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Saving the free press — before it’s too late

Press freedom is under attack — not in some distant land, but right here in the United States. From newsroom intimidation to funding cuts targeting public media, the threats are multiplying while public awareness remains dangerously low. In this powerful episode of E&P Reports, three key voices behind the Press Freedom United initiative expose the scope of the crisis — and what every publisher, journalist, and citizen can do about it. Sally Lehrman (The Trust Project), Anh-Thu Vo (PEN America), and Daniel Williams (BlueLena) don’t just ring the alarm — they offer a blueprint for action. If you care about the future of journalism in this country, this conversation is essential listening.

O Sale-o Mio: What Pavarotti can teach you about mastering the art of sales

How disciplined and committed are you to your sales career? The best singers need to learn music theory and practice their scales before they go out and impress a crowd with their voices — like the famed tenor Luciano Pavarotti. It’s the same for sales.

New toolkit helps journalists fight misinformation with evidence, not opinion

Journalists face growing challenges in covering complex issues such as climate change, public health, economic policy and misinformation. SciLine — an American Association for the Advancement of Science project — has launched a free “Evidence-Based Reporting Toolkit” to support newsrooms in this evolving landscape. This resource connects reporters with subject-matter experts and provides essential tools for interpreting scientific studies and data across various beats.

Legacy, labs and the leap ahead: Cal Poly redefines journalism education for the AI era

Brady Teufel, the department chair and professor in the journalism program at California Polytechnic State University, says he is really proud that they have their eye on the future. The department just introduced a new concentration in media innovation and he says it is “one of the only schools in the nation leaning into media innovation as a field of study for journalism and PR students.” The expectation, he says, is that “we will be able to graduate students prepared for jobs that don't exist yet.”

Events are driving local news forward — and the results are measurable

Events benefit local news outlets, regardless of their size, geographic setting or specialized audiences. In this article, Editor & Publisher columnist Bob Sillick examines the positive effect of events on local news media, their communities and their business/revenue models.
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A federal appeals court panel seemed split over The Associated Press’ exclusion from certain White House spaces as it weighs whether to halt an order directing the Trump administration to restore the wire service’s access to such areas. (Read details from The Hill and listen to YouTube recording of hearing from Forbes.)

Podcast advertising growth accelerated last year, returning to double-digit growth and flying past the $2 billion threshold. The IAB reports podcast ad revenue surged 26.4% in 2024, which it notes was a significant acceleration from the 5.5% growth rate recorded in 2023.
“The news media industry hails the court’s decision to again hold Google accountable for decades of abuse of its market power. Google’s monopolistic tactics — this time in the advertising market — have starved content creators of the revenues they deserve and need to sustain quality journalism. Today is a big day for our industry.” — Danielle Coffey, president and CEO of the News/Media Alliance
SoundExchange and the National Association of Broadcasters have announced an agreement on non-subscription rates applicable to commercial broadcasters and other royalty payment details. Announced ahead of the Copyright Royalty Board’s Web VI upcoming rate setting hearings, the deal covers the five-year period beginning in 2026 and lasting through 2030.
Senate Bill 227 specifies what city councils, quorum courts, and school boards can discuss outside of a public meeting. It also allows courts to nullify decisions made by a public body if those decisions violate open meetings laws. 
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Saving the story of print, one Linotype at a time: Inside the Museum of Printing

If you’ve ever marveled at a Linotype machine or debated whether Helvetica is overused, you’ve likely felt Frank Romano’s influence—even if you didn’t know it. As the founder of the Museum of Printing and author of nearly 80 books, Romano has spent a lifetime preserving the stories, machines, and ideas that shaped the modern media landscape. From brass matrices to PageMaker, he’s witnessed every disruptive shift in how we communicate. And through it all, he’s championed one unwavering belief: print is immortal.

