Be cautious when reviewing screenshots

Reporters should be cautious about sharing screenshots without first checking the accuracy of the image. Screenshots are fairly easy for anyone to fake or manipulate, and sometimes an image can simply be out-of-date. Here’s an example of what can happen if images are checked before sharing.

Boyd Huppert suggests writing like you talk

Award-winning veteran reporter Boyd Huppert is offering more insights into what makes his stories so impressive. In this case, Jeff Butera is asking Huppert questions about Butera’s favorite story produced by Huppert. You can read Butera’s questions and Huppert’s answers here.

Jessica Arp of WISC-TV named 2019 Distinguished Wisconsin Watchdog

Jessica Arp, the assistant news director and chief political reporter for WISC-TV and Channel3000.com, has been named the 2019 recipient of the Distinguished Wisconsin Watchdog Award. The award recognizes an individual’s extraordinary contributions to open government or investigative journalism in Wisconsin and is a highlight of the ninth annual Wisconsin Watchdog Awards reception and dinner,… Read More: Jessica Arp of WISC-TV named 2019 Distinguished Wisconsin Watchdog »



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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 »