There Is A Debate Over TV Storm Coverage

Doing live shots in 100 mph wind. Facing wind-driven rain with no eye protection. Standing outside in the middle of a storm and telling people to stay inside. The New York Times has collected some interesting remarks and observations about how TV news covers storms like Irma. Posted by Tim Morrissey

Broadcasting and Journalism Teachers: Be Sure Your Students Know About This Site

The Student Storytellers site is part of the WBANewsroom site, created and maintained by the Wisconsin Broadcasters Association. At the Student Storytellers site, your students can upload their video projects and get input from working Wisconsin broadcast professionals. Here’s a link. If you, as a teacher, have any questions about the Student Storytellers site, or… Read More: Broadcasting and Journalism Teachers: Be Sure Your Students Know About… »



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Open Meetings Law

Our state has a very powerful Open Meetings Law, which permits reporters to attend and report on all meetings of governmental bodies, boards, and commissions, and it allows reporters to record and photograph a meeting held in open session as long as you don’t interfere with the conduct of the meeting or the rights of… Read More: Open Meetings Law »