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Home | Editor and PublisherEditor & Publisher Magazine, Newspapers, News Publishing, Media Industry, NewsHome | Editor and Publisher DataBook Subscribe Newsletters Signup Download Our App Submit Content Ideas Search Toggle navigation Main menu EXCLUSIVE REPORTING All Exclusive Reporting Vodcasts Revenue & Ad Sales Technology Public Media Operations E&P Voices/ Commentary Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Tornoe Cartoons Photo of the Month All Exclusive Reporting Vodcasts Revenue & Ad Sales Technology Public Media Operations E&P Voices/ Commentary Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Tornoe Cartoons Photo of the Month INDUSTRY NEWS Latest Industry News Newspeople Obituaries Partner Case Studies & Webinars Partner Press Releases Latest Industry News Newspeople Obituaries Partner Case Studies & Webinars Partner Press Releases RECOGNITION/ AWARDS EPPY Awards Creative Visionaries Publisher of the Year Media that Matters Operations All-Stars Tomorrow's News Trailblazers Masters of Media Editors Extraordinaire EPPY Awards Creative Visionaries Publisher of the Year Media that Matters Operations All-Stars Tomorrow's News Trailblazers Masters of Media Editors Extraordinaire INDUSTRY EVENTS JOBS PRINT EDITIONS Current Issue Online Issues (Oct 2017+) Archives (1905 - 2015) Current Issue Online Issues (Oct 2017+) Archives (1905 - 2015) DataBook Newsletters Signup Download Our App Submit Content Ideas Search Toggle navigation DataBook Newsletters Signup Download Our App Submit Content Ideas Search Log in Latest E&P Exclusives New LMC report finds digital revenue stable as audience revenue pressures grow A new industry survey from the Local Media Consortium (LMC) suggests that while digital revenue across local media remains relatively stable, the path forward is becoming more complicated. One of the most striking findings: the number of publishers identifying audience revenue as a major challenge has surged dramatically year over year. Fran Wills, CEO of the LMC, says the shift doesn’t necessarily signal collapse — but it does reflect a new phase of pressure on subscription growth and sustainability. In a conversation with E&P, Wills breaks down what the data reveals about the evolving economics of local journalism and where publishers may need to look next for long-term stability. News deserts persist — are we solving the wrong problem? As concern over news deserts grows, the industry has responded with urgency — deploying reporters, building networks and funding new coverage models. But what if the problem isn’t just a lack of journalists, but a lack of connection to the communities being served? Alex Curley argues that many well-intentioned solutions risk missing the deeper challenge: trust, cultural understanding and local relevance. To truly rebuild local journalism, he suggests, the path forward may lie not in sending talent in — but in growing it from within. Community listening reshapes immigrant media nationwide A new national training initiative is helping newsrooms rethink how they serve immigrant communities — by listening first and reporting second. Led by New York-based nonprofit Documented and supported by the Knight Foundation, the program trains outlets to embed community feedback directly into editorial and product decisions. Rather than building content for audiences, participating newsrooms are learning to co-create it with them. The goal: more relevant journalism, stronger trust and sustainable engagement with underserved communities. Reporting on the 2026 midterms With voter interest surging and political tensions running high, the 2026 midterms are shaping up to test both the electorate — and the newsrooms covering them. Early indicators suggest unusually high engagement, setting the stage for intense races and heightened scrutiny of election coverage. For journalists, the challenge goes beyond reporting results, as disinformation, AI manipulation and safety concerns add new layers of complexity. In this environment, news organizations are preparing not just to cover an election, but to defend the integrity of the information voters rely on. Five-generation family ownership fuels The Seattle Times When Ryan Blethen became publisher of The Seattle Times, he inherited not just a newsroom but a rare legacy — one of the last family-owned metropolitan papers in the country. In an industry reshaped by consolidation, that fifth-generation stewardship is both uncommon and intentional. Now, the challenge is proving that a mission-driven model can still thrive. Life after broadcast: What mission-driven media must become as audiences and funding move on As audiences and funding drift away from traditional broadcast models, Tom Davidson argues that the real challenge facing public media — and legacy outlets of every kind — is not survival, but reinvention. In this column, Davidson asks a provocative question: If you were building a mission-driven media organization from scratch today, would it even include a tower? Drawing on industry shifts, nonprofit news growth and the explosion of independent digital creators, he urges