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The Elements of Journalism: What Newspeople Should Know and the Public Should Expect

Completely updated and revised
"The most important book on the relationship of journalism and democracy published in the last fifty years." – Roy Peter Clark, The Poynter Institute

We Interrupt This Newscast: How to Improve Local News and Win Ratings, Too

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A landmark study on what people watch and why. The most exhaustive study ever of local TV news -- what helps ratings, what drives viewers away, and what editorial approaches and story-telling techniques most influence viewership.

Bringing Court Stories to Life

Deborah Potter, Executive Director, NewsLab, July 30, 2006

An article from CCJ partner NewsLab.

Television is often at a disadvantage when it comes to covering court stories. Even when cameras are allowed in court, the video and audio quality is often marginal. Stories often wind up being told with soundbites from lawyers interviewed in a hurry (up against a wall) and file video from the crime scene.

This tip sheet offers some alternatives for you to consider. Consult our guide to Internet resources on covering crime and criminal justice for links that can add context to your reporting. We also have a resource guide for covering the police beat.

Concentrate on Characters

Break the Code

Tell the Story

Click here for details on NewsLab.org.

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