FeaturedMarch 23 2026

Session focuses on connecting journalism research, practice

RJI
The Donald W. Reynolds Journalism Institute is hosting the following free session on the topic of connecting journalism research and practice: It is now well-established that the long-time economic model on which the news industry has relied is no longer sustainable. Facebook, Google, and declining levels of popular trust in ... - MORE -

Storms don’t have to be severe to warrant extra coverage

Rain weather storm from davidpwhelan on Morguefile
A thunderstorm can disrupt someone’s day, even if the storm isn’t, strictly speaking, “severe” as defined by the National Weather Service. Talent coach and weather content consultant Tim Heller, writing for RTDNA, says, “Local TV station weather teams usually do an excellent job connecting with viewers during severe weather. But... - MORE -

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    Wisconsin Open Meetings & Records Law

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