Tag: democracy
Why Local News Matters More Than You Think
Look, I’m gonna level with you I’ve been in this business for 23 years. Started as a beat reporter in Cedar Rapids, Iowa—yeah, I know, not exactly the center of the universe. But let me...
The Messy Truth About Local News in the Digital Age
I’ve Seen This Movie Before Look, I’m gonna be honest with you. I’ve been around the block a few times. Twenty-three years as a journalist, and I’ve seen alot of changes. But none as wild...
The Messy Truth About Local News in the Digital Age
Why Local News Matters More Than You Think Look, I’ve been around the block a few times. Started as a cub reporter in Des Moines back in ’98, moved to bigger markets, thought I’d seen...
The Local News Crisis: Why Your Hometown Paper Might Be Dying
I’ve Been a Journalist for 22 Years. Here’s What’s Really Happening. Look, I’m not gonna sugarcoat it. Local news is in trouble. Big trouble. I’ve seen it coming for years, but it’s getting worse faster...