Journalism
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Local News Collapse Threatens Democracy, Leaving Communities Vulnerable
The United States has lost 2,100 newspapers in the past 15 years, leaving at least 1,800 communities without a local news outlet, according to Agorajournalism Center .
Local media awards boost journalism, but barriers remain.
Melissa Montalvo's investigation into security guard force in homeless shelters earned her first place in Investigative Writing, a testament to the tangible impact recognized by local media awards, ac
Local News Disappearance Threatens Civic Engagement, Papers Decline
Up to 4.4 million citizens in the UK now live in 'news deserts,' communities with no dedicated local print, online, TV, or radio outlet, according to GOV UK . These vast information voids leave entire
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Nearly Died. Local News is Critical for Democracy.
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, one of America's oldest newspapers, was reportedly due to shut down in May, signaling a critical moment for local news.
Local News is Critical for Democracy. Its Decline Threatens Civic Engagement.
In the U.S., 59% of adults highly attached to their communities follow local news very closely, compared to just 27% of unattached individuals. This stark difference shows local information is crucial
Local News: Reclaiming Community Engagement by 2026
Between 2009 and 2019, over 320 local newspaper titles in Britain vanished, leaving communities without vital civic information.
Local news jobs plummet; new models offer a lifeline.
In early February, The Washington Post, a titan of American journalism, announced layoffs of nearly half its staff.
Local News Collapse Risks Democratic Deficit, Report Warns
At least 293 local newspapers have closed in the UK since 2005, representing about a third of the sector, according to GOV.
Local news is vital for democracy. Most outlets are failing.
Almost 200 counties across the United States currently have no newspaper at all.