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A 41-page report, “Homegrown Advertising: How small publishers want to build revenue programs that reflect their communities,” examines small local publishers’ revenue strategies and challenges. The findings articulate the challenges small publishers face, while outlining different ways they have found ways to make advertising work.
Everyone has the right to tell their story and share their creativity, including those incarcerated behind prison walls. Despite limited opportunities to express themselves amid prison restrictions and rules, the climate is changing. Among those leading the change is Benjamin Frandsen, who was incarcerated in California for many years and now runs the nonprofit Ben Free Project.
Perhaps unsurprisingly, given President Trump’s decades-long contentions with the press, his administration’s relationship to the media has changed. Among the changes, conservative, right-wing outlets and news influencers alike have been given liberal access to the president and cabinet. All of this has sent a clear power-shift signal to the nation: right-wing news has gone mainstream.
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Covering contentious topics, such as protests or social justice issues, can be challenging for news outlets. In the face of this, it’s important to seek out journalistic practices that are seen as credible by people across the political spectrum.
A Turkish PhD student and former Fulbright scholar detained after co-authoring a campus newspaper op-ed about Gaza has been denied bond by an immigration judge, as her legal team continues to urgently petition a federal court in Vermont for her release.
Tracking the prices of supermarket staples over time is a service to readers — and a way to keep an eye on the national economy.
The president of the Pacific Northwest Newspaper Guild testified in support of a bill advancing in Oregon that would require Big Tech platforms to compensate Oregon newsrooms for local content. 
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Running a small newsroom shouldn’t mean running on empty. That’s why Nota is offering a special matching grant — covering most of the cost to bring powerful storytelling tools to local publishers. For just $99/month, eligible newsrooms can access the same AI-powered platform trusted by major media brands. Spots are limited, so find out if you qualify today.

BLOX Digital proudly announces the official public launch of BLOX NXT, its cutting-edge content management platform, which debuted April 3. Designed to transform how organizations create, manage and monetize content, this milestone marks BLOX Digital's boldest step forward in empowering content creators to thrive in an increasingly competitive digital landscape. The Spring 2025 BLOX Digital Drop is the ultimate showcase for the launch of the first public release of BLOX NXT, our next-generation content …
When Outlook News Group automated public notices in December, they knew it would make public notices easier for customers to post and their call center to service. What they didn’t anticipate is how quickly customers would adopt the new online ordering system.
It’s time to recognize the media companies that are doing more than just keeping up—they’re setting the pace. E&P’s newly renamed Media That Matters honors those achieving real results through innovation, efficiency, and growth. Formerly “10 That Do It Right,” this annual feature highlights standout organizations across all platforms. Winners will be showcased in the June 2025 issue of E&P Magazine. Think your company—or one you admire—has what it takes? Submit your nomination today.
CTech, a leading digital news outlet, has taken a significant step into AI-driven journalism by incorporating Caledo’s technology. Editor in Chief Elihay Vidal has become the face — or rather, the AI-host — of this transformation, seamlessly presenting CTech’s news content in engaging, TV-style and social-style video newscasts, along with journalist Ariella Karmel’s AI-host.
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Local hiring is booming—and smart newspapers are turning it into new revenue. In this free webinar, learn how The Advocate and Ogden Newspapers built modern job boards that compete with the big guys. If your classifieds need a reboot, this is the playbook you’ve been waiting for.

During a recent E&P-sponsored webinar, media leaders explored how AI-powered solutions—like those developed by NOTA—are transforming content strategy and newsroom workflows. The conversation featured Josh Brandau (Founder & CEO of NOTA), Evan Young (COO of NOTA), and Secret Wherrett (Publisher of El Paso Inc.), who shared their experiences with AI in their respective news organizations.
It’s easy to recognize those who run the news media companies or write award-winning articles, but there are those behind the scenes whose contributions are immeasurable. Nominate an editor today that deserves to be profiled in our May 2025 issue as an: "E&P Editor Extraordinaire!"
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.