System/Policy
How stations are enhancing statehouse journalism with CPB funding
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With its latest round of funding, CPB has invested $4.9 million in its state government initiative.
Stanley Nelson, John Oliver among WGA members petitioning stations for fair freelancer contracts
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The petition accuses GBH, WNET Group and PBS SoCal of delaying their response to the union’s demands.
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The U.S. public wants more news coverage of climate change, surveys find
As hurricanes, floods, wildfires, and heat waves have intensified over the past decade, public concern about climate change has grown dramatically. Today, 65% of the U.S. public is worried about the issue, up from 52% a decade ago, according to nationally representative surveys conducted by scientists at Yale University and George Mason University.
People
Nebraska Public Media CEO Mark Leonard announces retirement
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Before joining the organization in 2013, he held roles at Illinois Public Media, KCTS and WXXI.
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WXXI CEO Norm Silverstein to retire after nearly 30 years with station
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Silverstein expanded WXXI’s broadcast reach and led the two most profitable capital campaigns in its history.
People
Comings and goings: ‘Fresh Air’ contributor steps back, PBS VP to leave …
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Frequent “Fresh Air” co-host Dave Davies will appear on the show less often.
Tech
It’s time for public media to lead in using generative AI
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As ChatGPT turns one year old, we should be exploring how to use generative AI to enhance storytelling, engage communities and streamline operations.
People
‘The World’ adds Carolyn Beeler as co-host
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Host Marco Werman called the appointment “a gift for me and our audience.”
System/Policy
Lehigh Valley Public Media lays off 8 staffers
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The positions affected were in marketing, membership and television production and did not include the news department.
Obituaries
Bob Haduch, engineer at Pennsylvania’s WVIA, dies at 54
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With his remarkable ability to get the most out of every piece of equipment, Haduch earned the nickname “Bob the Re-Builder.”
Obituaries
María Martin, founder of ‘Latino USA,’ dies at 72
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Martin was “a tireless reporter and creative producer, dedicated to journalism at its highest level and its broadest reach.”
People
Chicago Public Media CEO Matt Moog to step down
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Moog will return to his “roots as a technology entrepreneur.”