Media Reform
Internet, press freedom groups sound alarm at Trump's choice for FCC
President-elect Donald Trump's choice of Brendan Carr to lead the Federal Communications Commission is raising red flags among groups that advocate fo…
Checking the pulse of MN's news landscape
This past election cycle has again raised questions about the viability of news outlets, and how audiences are consuming information. New research …
How social media strategies are shaping Ohio's vote in 2024 elections
By Hevin Wilkey / Broadcast version by Farah Siddiqi reporting for the Kent State NewsLab-Ohio News Connection Collaboration. Kamala Harris has …
Hoosier voters gain access to nonpartisan election information tool
The Indiana Citizen, a nonpartisan voter information platform, aims to improve civic engagement in Indiana by helping voters make informed choices…
Ohio voters have more in common than you might think
As Ohio heads into a pivotal election season, the divide between rural and urban voters might seem deep - but one expert says the gap isn't as wide …
AR seniors to benefit from Medicare prescription drug cap
Arkansans who are on Medicare will see big savings next year thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act. The Act will cap prescription drug costs…
Ohio leaders clash over migrant influx, persistent rumors
Tensions are rising in Springfield, Ohio, as controversial claims from Sen. J.D. Vance about migrants in the area have garnered national attention…
Federal lawmakers tackle AI-generated ‘deepfakes’ as election nears
Newly introduced federal legislation aims to protect voters from the growing threat of political ads generated by artificial intelligence. …
New Indiana law: Protection for minors or privacy invasion?
A controversial new law is set to take effect next week, requiring Hoosiers to upload sensitive documents, including driver's licenses and Social …
Groups debunk claims of 'skyrocketing' numbers of non-citizen voters
After a recent flurry of claims that Democrats are allowing immigrants into the country illegally in order to register them to vote in the upcoming U.…
KY to use $12M to boost internet access in underserved communities
Kentucky is set to spend $12 million over the next three years to boost internet access in communities across the state. The funding will go toward …
Kids Count Data Book shows some improvement for TN children
Tennessee ranks in the middle among states for the well-being of its children, at 36th overall in the new Kids Count Data Book from the Annie E…