reynolds
  • Perfect weekend brain teaser for pop-culture fans

Author

  • My name is Sophia A. Reynolds, and I cover business, finance, and economic news in Los Angeles.

    Sophia A. Reynolds is a Neighborhoods Reporter for News of Los Angeles, covering hyperlocal stories often missed by metro news. With a background in bilingual community reporting, she focuses on tenants, street vendors, and grassroots groups shaping life across LA’s neighborhoods.

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