leaders to rethink what public service journalism looks like beyond legacy infrastructure. Scroll down to read more E&P Exclusive Reporting Latest #NewsMedia Headlines Judge voids mass layoffs at Voice of America A federal judge on Saturday ruled that the appointment of Kari Lake, the head of Voice of America’s oversight agency, was invalid, voiding mass layoffs that she had carried out at the federally funded news group last year. Axel Springer strikes $770 million deal for U.K.’s Daily Telegraph German publisher Axel Springer struck a deal to buy Britain’s Daily Telegraph newspaper for around $770 million, adding the venerable U.K. title to its stable of media properties. Paramount CEO David Ellison says CNN’s editorial independence ‘will be maintained’ Paramount CEO David Ellison has pledged to support editorial independence at CNN, saying it “needs to be maintained,” amid widespread concern about his company’s plans for the news network. Without warrant, ICE arrests Nashville reporter “A reporter who faced death threats in her home country could now be sent back by Immigration and Customs Enforcement,” Mikeie Honda Reiland reported Thursday for the Nashville Banner. International Women's Media Foundation and the Collaborative Journalism Resource Hub offer safety training for journalists Reporting in the field increasingly exposes journalists to complex safety, legal and digital risks — from covering immigration enforcement operations to documenting protests across U.S. cities. Over the past year, reporters have raised urgent questions about how to navigate encounters with federal agents, distinguish among law enforcement agencies, and protect themselves and their sources from expanding surveillance and on-the-ground threats. A 9NEWS journalist burned out on TV news. Now he's betting on a format he thinks could save it. If your social media feeds look anything like mine, then you’ve likely seen Jeremy Jojola of 9NEWS offering consequential reporting via vertical videos from his phone in selfie mode. Scroll down to read more industry news headlines Latest legacy magazine Read back issues of E&P Magazine Latest #NewsMedia Stocks of Interest Track all markets on TradingView #NewsMedia NewsPeople on the move POLITICO announces key 2026 audio and video hires PBS North Carolina names Jonathan Kappler as its chief operating officer Josh Laurito named SVP, Data at The New York Times Acclaimed photojournalist Victor J. Blue will join Ohio University’s Visual Communication faculty Neil Brown named new chairman of Poynter Institute board of trustees Josh Hoffner named AP Global Sports Editor See more NewsPeople E&P "Voices" Columns The news needs inspiration, and collaboration delivers it Jacob Fries | for E&P Magazine Editorial A season of renewal journalism Robin Blinder | E&P Magazine THE CORNER OFFICE After the cuts: Why leadership determines whether teams recover or unravel Doug Phares | for E&P Magazine Columns From sales department to revenue engine Todd Handy | for E&P Magazine Shoptalk A heavenly rebuke. Dead legends of journalism condemn CBS Jeff Kamen | for E&P Magazine Democracy Desk When universities silence student newspapers, press freedom is at risk Stuart N. Brotman | for E&P Magazine Access more E&P Commentary Latest "E&P Reports" Vodcast A blueprint beyond media: How Hearst is redefining sustainability For decades, media leaders have debated whether journalism can sustain itself as a standalone business. But in a rapidly evolving landscape, Hearst is offering a different perspective — one outlined in its latest annual letter from CEO Steven Swartz, which makes clear the company’s center of gravity has shifted far beyond traditional media. In a recent conversation on E&P Reports, David Carey, senior vice president of public affairs and communications at Hearst, expanded on that strategy, explaining how the company’s transformation wasn’t reactive, but decades in the making. His insights reveal a model that doesn’t abandon journalism, but strengthens it through broader business innovation. "South Minneapolis January 21st, 2026" E&P Photo of the Month for March 2026 A federal agent sprays a man being pinned to the ground by other agents following the detention of at least two teenagers in South Minneapolis on January 21, 2026. —Richard Tsong-Taatarii, Photographer, The Minnesota Star Tribune "Cold Glory" E&P Photo of the Month for February 2026 "Cold Glory:" A local flag bears the weight of the recent ice storm in historic Hermann, Missouri. —Anthony J. Carosella, Editor, Hermann Advertiser Courier, Hermann, Missouri "Union Pacific Line" E&P Photo of the Month for January 2026 A snowy covering of railroad tracks on the Union Pacific Line in Trenton, Missouri, glows in the winter sunlight. —Gabe Stark, Community Content Creator, The Trenton Telegraph, Trenton, Missouri "Northern Lights " E&P Photo of the Month for December 2025 The Northern Lights illuminated the sky above Eden Prairie, Minnesota on November 11, 2025. —Casey Marble, Student Journalist, Hubbard School of Journalism, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota "Fall on Arrowhead Lake" E&P Photo of the Month for November 