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Elinor R. Tatum receives E&P Publisher of the Year award for groundbreaking work at Amsterdam News

In a surprise announcement at the New York Amsterdam News headquarters, Elinor R. Tatum, publisher and editor-in-chief of one of the nation’s oldest Black newspapers, was named Editor & Publisher’s (E&P) 2024 Publisher of the Year. Tatum, who has led the publication for three decades, was honored for her visionary leadership in transforming the newspaper through digital innovation, investigative journalism, and her unwavering commitment to racial justice. Surrounded by over 30 colleagues, friends, and team members, Tatum’s impact was celebrated, highlighting her pivotal role in shaping the future of Black journalism.
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Hearing the music: How nonprofit news media thrives through synergy and mission-driven growth

Nonprofit news outlets have a unique advantage. They can innovate and experiment with new strategies more freely, benefitting from their size and mission-driven focus. For nonprofits, marketing, ad sales, audience development and fundraising are the different sections of an orchestra. When each area is in sync and adapting to changing circumstances, they create a powerful performance that resonates with audiences and drives sustainable growth.
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A decade of justice: How The Marshall Project is changing criminal justice coverage

This year, The Marshall Project celebrates its 10th anniversary. Founded by Neil Barsky, the nonprofit newsroom’s name honors the late Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall. Its stirring reporting is focused on the criminal justice system and the people impacted by it.

Next Gen Radio

NPR’s Next Generation Radio project is both a unique professional development opportunity and a talent pipeline for audio journalism and the broader journalism field. It’s an intensive five-day boot camp for aspiring audio storytellers funded by NPR member stations. Not only is it free, but participants receive a stipend to help cover their costs for the week.
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The ‘sanewashing’ phenomenon

As the 2024 election cycle heats up, a new buzzword is making waves in media circles: “sanewashing.” The term refers to how some media outlets sanitize Donald Trump’s often incoherent and erratic remarks, presenting them as more polished and conventional political discourse. Critics argue that by reshaping Trump’s rambling responses into digestible news bites, journalists unintentionally protect him from scrutiny, failing to fully expose the chaotic nature of his statements. This phenomenon, which has sparked widespread discussion, highlights the ongoing challenge of how the press covers politicians whose rhetoric increasingly defies the norms of political communication.

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The best salespeople have innate talents. They have figured out what brings them to the playing field and what their blind spots are. There are some things at which they don’t excel as well as others, but they don't let this deter them. Instead, they zero in on their areas of excellence so they can perform at high levels.
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Six young reporters talk workplace culture, work/life boundaries and generational differences at their news organizations.

The Supreme Court said Monday it won’t hear an appeal from the social media platform X over a search warrant prosecutors obtained in the election-interference case against former President Donald Trump.
A federal judge on Monday ordered Google to tear down the digital walls shielding its Android app store from competition as a punishment for maintaining an illegal monopoly that helped expand the company’s internet empire.
“As publishers of local newspapers, we join our media colleagues who want to be fairly compensated for the use of content we produce. But local news cannot rely on Big Tech alone to solve our industry’s ongoing financial crisis. It’s time to pursue policies that don’t rely exclusively on antitrust regulations to save local news. ” — Zachary Richner, Cameron Nutting Williams and Jeremy Gulban
The Pennsylvania NewsMedia Association Foundation has announced three grant recipients of the inaugural PA Lab for Journalism Funding program, aimed at strengthening community reporting through philanthropic efforts.
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E&P interviews ChatGPT: How AI responds to tough questions about its impact on journalism’s future

In a unique interview, E&P Publisher Mike Blinder sat down with Version 1.2024.240 of ChatGPT, enhanced by Siri Voice 4, to explore the intersection of AI and journalism. The conversation tackled the critical issues facing the news industry today — from copyright and licensing to search traffic, newsroom integration and the future of journalism.

