Category Archives: News

Nominations are being sought for the ninth annual Distinguished Wisconsin Watchdog Award, recognizing an individual’s extraordinary contributions to open government or investigative journalism in Wisconsin. The award is presented jointly by the Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism, the Wisconsin Freedom of Information Council, the Madison Pro Chapter of ... - MORE -

A Madison TV station is unveiling a new look this week. The changes to News 3 (WISC-TV) include a new set, new graphics, a new brand, and a new focus. The new brand, News 3 Now, was launched Sunday night, after the Super Bowl. WISC-TV is a CBS affiliate. The... - MORE -

Most newsrooms have found themselves facing a more hostile public in recent years, which means it more important than ever to know the rules and rights you have as a journalist. Poynter wrote about this topic this week and offered ideas and resources for when you find yourself in a... - MORE -

The behavior of public employees on the job is subject to public scrutiny in nearly every circumstance under Wisconsin law. That means the public has a right to see disciplinary records of all employees. The right doesn’t just apply to the records of elected or appointed officials. It doesn’t just... - MORE -

If you’re wondering how a newsroom can cover a weather event without being able to go outside, you’d be a journalist in Wisconsin this week, and you wouldn’t be alone. Poynter is here to help with this article about how to cover a story about how dangerous it is to... - MORE -

A judge this week unsealed most of the records related to an open records case in Racine County. The case involves Racine City Attorney Scott Letteney and Racine Alderperson Sandy Weidner. Last August, the city attorney sought an ethics violation sanction against the alderperson for sharing allegedly confidential communications from... - MORE -

The Radio Television Digital News Foundation is recognizing those journalists and First Amendment leaders who exemplify responsible journalism and who practice their constitutionally guaranteed duty to seek and report the truth. The RTDNF today announced the honorees for its 29th annual First Amendment Awards Dinner. The list of honorees is ... - MORE -

While much of Wisconsin enjoys a snow day today, broadcast newsrooms are not only open and staffed, but a snowstorm makes for one of their busiest days of the year. Thank you to all the radio and TV professionals who reported to work today to serve their communities. This is... - MORE -