Category Archives: News

COVID-19 is a source of stress for everyone, but journalists are feeling their own anxieties from covering the spread of this virus.  Poynter has compiled a list of nine things journalists can to to cope with the stress. Read about that here. Take time to take care of yourselves... - MORE -

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The Wisconsin Freedom of Information Council released the following statement regarding open meetings at a time when residents are asked to practice social distancing: The Wisconsin Freedom of Information Council supports the advice issued today by the State Justice Department regarding public meetings in the era of the coronavirus. The ... - MORE -

WITI-TV anchor Nicole Koglin is leaving the Milwaukee TV station after more than 15 years. “While it has been an absolute pleasure, and honor, to wake up Milwaukee for more than 15 years, it’s now time for me to be with my own family when they wake up and begin... - MORE -

Your WBA has gathered a list of resources for broadcasters related to COVID-19 that it will update continuously. The page includes information about preparing stations and employees, links to resources for newsrooms regarding coverage, links to critical information sources, and the NAB Coronavirus Response Tool Kit. The COVID-19 Resource page... - MORE -

The COVID-19 story is so huge, it’s hard to know where to focus your newsroom’s efforts in covering it. There is no shortage of story ideas. The Columbia Journalism Review is outlining the challenges in covering the global crisis in this article. The article also discusses the challenge of... - MORE -

Fox 6 (WITI-TV) Milwaukee reporter Amanda St. Hilaire is among those being recognized by the Wisconsin Freedom of Information Council its annual Openness Awards, or Opees. St. Hilaire will receive the Media Openness Award (“Mopee”) for her in-depth investigative reports on how state legislators, alone among state and local public... - MORE -

After nearly eight years at WFRV-TV in Green Bay, sports anchor and reporter Ryan Rodig announced he’s moving on. Rodig shared the news on Twitter Monday stating this week is his last WFRV. The announcement goes on to say he’s looking forward to spending more time at home with his... - MORE -

The Society of Professional Journalists Madison Pro chapter will host a discussion with open records experts on how to navigate the open records process from who to talk to, what to ask for and what to expect. The event will provide insight into how all people — journalists and community... - MORE -