FeaturedFebruary 10 2026

Another Attempt To Chill Wisconsin’s Open Records Law

The story comes from Taylor County, Wisconsin. Read about it here. The WBA Newsroom site has a special section devoted to Wisconsin’s Open Records and Open Meetings laws. Find it here. Posted by Tim Morrissey... - MORE -

Security Training In The Newsroom

This field guide is full of useful information for reporters seeking to protect themselves and their sources. Posted by Tim Morrissey... - MORE -

Is Your Newsroom Telling The Whole Story?

This question – and five others – that every newsroom should be asking about its coverage. Great stuff from the RTDNA. Posted by Tim Morrissey... - MORE -

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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... - MORE -

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