Category Archives: News

Wisconsin’s Open Records Law: Critical To Journalists

Here’s a story about another attempt to thwart a reporter’s legitimate request for a public record. Wisconsin has a strong Open Records and Open Meetings law, and this section of the WBA Newsroom will give you a quick tutorial on how they work for reporters in Wisconsin. Posted by Tim Morrissey

Every Woman In Broadcasting Will Identify With This Article

The article in today’s Capital Times by Jesse Opoien exposes the hate and vitriol women in politics in Wisconsin face. Every woman in on-air broadcasting has experienced the hateful remarks directed at them on social media. Lt. Gov. Kleefisch says her days as a TV news reporter gave her some experience with the level of hate… – MORE –

Ban The Veepstakes!

Did you ever hear anyone outside of journalism use the word “veepstakes”? Didn’t think so. This RTDNA contributor has some thoughts on political jargon. Posted by Tim Morrissey

Video From The WBA Awards Gala

The video linked here is from the Wisconsin Broadcasters Association.  Congratulations again to the winners and their stations! Posted by Tim Morrissey

Give A Wisconsin Journalism Or Broadcast Student An Earful!

Students are the future of our business, and all of us working professionals were once students. There is an exciting opportunity for you to easily review and critique the work of broadcasting and journalism students in Wisconsin – perhaps at your alma mater – by going to this special section of the WBA Newsroom site… – MORE –