President-elect Donald Trump agreed to sit down with NBC News’ Kristen Welker in an exclusive interview airing on “Meet the Press”on Sunday, Dec. 8. The interview will take place on Friday and marks his first network interview since winning the election.

A new website with a quirky name is tapping into the inertia of sidebar sports content. Launched Sept. 8, Offball.news curates crossover sports and pop culture content. The site acts as a destination for content where fashion and celebrity status share the court with sports.

The resilience of democracy lies in its ability to balance change with unwavering principles. As the U.S. enters a new chapter under a second Trump administration, the foundational freedoms of free speech, free press, and dissent face renewed challenges. While these freedoms have weathered past attempts at suppression, the stakes remain high as the press braces for potential restrictions and shifting public attitudes toward journalism. The question now is whether the enduring power of the First Amendment will once again protect democracy from being stretched to its breaking point.

There is evidence that the news industry and all local legacy media are reinventing themselves to be better positioned to battle for their share of digital ad dollars. E&P recently spoke with three industry executives who talked about the need for local media to catch up to make a digital transformation and help their advertisers do the same, as well as the importance of changing the sales culture at local media companies.

The Verge’s editor-in-chief Nilay Patel and publisher Helen Havlak have announced that the technology brand is launching its first site-wide subscription product.

USA TODAY, part of Gannett Co., Inc. (NYSE: GCI), announced its first-ever USA TODAY Movie Meter, a new platform that engages movie enthusiasts to rate which film deserves the “Film of the Year” designation.

An Afghan TV station has been shuttered over allegedly vulgar content and working with exiled media, a government spokesman said Thursday.

Based on Inside Radio’s monthly analysis of Nielsen’s data, news/talk has been on the comeback trail across all key demographics since hitting low points in May or June of this year, depending on the demo.

Atex has announced its partnership with Sardegna Live, a prominent Sardinian news outlet and video production company. MyType brings cutting-edge digital content management (CMS) capabilities to Sardegna Live, enabling them to amplify their reach, enhance content creation and foster deeper connections with their audience.

In the world of local journalism, the need for both cost-effectiveness and cutting-edge technology is becoming increasingly critical, especially for mid-sized newspapers. The New Jersey Hills Media Group (NMG) recently embraced a new technological partner: Newzware. This business software platform, developed by ICANON Associates, is designed to help publishers streamline operations, reduce costs, and focus on the core mission of local journalism. The transition proved to be a turning point in how NMG manages its operations, providing solutions for editorial, advertising, circulation, and finance.

The Defender Network has transformed its newsroom efficiency and audience engagement with Nota, an AI-powered tool tailored for modern journalism. Clyde Jiles, Strategic Alliance Manager at the Defender Network, shared how Nota helped cut content production time from 90 minutes to just 15, allowing their small team to focus on impactful storytelling. With features like tone customization and SEO optimization, Nota enabled the Defender to boost digital engagement and reach more readers without compromising journalistic quality. Jiles called the tool a game-changer, emphasizing its role in streamlining operations while amplifying their community’s voice.

Elite Insights and St. George News have revolutionized how media companies engage with their communities and generate revenue through innovative “Best Of” programs. These initiatives, powered by Elite Insights’ comprehensive software, enable publishers to create seamless, end-to-end campaigns that drive audience participation, build advertiser relationships, and unlock significant revenue streams. For St. George News, this approach has transformed their business, generating over $600,000 in annual revenue and fostering long-term advertiser loyalty, all while deepening connections with their local community.