New Year’s resolutions are fun — sometimes funny — but always something to work toward. When we asked some industry leaders to send us their resolutions, we quickly found that they can also be serious business. Reading these resolutions taught me that industry leaders are embracing the changes, looking for innovative ways forward and enthusiastically approaching 2025. more

Every new year is an opportunity to set personal and professional goals for the next 12 months, to reaffirm and reinforce the values that are the foundation of your happiness and livelihood, launch new initiatives and contribute to the health and prosperity of your community. Editor & Publisher has invited leaders and influencers in the media and news industries to share their New Year’s resolutions for 2025. more

Homeless by choice, Sean has been on the streets of Olympia, Washington, for almost two years. “I just can’t seem to give up the drinking; that’s why I am here,” he said.  more

Trusting News, an organization that advocates for journalists to demonstrate their credibility and earn trust, published a study in September that measured news consumers’ trust in AI uses for journalism. Nearly 94% of news consumers who participated in the survey said they wanted the use of AI to be disclosed. more

Recent polling shows voters who follow the news the least drift toward outlets like YouTube, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. In the spirit of giving, here are a few humble suggestions from E&P columnist Rob Tornoe for publishers, editors and reporters at news organizations looking to win over some of these readers and hopefully pay the bills in 2025 and beyond. more

Any organization or business able to maintain and expand its mission, serve its members or clients successfully and create a dominant leadership position for 139 years is to be treasured. In the newspaper industry, that treasure is the National Newspaper Association (NNA) and its companion organization, the National Newspaper Association Foundation (NNAF). more

The era of paperboys and adult carriers has ended for most newspapers as current subscribers are spread throughout the coverage area, including many in surrounding counties. Often, a small, local newspaper is the only publication in a multi-county portion of its state. Consequently, more rely on the United States Postal Service (USPS) to deliver their physical newspapers. more

By blending investigative rigor with a commitment to public service, USA TODAY has once again showcased the impact of journalism. Editor-in-Chief Caren Bohan joined E&P Reports to discuss a remarkable story that began as a feel-good reunion and evolved into a layered investigation highlighting systemic issues and ethical complexities. Bohan shared insights on how the USA TODAY newsroom navigated the twists and turns of this compelling case while adhering to its mission of accountability journalism. more

In recent years, the Chicago Sun-Times has fully embraced community-focused journalism under the leadership of Jennifer Kho, who was appointed executive editor in 2022. The first woman and person of color to lead the newsroom, Kho has driven a transformation rooted in listening and collaboration. more

Every station CEO I talk to — and most of their senior leaders — know the issues facing us: Aging over-the-air audiences, fragmented by near-endless choice via digital media, leading to sharp declines in membership, and increased competition for advertising (sorry! “underwriting!”) dollars. But are your boards conversant on those topics? Do their meetings regularly devote time to discussing them? more

The Atlanta Voice has been a steadfast pillar in the Black press since its founding in 1966, born out of the Civil Rights Movement to give voice to a community often ignored by mainstream media. Today, under the leadership of Publisher Janis Ware and Editor-in-Chief Donnell Suggs, the historic publication continues to evolve, combining its storied legacy with modern multimedia initiatives, while maintaining its mission: “A People Without A Voice Cannot Be Heard.” more

The United States may have made measurable progress in reducing pollution since the 1970s. However, pollution and toxins remain an environmental bane, and industrial contamination continues to spoil soil, water and air around the country, creating public health crises in communities nationwide. Pollutants and chemical contaminants present health and safety hazards at every turn, making reporting on them all the more critical. more

Did you notice that we’ve lost the freedom of the press, which is essential to our democracy? If you’re like many people, probably not. Do you believe that a free press is a Constitutional guarantee? Most people likely think it is indeed guaranteed. Actually, it is not. Here’s the real story, as William Dunkerley (a media business analyst) sees it. more

In his seventh appearance on E&P Reports, Gordon Borrell, CEO of Borrell Associates, joined Mike Blinder to preview insights from his firm's latest advertiser survey and its implications for the media industry. Borrell Associates, widely regarded as a leading authority on local advertising trends, has released its fall 2024 survey, gathering data from over 1,100 advertisers and 122 agencies. The findings shed light on evolving advertiser preferences, challenges in media sales and strategies for 2025. more

When it became clear that Hurricane Helene was heading our way, the staff of the Courier Herald in Dublin, Georgia, dived into planning for an unprecedented event. No storm this powerful had rolled through this region in my memory. Our top priority was preparing our readers for what was coming and helping them navigate safely through it. more

In a recent webinar hosted by Editor & Publisher (E&P) Magazine, Mike Blinder engaged with three experts from ATEX to explore how their cutting-edge auto-pagination technology is transforming print publishing. Featuring Chris Freeman, Account Executive; Cesare Navarotto, Chief Product Officer; and Stuart Bowley, Product Lead, the session illuminated the benefits of automation for news publishers and the ease of integrating ATEX solutions into existing workflows. more

Howard University’s Cathy Hughes School of Communications Department of Media, Journalism and Film has a long name, but so is its list of programs, centers, opportunities and accomplishments. Ingrid Sturgis, the department chair, says: “We pride ourselves on having a full, robust journalism program. We’re doubling down on investigative journalism now, but we’ve had investigative journalism courses going back almost 10 years.” more

Remember when we said FAST channels would disrupt local TV? The same revolution is happening in audio, and publishers can’t afford to ignore it. With 83% of adults tuning into AM/FM radio (Nielsen) but over half of spoken-word listening now on digital devices (NPR), local media can leverage this shift to disrupt audio markets using their brand strength, audience trust, and advertiser relationships—no FCC license required. more

This summer, an elite group of student journalists fanned out across the country to investigate the state of American democracy as part of the prestigious Carnegie-Knight News21 fellowship. Through immersive, on-the-ground reporting, these rising stars uncovered critical issues, from voting rights in Alabama to threats against election officials nationwide. Armed with deep research and mentorship from experts, they crafted stories, documentaries, and interactive projects to illuminate challenges and showcase those working across political divides—all while redefining what it means to report on a fractured democracy. more