System/Policy
GBH sale of CAI building sparks pushback from community
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CAI staff are expected to remain in the building until a new location is found.
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.
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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.
Quick Takes
Amy Goodman to turn herself in to North Dakota authorities
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Goodman plans to issue a press statement followed by a short walk to the county jail.
History of public media
Early gay radio group donates collection to public broadcasting archives
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Gays & Lesbians in Public Radio, which was active from the late 1980s to the mid-’90s, was a small but dedicated group.
System/Policy
Baltimore mayor bans WYPR reporter from press conferences
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The ban extends throughout the mayor’s term, which ends in December.
Quick Takes
Rick Steves speaks out for marijuana legalization in Massachusetts
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State voters face a referendum Nov. 8.
Quick Takes
NPR, WXPN partnership will provide music coverage from Nashville
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The partnership looks to explore the “depth and diversity” of Music City and the South.
Quick Takes
Nearly 500 theaters to present ‘Newtown’ film and discussion
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Newtown Live: A National Conversation will be moderated by CNN anchor Chris Cuomo.
People
Public radio provides “lifeline,” direction for renowned lawyer Dickie Scruggs
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Listening to public radio while doing time connected Dickie Scruggs to the outside world and his former life.
Quick Takes
Latest Radiotopia fundraiser promotes brand over shows
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Public Radio Exchange is trying to build the network’s brand to benefit all shows regardless of audience size.
Obituaries
NPR music librarian Robert Goldstein dies at 66
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Colleagues remember “the unassuming, behind-the-scenes guy who got things done.”
Programs/Content
Transmedia journalism expands storytelling for deeper impact
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The emerging production model plays to public media’s strengths: robust distribution on broadcast and online platforms, high-quality content and talented professionals who can adapt to new opportunities.