News
A roundup of what's happening with local publishing around the world.
What exactly is the problem with local news?
A look at how the steep decline in genuine local journalism came about and how you could help the sector revive
Why the World Needs Local Journalism
Independent media outlets are responsible for sharing life-saving information about our world, helping communities learn about injustice and inequality.
Local media needs support if devolution push is to succeed, publishers say
Shift from Westminster risks weakening scrutiny as regional titles battle hostility, big tech and ‘news deserts’
Who's suing AI and who's signing: Microsoft signs Australian Copilot deal, US local newspapers sue
News AI deals revealed: Which publishers are suing and which are signing deal with the tech giants over generative AI.
Protecting the future of journalism: a free press in the digital age
In the first of our new ‘Industry Voice’ series, Owen Meredith, CEO of the News Media Association, outlines the challenges facing news media and his organisation’s position on tackling unfair …
I lead production for BBC Local and here's why in a world of noise, misinformation and globalised content, local news matters more than ever
The way we share local stories has changed radically and permanently.
Journalism job cuts in 2026 tracked: GB News could cut one-third of staff
Press Gazette will update this page throughout 2026 with any journalism job cuts and redundancies announced in the UK or US.
At WHYY summit, journalists discuss AI, public trust and the next generation
Panels explored youth media, community connection, AI risks, misinformation and the future of public media.
Meet the Gen Z journalist who bought his hometown newspaper in Georgia • Georgia Recorder
MONTICELLO, Ga. – Three years ago, Evan Newton was an intern at the Monticello News. Last month, he became the newspaper’s editor, publisher and owner after purchasing the outlet from …
Reach unveils new online homes for Journal and Visiter - Journalism News from HoldtheFrontPage
Landing pages for new hyperlocal newsletters go live
California Takes Big Steps to Support Local News - Fullerton Observer
California lawmakers recently passed a significant bill to boost local journalism, known as the Community News Act, or Assembly Bill 2222.
At 24, she's crossing the US looking for the future of local news. What she found surprised her. - Editor and Publisher
She expected to find an industry weighed down by layoffs, closures and uncertainty. Instead, a summer spent visiting independent newsrooms across America introduced Jasmine Shiffer to publishers, editors and reporters …
California approves local journalism tax credits
Gretchen A. Peck | E&P Magazine California lawmakers have sent Gov. Gavin Newsom a sweeping new plan to bolster local journalism, approving the Community NEWS Act (AB 2222) with bipartisan …
Bill to boost local journalism awaits governor’s signature - Beverly Press & Park Labrea News
A state bill that will provide significant financial support for local news organizations was passed by the California...
California is about to do something really cool for local journalism
AB 2222, the Community NEWS Act, is going to Gov. Gavin Newsom’s desk.
Mendip Times delayed after printer 'runs out of paper' - Journalism News from HoldtheFrontPage
Print run delayed as owner underwent open heart surgery
The local news crisis will be solved one community at a time - Consider This
Though the collapse of community journalism is real enough, we believe that its causes are only partly understood.
California approves local journalism tax credits - Editor and Publisher
California’s Community NEWS Act accomplished something notoriously difficult in the news business: It got publishers, broadcasters, labor unions and journalism advocates pulling in the same direction. Now headed to Gov. …
Bloomington-Normal not immune from journalism and media cuts
The top editor of Bloomington's Pantagraph newspaper was let go in an apparent cost-cutting move. Cumulus Media in Bloomington also recently gutted its news department.