FeaturedSeptember 26 2026

Sinclair Quietly Apologizes To Anchors For The Must-Read Script

With the notable exception of Fox 47 in Madison, which refused to participate, Sinclair TV anchors were given a must-read “promo” script about fake news. Now, Sinclair is quietly apologizing to the anchors who did participate. Posted by Tim Morrissey

The Things People Think About Broadcast News

According to the RTDNA, most people, regardless of their ideology, believe the media reports incorrect information at least some of the time, and nearly half believe we do it on purpose to advance an agenda. RTDNA Executive Director Dan Shelley’s column is here. Posted by Tim Morrissey

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    Thumbnail Sketch of Wisconsin’s Open Meetings Law

    A wallet-sized PDF summary of the Wisconsin Open Meetings and Open Records Laws has been developed by the Wisconsin Freedom of Information Council.  You will find this handy reference, which provides a quick layperson’s explanation of Wisconsin’s Open Meetings and Open Records Laws, under the “resources” section of the Wisconsin Freedom of Information Council’s website.