“I don’t believe Seattle should proceed with a proposal that’s gestating to create news vouchers, modeled on the city’s $30 million democracy voucher program,” writes Free Press editor Brier Dudley. more

In a case with potentially far-reaching press freedom implications, a federal judge in Washington is weighing whether to hold in contempt a veteran journalist who has refused to identify her sources for stories about a Chinese American scientist who was investigated by the FBI but never charged. more

Craig Hodges has been named senior vice president of corporate affairs with Cox Enterprises. In this role, Hodges will oversee the corporate communications and corporate social responsibility strategy, while providing communications counsel to executive leaders. more

In acquisition and retention strategies, pricing policies have become a key element for publishers. Offering the right price at the right time to the right customer, while ensuring the best possible profitability, has increasingly been applied to conversion strategies as well as to renewal and retention offers. more

With the planned migration of approximately 1.5 million photographs, this ambitious modernization project will enable Público Portugal to access, organize and share its visual resources in a more efficient and effective manner. more

In addition to lower prices, a key benefit of belonging to the PAGE Cooperative is access to fellow publishers and PAGE members who can provide guidance in addressing critical business issues.  Newspaper Toolbox, a longstanding PAGE partner, is also an extension of your team, and specifically your advertising sales team. more

In the world of journalism and publishing, typography plays a crucial role in conveying information effectively. Newspapers, as one of the most traditional forms of print media, need to carefully consider every aspect of their design, including font selection. Let's explore the key factors to consider when selecting fonts for your publication. more

Multimedia reporter Caché McClay will cover a new beat focused on the accomplished entrepreneur and legendary singer, songwriter and actress Beyoncé Knowles-Carter at The Tennessean and USA TODAY Network. more

November 13, 2023 - The first of its kind, the Paris Charter on AI and Journalism defines ethics and principles that journalists, newsrooms and media outlets around the world will be able to appropriate and apply in their work with artificial intelligence. It was created by a commission initiated by Reporters Without Borders and chaired by journalist and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Maria Ressa. more

While journalists’ access to the war in Gaza is limited, a flood of video from all sorts of sources documents what is — and isn’t — going on. more

Artificial intelligence was top of mind at America’s Newspapers’ recent Senior Leadership Conference. The question many attendees asked: Should publishers embrace AI to help streamline news and business operations or should they avoid it at all costs? more

Your newspaper is directly connected to the health of your community. The Kid Scoop weekly youth feature seeks to help families form strong connections with your community. more

There is a benefit to keeping strategies and tactics simple, often reflected in the saying “KISS — Keep it simple, Stupid.”  In some circumstances the investment in complexity is justified by the return, particularly when complexity can be automated. more

The highly anticipated 2024 political season is nearly upon us. This is a crucial time for print publishers to enter the spotlight and make a significant impact through content and advertising opportunities. more

Sonoma Media Investments has recently partnered with Lineup Systems for the deployment of its industry-leading, advertising sales management software, Adpoint. more

Gannett Co., Inc.  and USA TODAY have announced a multi-year strategic partnership with Home Solutions, a leading digital media company that helps homeowners make informed decisions about services and projects in their homes. more

Newspapers are a critical part of the American news landscape, but they have been hit hard as more and more Americans consume news digitally. The industry’s financial fortunes and subscriber base have been in decline since the mid-2000s, and their website audience traffic has begun to decline as well. Explore the patterns and longitudinal data of U.S. newspapers. more

A panel discussion led by Margaret Sullivan will kick off a campaign Nov. 15 for a state bill in New York to help local newspapers receive funds to hire more journalists and expand local coverage. Ahead of the talk, Sullivan, who is currently a columnist with The Guardian, sat down to discuss how local journalism and the future of democracy are intertwined. more

AIM Media Midwest, LLC has announced the appointment and return of David Trinko as editor at The Lima (Ohio) News and the appointment of Natalie Buzzard as regional advertising director for the Lima market, in addition to maintaining her other responsibilities at the company. more

Lange Svehlak, an experienced newspaper executive, has been appointed regional publisher of four Texas newspapers: the Palestine Herald-Press, Corsicana Daily Sun, Jacksonville Progress and Huntsville Item. more