2025 The height of Fall on Arrowhead Lake in Britt, Minnesota. —Pamela K. Abrahamson, Newspaper Operations Coordinator, Cook News-Herald, Cook, Minnesota (CherryRoad Media) See 1-year of photos See more Tornoes MORE E&P EXCLUSIVE REPORTING Trump could learn a lesson from Barbra Streisand As attacks on the media intensify, E&P Publisher Mike Blinder argues that the real story isn’t the criticism; it’s the unintended amplification that follows. In his latest commentary, he draws a line from Barbra Streisand’s infamous attempt to suppress a photo to modern-day political pressure on late-night television. Blinder suggests that efforts to silence or discredit journalism often backfire, expanding reach and fueling curiosity. For news publishers, he writes, the lesson is clear: In today’s attention economy, the fastest way to make something matter may be to try to make it disappear. Inside The Dallas Morning News’ trust initiative As public trust in media continues to erode, The Dallas Morning News is testing a different strategy: show up, listen and open the newsroom doors. In this report, Bob Miller explores how the paper’s trust initiative moves beyond surveys and slogans to hands-on engagement — from pop-up newsrooms in underserved neighborhoods to immersive media literacy workshops. Led by Managing Editor Amy Hollyfield, the effort aims to demystify journalism and reconnect reporters with the communities they cover. The results suggest that rebuilding credibility may require less explaining from afar — and more meeting readers face-to-face. Tracking extremism through data: Decoherence Media fills a void in reporting on the far-right As legacy newsrooms scale back specialized beats, a new nonprofit is stepping into one of journalism’s most dangerous and undercovered territories. In this report, Gretchen A. Peck examines how Decoherence Media is using data science, open-source intelligence and investigative reporting to track far-right extremism and anti-democratic movements. Founded by former Bellingcat data scientist Tristan Lee and researcher Jennefer Harper, the outlet aims to rebuild a watchdog beat many larger organizations have abandoned. Their work is not just about documenting ideology — it’s about exposing networks, preserving evidence and empowering other journalists to follow the trail. The vanishing newspaper cartoonist When Rob Tornoe sat down with two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Walt Handelsman, the conversation was less about one retirement and more about an extinction. Handelsman’s decision to put down his pen marks another milestone in the quiet collapse of staff editorial cartooning in America. Once a staple of nearly every major daily, the role has dwindled from hundreds of full-time artists to fewer than two dozen nationwide. What’s vanishing isn’t just a job category — it’s a uniquely sharp, visual voice that has long held power to account with ink, irony and outrage. Access more E&P exclusive reporting MORE #NEWSMEDIA HEADLINES Chicago-area publications join Arizona State’s NEWSWELL Growing Community Media has donated its four publications, seeking long-term sustainability. Netflix acquires InterPositive, Ben Affleck’s AI filmmaking company Netflix has acquired InterPositive, an artificial-intelligence filmmaking technology company founded by Ben Affleck. Senate passes bill prohibiting ads targeting minors under 17 The Senate on March 5 unanimously passed a bill that would impose new restrictions on online companies' ability to collect and harness data from teens under 17. Indonesia will ban social media for children under 16, communication minister says The implementation will start gradually from March 28, until all platforms fulfill their compliance obligations. Anthony Shadid Award for Journalism Ethics awarded to two San Francisco Chronicle reporters The San Francisco Chronicle’s exposé of neglect and violence in California’s behavioral health care system has won the 2026 Anthony Shadid Award for Journalism Ethics. Access more industy news Scroll The Latest Jobs #NewsMedia Passings For 30 years, Joey Knight told the hidden stories of Tampa Bay. Now, here’s his Author and philanthropist Anna Murdoch-Mann dies at 81 Susan Sheehan, chronicler of lives on the margins, dies at 88 AAJA mourns the loss of Abe Kwok, ‘a true model for a leader’ Former Guardian journalist Chris Boffey, a ‘tenacious’ reporter and ‘great human being’, dies aged 74 John L. Allen Jr., journalist with inside access to the Vatican, dies at 61 Geoff Mason, sports producer thrust into covering terrorism, dies at 85 Rocco Commisso, cable TV mogul & ACF Fiorentina owner, dies More #NewsMedia Obituaries Latest E&P Partner Press Releases How Hearst is modernizing newsroom and revenue operations For large media organizations, technology decisions can shape everything from newsroom efficiency to advertising revenue performance. At Hearst Newspapers, overseeing those systems across dozens of properties falls to SVP of Technology Mike Fogel. In a conversation with E&P, Fogel discussed the challenges of standardizing operations at scale, integrating AI into sales workflows and modernizing the