Local Journalism
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Community support is key to sustaining local journalism in 2026.
Over 2,500 local newspapers have closed since 2004, leaving millions of Americans in 'news deserts' where reliable local reporting no longer exists.
Local Journalism's Accountability Role Is Threatened, Jeopardizing Informed Citizenship
Since 2023, a public investment in California has placed over 110 journalists who have collectively reported more than 10,000 stories, reaching 90 percent of the state's population, according to berke
Local journalism's role in community accountability is vital for 2026.
In judicial districts across the nation, prosecutions for public corruption were notably more frequent when a nonprofit news outlet operated within the area, according to theajp .
Local journalism's decline erodes community ties and accountability
Montclair's Township Council is considering a $52,500 contract for a community engagement platform that culls social media, even as local newsrooms shrink.
Community-led initiatives vital for saving local journalism
After an Iowa company decided in March to stop publishing 18 rural newspapers, former TV meteorologist Chris Nelson personally acquired five of them.
Our Community's Watchdog Is Fading. Here's Why Investing In Local Journalism Is Crucial.
Local journalism is the bedrock of an informed community, fostering connection and holding leaders accountable. As newsrooms face challenges, investing in local news is an investment in our civic infrastructure and the health of our democracy.