Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

December 12, 2022 at 12:30 PM

Greg Wahl: A great journalist and even better person

Poynter Plus, following up on the Brittany Griner-Viktor Bout swap and the WNBA star's return home and Kristen Sinema's departure from the Democrats Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   The loss of a great journalist …

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

December 12, 2022 at 11:29 AM

Indoor mask guidelines return as COVID cases climb

Poynter Plus, a rise in at-home births, a week of extreme weather, a wealth of story ideas from the "Beige Book" and more Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. The One-Minute Meeting With holiday travel now a little more than a w…

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  Barbara Allen, Poynter · [email protected]

December 11, 2022 at 1:30 PM

These student journalists are sleepless in Stanford

Poynter “I don't think I've gotten more than four hours sleep any particular night this week.” Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Stanford's president is under investigation, and student journalists are a large part…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

December 9, 2022 at 12:30 PM

Times union takes “shot across the bow,” walks out

Poynter Plus, who didn't walk out Thursday and a weekend's worth of links to help you catch up on the latest news Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   “An absolutely necessary shot across the bow”: Times union members…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

December 9, 2022 at 11:29 AM

Republicans roll back COVID vaccine mandate for military

Poynter Plus, Walmart says thefts may close stores, 401(k) hardship withdrawals are on the rise, what 'stiff person syndrome' is, and more Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. The One-Minute Meeting When the new $847 billion Nat…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

December 8, 2022 at 12:30 PM

A deserving choice for Time's person of the year

Poynter Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky takes the honor. Plus Sports Illustrated honors Curry, and Walker and Trump lose Georgia Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   An obvious and deserving choice for Time mag…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

December 8, 2022 at 11:29 AM

COVID subvariant XBB avoids antibodies from previous infections

Poynter Plus, a reminder of the vulnerabilities of the country's electric grids, a possible warning for Lasik, and more  Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. The One-Minute Meeting A new subvariant of the COVID virus is spreadin…

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  Kristen Hare | Poynter · [email protected]

December 7, 2022 at 1:30 PM

When TV stations don't reflect the communities they serve

Poynter A new report from AAJA calls out the problem.  Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Hi! How is it December already? I spent last week with more than 50 early career journalists with the Poynter-Koch Fellowship (h…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

December 7, 2022 at 12:30 PM

Will The New York Times have a walkout?

Poynter Plus, GE ads take over the Times, Buzzfeed cuts nearly 200 employees, Bomani Jones talks Deon Sanders, and more Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Will The New York Times have a walkout this week? (P…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

December 7, 2022 at 11:29 AM

Rents finally falling, or at least rising slower

Poynter Plus, a shortage of some over-the-counter medicines causes alarm, and if you’re into "passion assets," handbags are the hot collectible  Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. The One-Minute Meeting Apartment rents are dro…

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  Weekly Training Digest · [email protected]

December 6, 2022 at 2:30 PM

When the twit tweets

Poynter When the Slack pings, when you're feeling sad, simply remember our favorite things, and then you won't feel so sad! Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Next week we’ll unveil a preview of our 2023 teachi…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

December 6, 2022 at 12:30 PM

Why should ABC News play moral police?

Poynter It's making a scandal even worse by yanking anchors off the air. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   ABC News making a scandal even worse by yanking anchors off the air “GMA3” co-hosts Amy Robach an…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

December 6, 2022 at 11:35 AM

To no one's surprise, COVID-19 cases are rising in the U.S.

Poynter Hospitalization figures today are almost exactly where they were one year ago. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. The One-Minute Meeting COVID-19 and influenza cases are rising fast nationwide. A dozen states are repor…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

December 5, 2022 at 12:30 PM

File “Twitter Files” release under M for meh

Poynter Plus, what Musk and others don't understand about the First Amendment; Lachlan Murdoch testifies today in Dominion's suit against Fox; and more Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Deal or no deal? File “Twitt…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

December 5, 2022 at 11:29 AM

Illicit use of 'tranq' leaves horrific wounds

Poynter Plus, pay raises and layoffs are on the rise, thousands use Canada's euthanasia laws, and Hawaiians pay tribute to an erupting volcano Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. The One-Minute Meeting A drug commonly called “t…

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  Barbara Allen, Poynter · [email protected]

December 4, 2022 at 1:29 PM

Tell me how the haters could possibly hate this.

Poynter Here’s a lovely news story for your students and your relatives — next time you’re forced into an awkward “state of journalism” convo. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   A heartwarming TV news story is just …

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

December 2, 2022 at 12:30 PM

A grim day in journalism at CNN and Gannett

Poynter Hundreds of employees lose their jobs in the latest round of cuts. Plus your weekly roundup of weekend reads Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   A grim day in journalism as major cuts hit CNN and Gannett …

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

December 2, 2022 at 11:29 AM

The wait for college loan forgiveness just got longer

Poynter Plus, an overwhelming amount of plastic isn't being recycled, colleges drop out of the ranking game, and more  Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. The One-Minute Meeting Tens of millions of Americans hoping for college …

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  International Fact-Checking Network · [email protected]

December 1, 2022 at 5:52 PM

Twitter’s policy on misleading COVID-19 information is ‘no longer in effect’

Poynter Users noticed the update on Monday night. It wasn't publicly announced. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Twitter’s policy on misleading COVID-19 information is ‘no longer in effect’ (Shutterstock) …

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

December 1, 2022 at 12:30 PM

Severe layoffs are underway at CNN

Poynter Plus, prime ministers give the perfect responses to a horrible question, and a hockey player gives the perfect response to an ugly comment Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Severe layoffs are underway at CN…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

December 1, 2022 at 11:29 AM

Congress moves to keep a railroad strike at bay

Poynter Plus, charities are feeling the pain of inflation, DNA is being used to find people who don't pick up after their dogs, and more Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. The One-Minute Meeting We are a week and a half from w…

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  Kristen Hare | Poynter · [email protected]

November 30, 2022 at 1:30 PM

Wait. Is that right?

