Development
Public radio stations receive Google grants
|
Stations will use the funds for news operations and technology upgrades.
Programs/Content
‘Snap Judgment’ rejoins PRX for distribution
|
WNYC Studios has distributed the show since 2015.
System/Policy
Stations share how they’re reaching new audiences during the pandemic
|
Direct mail and a Spanish-language blog have helped the stations share information about the coronavirus.
System/Policy
Public broadcasters in Alaska face a convergence of crises
|
Alaska’s public broadcasters were facing financial challenges long before the pandemic hit.
Programs/Content
ProPublica ends cash investment in Trump, Inc., remains editorial partner
|
WNYC and ProPublica “are committed to reporting and producing new episodes through November,” a WNYC spokesperson said.
Programs/Content
How small public radio stations are handling the pandemic
|
In a webinar co-presented by Current, leaders of two small stations discussed steps they’ve taken to respond to the pandemic.
System/Policy
NPR receives $4.7M to support two regional newsrooms
|
The Midwest regional newsroom is the fourth in NPR’s Collaborative Journalism Network.
People
Chicago Public Media hires Andi McDaniel as CEO
|
McDaniel has served as WAMU’s chief content officer since 2015.