Category Archives: News

A photojournalist who was on hand for the Jan. 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol is going to speak during a session for Poynter this week.  Join Poynter senior faculty Joie Chen as she talks to Julio Cortez, a photographer with the Associated Press who covered the siege at the ... - MORE -

A resolution introduced Tuesday in the U.S. House of Representatives thanks journalists for their reporting during the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol building. The resolution was introduced by Rep. Cheri Bustos (D-IL-17) and 42 House members, including Wisconsin House member Mark Pocan. You can read the resolution here ... - MORE -

At a time when trust in the media is running low, RTDNA is pointing out that local newsrooms continue to keep the trust of the local communities they cover: Local broadcast newsrooms remain among the most trusted sources of information, with fewer news consumers citing local news as a ... - MORE -

The journalists who were on the scene for the Jan. 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol are talking about the experience. In particular, they’re telling Poynter about how the riotous crowd was treating journalists and an escalation of threats to members of the media. You can read about it here... - MORE -

Even veteran political reporters will need to prepare for next week’s unique inauguration. Poynter wrote today about how to guard your physical and mental health while covering the inauguration. You can read all about it here.... - MORE -

The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) has resources to share with journalists as they cover the challenges facing America right now. This is from the NAB’s blog: NAB is working to protect and defend broadcasters’ First Amendment rights as journalists and is providing resources on nab.org/journalism to help keep reporters ... - MORE -

There’s a lot of uncertainty about the days ahead. Poynter has pulled together a list of resources for journalists to review: Last June, Poynter’s Al Tompkins pulled together a list of guidelines to help journalists stay safe while covering protests. The list remains relevant today. Read all 23 guidelines for ... - MORE -

Have you ever wondered if a photojournalist could do his/her job with only a smart phone? One journalist gave it a try. Here’s what happened.... - MORE -

RTDNA Executive Director Dan Shelley released the following statement after violence erupted at the U.S. Capitol this week: In the wake of unprecedented events this week, the Radio Television Digital News Association would like to recognize the work of hundreds of responsible journalists who have served the public and the ... - MORE -

Large police presence. Raise your hand if you’ve uttered those words once or twice. I cannot think of a story harder to tell than the one where you have no information. I’ll set the scene: Newsroom phone rings. It’s a tipster that says 12 squads are at such and such... - MORE -