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As local media grapples with the challenges of digital transformation, there may be an overlooked opportunity that bridges the gap between traditional print and modern technology: digital news dailies. These innovative products merge the familiarity of print-style newspapers with the convenience of digital distribution, delivered as PDFs or e-editions designed for easy reading on tablets or simple printouts. By maintaining traditional ad rates and subscription models without the costs of physical printing and distribution, digital news dailies offer a sustainable solution for publishers seeking new revenue streams.
Almost 10 years ago, the combination of Jayne Burns' community spirit and artistic eye caused her to notice the ugly, plain and abandoned news racks on the streets of Sebastopol. She didn’t just want to paint the racks but, as they became obsolete, give them a new life as free little libraries, working on the principle that you take a book and replace it with another.
Many of the journalistic skills we learn are from veteran colleagues we work with, not at home in our jammies batting out tomorrow’s front-page stories. There’s no better way to learn than by listening to those who do it well. And you can’t cover the cops, city hall,  the legislature or almost anything else well that way either.
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Israel’s conduct of the war in Gaza has exacted an unprecedented and horrific toll on Palestinian journalists and the region’s media landscape.
Gray Media has announced that Local News Live, its 24/7 streaming news network, launched standalone apps for connected TVs and smartphones. These new apps are now available to download for free by searching “LNL” on Roku, Amazon Fire, Apple TV, iOS and Android streaming devices.
Pennon laid off about 24 employees across LNP | LancasterOnline and WITF on Thursday, Oct. 3.
2024 marks the 84th celebration of National Newspaper Week. Read this column from Jeff Cott, publisher/owner of the Derby Weekly Informer.
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Newsrooms can harness the power of AI to deliver personalized election content, track real-time voter sentiment, and optimize for engagement and revenue growth. AI tools, such as Nota and Chartbeat, can analyze user data and sentiment shifts, helping publishers provide tailored content that resonates with specific audiences. By enhancing reader experiences and streamlining workflows, AI empowers media companies to improve audience engagement and maximize advertising opportunities during the high-stakes election season. Ultimately, these strategies not only boost revenue but also ensure that voters stay well-informed and engaged with crucial election coverage.

To enhance its already successful “Best of the Best” campaign, the Tampa Bay Times partnered with Elite Insights to address a missed opportunity in digital advertising. With Elite Insights’ software and expertise, the Times integrated a streamlined digital strategy, allowing its sales team to focus on selling while Elite handled logistics. This collaboration led to impressive results, including a 260% revenue increase and over 425,000 community votes, setting a new standard for digital engagement.
StandUp Ventures led the round with participation from Coralus and Mucker Capital supporting Indiegraf's mission to empower independent media businesses across the globe.
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Hyperlocal news publisher and creator of Broadstreet Kenny Katzgrau teamed up with Montclair Local's Annette Batson to deliver a highly polished and tactical webinar on achieving same-day closes with digital advertisers.

Watch this "E&P Reports" Sponsored Webinar revealing how these three news publishers are taking advantage of the new, growing, impactful media of digital signage, to reach new readers and drive new revenue.
209 Multimedia recently streamlined its legal notice and obituary management with the help of Column’s Public Notice Platform, transforming an otherwise labor-intensive process into an efficient workflow. Saresa Shutes, who oversees legal notices, obituaries, and classifieds, previously spent hours manually handling ads, a process prone to human error. Now, thanks to Column, Shutes can process legal ads five times faster while drastically reducing mistakes, saving time and money for the company.
Explore how Iliffe Media Group uses AI to drive immediate new revenues with "Smart Ads." By offering an affordable, combined print and digital ad package, they turned a significant portion of their small print advertisers into digital clients. This efficient and cost-effective solution generated over 100 new ads per week within 20 days, creating a substantial six- to seven-digit pound revenue opportunity without adding operation overhead to their team. Learn how they bridged the digital gap for small print advertisers (and local sales teams), creating a win-win for both the publisher and advertisers. Don't miss this insightful case study.