System/Policy
Tennessee radio station to cut jobs, local news
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The station will stop airing local newscasts and feature reports, but “the goal is to bring those back as soon as possible,” a spokesperson said.
System/Policy
University chancellor called for reporter’s firing from WUTC
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Jacqui Helbert filed a lawsuit over her dismissal.
Programs/Content
‘The Pub’ #92: Jacqui Helbert and the ethical hazards of university stations
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A cautionary tale of what goes wrong when a licensee doesn’t affirm the editorial independence of the newsroom.
System/Policy
3 warnings for news departments from the WUTC incident
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Last week’s firing of a reporter should be a learning experience for public media stations, particularly those licensed to entities with agendas that can easily clash with the mission of a news organization.
Quick Takes
NPR chides Tennessee university over firing of public radio reporter
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NPR called for an affirmation of editorial independence between WUTC and its university licensee.
Quick Takes
Tennessee station reportedly fires journalist after complaints from state lawmakers
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The reporter’s story captured some candid remarks about proposed legislation that would affect transgender high-school students.
Stations
University mulls public TV partnership to strengthen radio station’s future
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As it shifts funding priorities, the university is evaluating its options for Chattanooga’s only NPR station.