FeaturedSeptember 14 2025

Stations win motion to allow livestreaming in Dane County trial

From mconnors on Morguefile
Three Madison TV stations led a successful effort to fight a defense motion in a homicide case to bar stations from livestreaming the proceedings. The Wisconsin Broadcasters Association, Wisconsin Newspaper Association, and Wisconsin Freedom of Information Council joined the motion arguing the media should be allowed to livestream the trial... - MORE -

Poynter offers session on covering jails, police reform

From DodgertonSkillhause on Morguefile
Poynter is offering journalists a two day session on covering jails and police reform. Check it out: This free workshop will help journalists more confidently cover America’s criminal justice system, from learning about COVID-19 inside jails to proposed changes in local policing. Accepted applicants can attend either online or in-person ... - MORE -

Applications open for RTDNF scholarships, fellowships

From our friends at the Radio Television Digital News Association: Applications for the Radio Television Digital News Foundation’s 2022 scholarship and fellowship program are now open! RTDNF plans to award nine scholarships this spring to talented college students interested in careers in radio, television or digital journalism.  Applications are due ... - MORE -

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