The Latest News on Local News

Local newspapers were once an indispensable part of Americans’ news diets, sustained by subscriptions, advertisers, and the commitments of reporters, editors, and publishers.  The news ecosystem has changed dramatically in the past two decades as newspapers have been replaced by social media.  What are the implications? And what does it take to build and sustain local news outlets today? 

Featuring

Marisa Porto, Knight Chair in Local News and Sustainability, Hussman School of Journalism 

Erica Perel, Operations Director, Tiny News Collective