industry’s lead-to-cash pipeline. He also highlighted how partners like Indigo Trigger help extend internal teams when complex technology implementations or acquisitions demand additional expertise. FT Strategies introduces Advisory Partners to expand strategic expertise for clients FT Strategies introduces its Advisory Partners network, integrating senior industry leaders into its core team to deliver deeper operational expertise and specialist insight to help clients navigate strategic challenges and accelerate transformation. ProImage deploys NewsWayX cloud workflow for Moser Community Media ProImage, a provider of workflow solutions for the newspaper and commercial print industries, has completed the installation of its NewsWayX cloud-based workflow platform for Moser Community Media, LLC, supporting production operations across two print facilities in Texas. Consumers as editors: New FT Strategies and Medill research reveals how young people sift, consume and share news New research from FT Strategies and Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism offers a rare, data-driven look at how younger audiences discover, consume and share news. Based on insights from more than 5,000 respondents across five countries, the findings reveal what next-generation news consumers value — and what they ignore. The Next Gen News 2 report goes beyond habits to examine how trust, format and platform shape engagement. For news organizations trying to reach younger audiences, it serves as a practical roadmap rather than a warning sign. Turning raw news data into real-world solutions: Inside Newsmatics’ 2026 Student Hackathon Journalism’s next breakthrough may not come from a newsroom — but from a room full of students staring down raw data at 3 a.m. As misinformation accelerates and trust fractures, a new generation is being asked to solve problems legacy systems never anticipated. Newsmatics’ 2026 Hackathon puts real news data, real tools and real stakes in front of young technologists to see what they’ll build when the future of information is on the line. What emerges offers a rare glimpse into where journalism may be headed next — and who might lead it. More E&P Partner Press Releases Latest E&P Sponsored Case Studies Public notice at a crossroads: Technology, legislation, and the fight for relevance Public notice — once one of the most predictable revenue streams in local media — is now at the center of a rapidly shifting landscape, where legislation, technology and changing expectations are colliding at once. In a recent E&P webinar, Column CEO Megan Villanueva made the case that this moment isn’t just about defending a legacy business — it’s about redefining it. As governments push to move notices online and reduce costs, she warned that the industry risks losing not just revenue, but a core function of transparency and accountability. Yet Villanueva also pointed to a path forward, arguing that publishers who embrace new tools and partnerships can not only protect public notice — but grow it. Email that actually works in 2026 starts with less chaos, not more hustle Email is the only audience channel publishers truly own — yet most still treat it like a chore instead of the core growth engine it could be. In a recent E&P webinar, Travis Horton of Brand Avalanche Media and Letterhead leaders Marianne Maniero and Bruce Pinchbeck broke down what’s actually working in 2026, from list hygiene and segmentation to unified workflows and revenue-focused metrics. Their message was blunt: scattered tools, vanity metrics and blast-style thinking are quietly killing engagement, margins and advertiser trust. The fix isn’t hype or hacks — it’s treating newsletters as products, content as strategy, and email operations as a business system built to scale. How The Post and Courier is driving high-retention subscription growth As subscription growth gets tougher, many publishers are rethinking how they reach and retain audiences. In this E&P webinar, PJ Browning and Mary Fox of The Post and Courier share how a turnkey approach is delivering results. Mary Fox will offer a front-line view on improving retention and subscriber experience. Together, they’ll show how to drive new starts and win back readers without adding strain to your team. What 4,000+ Governments & Law Firms Like About Self-Serve Legal Notice Software Five years ago, Column set out to revolutionize the cumbersome process of publishing public and legal notices, and today, their self-serve platform is delivering results. With intuitive features like flexible document uploads, instant proofs, and real-time price transparency, Column has simplified workflows for over 850 publications and 4,500 organizations, helping law firms, government agencies, and businesses save time and reduce frustration. By offering free training and innovative tools, Column has boosted newspaper staff efficiency by 270% and allowed legal reps to handle up to 67 daily notices, earning praise for transforming an outdated industry standard. The Houston Defender’s AI transformation 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. 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