WBA NewsroomWhat’s A “Handshake Shot”? Let A Murrow Winner Explain
It’s all about first impressions. It’s how we introduce ourselves. Find out how it works in a TV news story from a KARE-11 Murrow award winner here. Posted by Tim Morrissey
September 30 2026
Are You Doing Journalism, Or Are You Covering Powerball Like A Cheerleader?
Some very sharp words of criticism here from a Voice of America reporter based in Washington, DC, about how TV news departments are “reporting” on the Powerball lottery frenzy. Here’s one choice quote: “Much of what is seen and heard on local radio and TV comes from the minds of 20- and 30-somethings who are… Read More: Are You Doing Journalism, Or Are You Covering Powerball Like… »
Virtual Reality Journalism
It’s closer than you may think, and a lot of highly respected Journalism organizations are already talking about how it might affect story-telling. A short essay with links to those articles can be found 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.