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Who Owns the News? A Plain-Language Map of Media Consolidation
Ownership chains decide which stories get covered in your region. Here is how those chains work, and how to trace one.
William Elliott · October 31, 2026
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Industry developments logged as they happen: launches, closures, layoff rounds, acquisitions, grant awards and masthead changes. Entries carry dates, staffing numbers and dollar amounts when those become public. Suited to editors, recruiters, funders and researchers keeping a record of the field.
Industry developments logged as they happen: launches, closures, layoff rounds, acquisitions, grant awards and masthead changes. Entries carry dates, staffing numbers and dollar amounts when those become public. Suited to editors, recruiters, funders and researchers keeping a record of the field.
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How to Read Longform Journalism and Actually Finish the Big Features
Long reads die in the open tab. A few habits, a couple of free tools, and one honest decision about the piece itself change that.
Owen Blackwood · October 21, 2026
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Public Media Funding Explained: Where the Money Comes From
Member dues, grants and underwriting each carry different strings. Here is how the streams fit together, and what each one costs a newsroom in independence.
Owen Blackwood · October 11, 2026
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Media Literacy for Teens — Media Literacy for Parents: Helping Teens Read the News
A practical guide to feeds, source-checking, and habits that hold up on a busy weeknight.
William Elliott · October 1, 2026
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How to Read Media News Today Without Getting Misled by the Headline
A reader's guide to spotting aggregation, framing, and the questions a headline quietly leaves out.
Owen Blackwood · September 27, 2026