FeaturedSeptember 23 2026

Broadcasters take on snowstorms

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Weather is a common experience, which is why coverage of snow storms is so important for broadcasters. When winter weather arrives, there are few people who aren’t interested in what’s going on in their communities. To all the Wisconsin newsrooms covering this week’s storm or any other storms this winter, thank you for your hard… Read More: Broadcasters take on snowstorms »

Groups get behind federal Shield Law

A number of groups supporting journalists are getting behind an effort to get Congress to pass a federal Shield Law to better protect journalists. The News Media for Open Government coalition includes the National Association of Broadcasters. “NMOG is committed to promoting and advocating for policies on Capitol Hill that keep our government open and… Read More: Groups get behind federal Shield Law »

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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.