A new report further documents the evisceration of Washington’s capitol press corps as the state’s news industry shrank in recent years. Sadly, this comes as new state leaders take office next week and the Legislature convenes with a $10 billion-plus budget deficit that will lead to policy changes affecting a generation of Washingtonians. more

Sarah Leach, who was fired for talking to a Poynter columnist, launched the nonprofit Ottawa News Network with backing from local sponsors. more

Cox Enterprises has named Shereta Williams as executive vice president of Growth Operations. In this role, Williams will continue to help drive the company's diversification strategy and oversee all Cox Enterprises' majority-owned businesses outside of its core operating divisions, Cox Communications and Cox Automotive. more

In response to Meta's announcement that it will end its fact-checking program with independent third parties and pivot to a “Community Notes” model that uses crowdsourced fact-checking contributions from users, America's Newspapers issued the following statement:

Meta’s recent decision to replace third-party fact-checking with a crowdsourced system called “Community Notes” further highlights the importance that local newspapers play in providing reliable, vetted information to their communities. While social media platform approaches to content moderation are often politically-oriented and vulnerable to bias and manipulation, local newspapers continue to prioritize accuracy, fairness and accountability.

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Every publisher dreams of sustainable revenue growth, but finding the right monetization model can feel like an uphill battle. Subscriptions work for some, but what if your content thrives on reader loyalty rather than exclusive access? Flip-Pay has the answer. more

When bad weather hits, storm-related home repairs, such as leaks and structural damage, can become urgent needs. Finding quick and reliable services is critical for homeowners facing these issues. more

The new year is the perfect opportunity for publishers to reset and focus on growth, and 2025 is no different. Whether refining current strategies or trying something new, now is the time for publishers to jumpstart the year and set themselves up for success. more

Every business accepting credit cards faces the risk of chargebacks. These disputed transactions can result in significant revenue loss, costing you both the product/your time and the sale. MSG Payment Systems understands the challenges newspapers face and created a guide to help minimize chargebacks. more

The Alliance for Audited Media asked leaders from several media groups, including America’s Newspapers’ Dean Ridings, to share their thoughts about the past year and what the industry should look forward to in 2025. Here’s what they had to say. more

While February is known for Valentine’s Day, love and romance, it is also Heart Month. Kid Scoop offers you this smart, fun feature to attract sponsors who want to promote healthy hearts for all ages. more

The transfer marks a milestone in the fight against tech companies that featured journalism on their platforms but failed to compensate companies creating the content. more

Several changes are coming to the leadership of the Anchorage Daily News, including the departure of the editor and the publisher, owner and president Ryan Binkley announced Monday. more

This is the most important year in your newspaper's history. If you’re reading this column, you likely own, lead, manage or help operate one of the oldest and most trusted businesses in your community. Whether your paper prospers — or even survives — is largely up to you. And living up to that challenge is getting tougher all the time, isn’t it? more

America needs its newspapers today more than ever — and I'm not talking about the paper on which they are printed. With Meta (aka Facebook) now declining to vet the content posted on its platforms for truthfulness, social media’s already shaky reputation is poised to take a swan dive off the cliff of credibility.  more

A family man and newspaper entrepreneur, Gary Rust spent his final days surrounded by loved ones, sharing humor, songs and cherished memories. His legacy of love and devotion endures. more

Poynter has created a glossary of terms used in newsrooms and their definitions, so you can stay in the know. more

Facebook and Instagram owner Meta said it’s scrapping its third-party fact-checking program and replacing it with a Community Notes program written by users similar to the model used by Elon Musk’s social media platform X. more

Just days after Tennessee announced it had a new manual for executing death-row inmates, the state’s top prison officials said they would not release the document to the public. more

The New Year brings fresh starts and big goals — especially when it comes to health and fitness. For businesses in the weight loss and nutrition industry, this is the prime time to connect with consumers eager to kick off their health journeys. Local newspapers offer a unique opportunity to reach these motivated individuals right when they’re setting their resolutions. more

Gannett Co., Inc. and Reuters have announced an agreement to provide media brands and publishers with a unique offering that includes ready-to-publish local, regional, state, national and international multimedia news and content. more