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Newspapers in Illinois are closing and losing journalists at a high rate amid the changing economic model. Tim Franklin of Northwestern University and director of the Medill Local News Initiative discusses growing news deserts as well as greenshoots of digital local news organizations in the Chicago area on WBEZ public radio's Reset talk show. https://lnkd.in/gKpwqd75

KEY POINTS: (1) News organizations cut short the live broadcast of Trump’s lie-laden news conference; (2) Trump uses lies, smears, fake news and conspiracy theories to sway people based on their fears, greed, ignorance and bigotries.

"Over recent years, we’ve witnessed a decline in media independence across Europe, marked by increased concentration and political influence over media outlets. Supporting innovative, independent voices, especially in regions where media freedom is under pressure, is more important than ever." We recently spoke to Lot Carlier, Stichting Veronica / V-Ventures, on the challenges of funding journalism, the importance of financial independence in safeguarding editorial freedom, and what exactly happened to all those pirate broadcasters in the North Sea. Read the full interview here! https://lnkd.in/eNg7J5FW

Registering on #5WH gets simple. Here is a tutorial that acquaints you with the procedure. Sell and purchase stories over a global network of journalists and media houses on our website today. #journalists #5WH #marketplace

📄 Dive into this interesting article from Centre for Media Pluralism and Media Freedom (CMPF) in which Danielle da Costa Leite Borges explores the opportunities and hurdles of the new transparency rules and what they mean for the future of media in the EU. #MediaFreedom #Transparency #EURegulation

New contribution at Observatory on the European Media Freedom Act❗ The #EMFA includes ownership transparency obligations among the duties of #media service providers under Article 6. ✍️ In this blog, Danielle da Costa Leite Borges explores these new obligations and discusses how the lack of comprehensive information on #news media revenues -including private #funding- may limit the effectiveness of Article 6. Learn more 📌 https://loom.ly/dD-4NK4 #Press #MediaFreedom #Journalism

Our new "Journalists Under Fire" report sheds light on the challenges faced by U.S. media professionals. From harassment to threats, we explore the realities of modern journalism. Read the full report: https://lnkd.in/e-A2zqHS

Maybe the media, especially corporate outlets, requires a watchdog to hold journalism "power accountable." The Zachary Young defamation trial, a brief breakdown of the most scandalous findings, why this story is about the "how the sausage gets made" and "the recipe" and what the media needs to know about itself. https://lnkd.in/gCeBiF6i #reputation #mediaethics #mediamisconduct #mediadefamationcases #defamation #ZacharyYoung #JakeTapperDefamation #CNNDefamationCase #professionalopinion

📺 Today marks a milestone for media policy in the European Union as the European Media Freedom Act (EMFA) enters into force. We're excited to share our practitioner's guide, offering an overview of key provisions and practical compliance measures to help media companies and stakeholders navigate this important Regulation effectively. 📝✅ Stay informed and compliant with our ACT guide!  #EMFA #MediaFreedom #EURegulation #Television #Newsroom #Journalism #Sustainability #Pluralism https://lnkd.in/e3ki3rvU

📰 The Decline of Local News: Impact on Immigrant Communities Key Facts: 🗞️ Since 2005, the U.S. has lost 1/3 of its newspapers and 2/3 of its newspaper journalists (Associated Press)  📉 In 2023 alone, 2.5 newspapers closed each week, highlighting a deteriorating media landscape. (Associated Press) 🚨 At least 1,265 websites identified as being backed by dark money or are intentionally masquerading as local news sites for political purposes (Axios) 🗳️ 45% of the partisan sites observed targeted communities or regions in swing states (Axios) As local news declines and partisan outlets rise, immigrant communities, especially Spanish-speaking Latinos, are vulnerable to misinformation, with digital platforms often overlooking crucial topics like immigration policy and public benefits. ❌ Noticias Para Inmigrantes bridges this gap by delivering accurate, community-centric news through a trusted friend-to-friend model and transcreation process, partnering with lawyers, advocacy groups, and local entities to amplify initiatives and boost community engagement. 🗣️ 🔹 Our Approach: We translate complex national news, federal policies, and public benefits into community-specific information, incorporating cultural nuances to foster a two-way dialogue within the community. In a time of increasing misinformation, our role is critical in providing our communities with the trustworthy information they deserve. #LocalNews #SmallNewsroom #DigitalMedia #ImmigrantCommunities #TrustedNews #NoticiasParaInmigrantes #CommunityEngagement