Local Journalism's Essential Role in Sustaining Democracy and Community Accountability

Sustaining Journalism, Sustaining Democracy

Study links newspaper closures to distorted crime reporting

Local newspapers serve as a vital check on public institutions, including law enforcement, according to new research from the University at

The Growing Role of Social Media in Community News and Local Campaigns

When a water main breaks, a school board agenda changes, or a candidate visits a neighborhood association, many residents hear first on a ph

To ‘Save Local News,’ Policymakers Need to Understand What Needs Saving

Technology, Democracy, and Power: Journalism’s Role in a Time of Crisis

Media experts advocate sustainable financing to strengthen journalism, democracy

Media and democracy experts have called for sustainable financing for journalism to strengthen information integrity and safeguard democracy