How to Write an Insider Story
A major factor in crafting a protagonist is their connection to the culture or world in which the story takes…
Investigative Journalism
Investigative journalism focuses on uncovering truth and exposing corruption, misconduct, or injustice in our society. It involves in-depth research, rigorous…
What is a Corruption Probe?
A corruption probe is an investigation of alleged acts of corruption. Corruption investigations can be conducted by governments, police agencies…
Letter to the Editor
A letter to the editor is a form of writing that is sent in by readers of newspapers, magazines, journals…
Who Represents You on the City Council?
A city council (or municipal council, board of aldermen, or board of selectmen) is a group of people who make…
How to Write a Featured Story
A featured story is a piece of longform nonfiction that covers a topic in depth. It can include a news…
Curriculum Change Is a Difficult and Time-consuming Process
As the world develops and transitions, so must the educational curriculum. This cyclical process is essential to teaching students and…
What is a Data Leak?
A data leak occurs when sensitive information is exposed outside of its intended environment. It may be the result of…
What Is a Public Debate?
A public debate is a discursive event in which a group of participants present their views about a topic through…
Getting News About Local Crime
A substantial share of Americans often or sometimes get news about local crime, and most of these people say that…