United Robots develops new automated content products based on requests from our publisher partners, which is how our latest product — Earthquake warnings — came about this summer. more

Media companies that successfully navigate the transition into better digital offerings for their local business clients won't just survive, they'll thrive. inTandem offers media companies a white-labeled, fully digital SaaS solution that represents a pathway to recurring revenue. more

While fall may not officially arrive until later this month, for many, September is the kickoff to the season. It’s the perfect moment for businesses to capture attention with a strong mobile strategy. more

Designed to help media professionals grow and engage their audiences more efficiently, the latest enhancements offer powerful tools for collecting, managing and acting on subscriber data — without the need for third-party systems or complex integrations. more

The Center Square newswire service will begin distributing select content from established news organizations as part of our commitment to providing comprehensive, high-quality coverage for our partners. more

Report for America’s application will open Sept. 15 for news organizations interested in partnering to host emerging and experienced journalists in their newsrooms for up to three years, beginning July of 2026.   Participate in a virtual webinar on Tuesday, Sept. 30, to learn more. All applications to become a host newsroom must be received by Oct. 20. more

Plus: News consumers want more ideological balance, not just transparency; what really moves people to pay for news; and a “document divide” in public records requests. more

Chris Fusco, an award-winning editor with more than 30 years of news and leadership experience, will take the helm of The Sacramento Bee as its new executive editor, and as regional editor overseeing McClatchy Media’s California newsrooms. more

The Minnesota Star Tribune has announced plans to stop operating its own printing facility effective Dec. 27. The move is part of the Minnesota Star Tribune’s ongoing transformation into a modern, digital-first media company while ensuring the long-term financial health of the organization.   more

South Texas News, Inc., a Texas-based media company owned by Albert Reynolds, has acquired The Banner-Press in Brenham, Texas, from a partnership led by Fred Hartman.  more

The decline of community newspapers reflects a dramatic shift in the traditional business model for newspapers and changing readership trends as people increasingly rely on online sources for information. more

During a roundtable session at SLC, United Robots will share how automated content based on verified local data is helping publishers expand coverage without stretching already thin resources. From neighborhood-level home sales and sports recaps to instant alerts on wildfires and severe weather, the goal is to deliver more relevant information to readers while freeing up reporters’ time. more

The Hoskins family, owners of Better Newspapers, Inc. has sold 15 newspapers in Illinois and Missouri to Paxton Media Group, according to John Cribb, Cribb & Associates who represented the Hoskins family in the transaction. Terms were not disclosed. more

The Lawton Constitution will be sold to Hilliary Communications, according to an agreement reached Wednesday with Southern Newspapers, Inc. (SNI). The agreement is expected to close within the next few weeks. more

Felicia Mason has retired after 38 years with Alabama Press Association, 25 years as executive director. Her successor is Brad English. more

The Minnesota Star Tribune has announced the hiring of Angie Schulke as its new chief product and technology officer. She brings decades of leadership experience in engineering, product development and digital innovation across multiple industries. more

Boone Newsmedia, Inc. (BNI), owners of Leader Publications headquartered in Niles, Michigan, has announced the sale of The Niles Daily Star, Dowagiac Daily News and The Leader to Paxton Media Group, according to John Cribb, Cribb & Associates who represented BNI and the Boone family in the transaction. Terms were not disclosed. more

The Cleveland Jewish Publication Company has entered into a new publishing agreement with the Toledo Jewish News on behalf of the Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo. Starting with the September issue, the partnership will include content, advertising and creative services support. more

Adapt these ideas for hyper-local news participation from API’s Local News Summit on Civic Discourse Across Generations. more

Further evidence that we’re living in a bizarro world, where wrong is right and down is up, came in a recent Pew Research Center survey. It found a shockingly large number of Americans don’t strongly believe journalists should hold public figures accountable, by calling out false and misleading information. more