Poynter Here’s a guide for all the style guides Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   The newsroom of the Associated Press headquarters at 50 Rockefeller Plaza in New York in 1939. (AP Photo/Corporate Archives) He…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

November 30, 2022 at 12:30 PM

There’s nothing funny about Twitter’s latest policy change

Poynter Plus, Lemon on Colbert on CNN's political leanings; abortion-focused "Slow Burn" is Apple's podcast of the year; and more Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   There’s nothing funny about Twitter’s latest polic…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

November 30, 2022 at 11:29 AM

China is worried about COVID; U.S. should be too

Poynter Plus, claims that the U.S. is running out of diesel fuel are wrong, and forecasts about holiday shopping are mixed Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. The One-Minute Meeting While you watch the violent clashes between t…

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  The Poynter Institute · [email protected]

November 29, 2022 at 4:00 PM

You can play a critical role in democracy.

Poynter Giving Tuesday is your chance to partner with Poynter.   Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   It’s #GivingTuesday: A Chance to Partner with Poynter. Poynter is your partner in the fight for democracy. You can r…

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  Weekly Training Digest · [email protected]

November 29, 2022 at 2:30 PM

Poynter creates ‘mastermind groups.’

Poynter Welcome to our newest women’s leadership academy cohort. Find your people at Poynter. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   We are delighted to announce the third and final cohort selected for our eighth a…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

November 29, 2022 at 12:30 PM

Don Lemon shines in testy interview about Trump dinner

Poynter Plus, Musk taunts Apple, the word of the year is decades old, Fox Sports has a record-setting Thanksgiving weekend, and more Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Don Lemon shows his skills in a testy interview…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

November 29, 2022 at 11:30 AM

Wide swath of U.S. under extreme weather warning today

Poynter Plus, Biden asks Congress to avert a railroad strike; Title 42 is set to expire as 15 states sue to keep the migrant-blocking rule alive; and more Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. The One-Minute Meeting More than 30 …

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

November 28, 2022 at 12:30 PM

What’s next as Bob Iger returns to Disney?

Poynter Plus, Trump has dinner with Ye and holocaust denier Nick Fuentes; Fauci reminds us that COVID is still killing hundreds of people a day; and more Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   What’s next as Bob Iger re…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

November 28, 2022 at 11:30 AM

Do red flag laws stop gun violence?

Poynter Plus, federal crime stats are unreliable due to underreporting by states, the Respect for Marriage Act is on the cusp of passing, and more Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. The One-Minute Meeting President Biden says …

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  Barbara Allen, Poynter · [email protected]

November 23, 2022 at 1:30 PM

I’m thankful for you. Yes, you.

Poynter Here’s a look back at why. With pictures! Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   An expression of gratitude toward journalism educators Thanksgiving reflection time! I’ll be brief*, and use pictures, becau…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

November 23, 2022 at 11:29 AM

Retailers worry about millions lost to 'organized retail theft'

Poynter Plus, The Marshall Project looks into the idea that “crime is on the rise,” and some thoughts on preventing awkward Thanksgiving conversations Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. The One-Minute Meeting We start our news…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

November 22, 2022 at 11:29 AM

Possible national railroad strike 2 weeks away — again

Poynter Plus, retailers’ attempts to outsmart supply issues may mean savings for consumers; know the risk of your holiday going viral; and more Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. The One-Minute Meeting   One of the biggest rai…

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  Neil Brown, Poynter · [email protected]

November 21, 2022 at 1:00 PM

Partner with Poynter in support of democracy!

Poynter Support journalism's critical role in democracy. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Dear , As a lifelong journalist and someone raised to believe that respectful debate and honest differences are part o…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

November 21, 2022 at 11:29 AM

Pediatricians plead for Biden to declare RSV emergency

Poynter Plus, from COP27, what the 200-nation-signed agreement means for the US, for smaller nations and for efforts to turn back climate change Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. The One-Minute Meeting Pediatricians are askin…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

November 18, 2022 at 12:30 PM

Nancy Pelosi takes a big step aside

Poynter The California Democrat isn't retiring, but she'll no longer be the party's No.1 in the House. Plus media tidbits and recommendations for your weekend Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Nancy Pelosi takes a …

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

November 18, 2022 at 11:29 AM

Ticketmaster’s not-so-Swift action: Ticket sale is off

Poynter Plus, male fertility is on a steep decline and researchers aren't sure why, and a Texas bill wants to define the HOV-lane status of a fetus Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. The One-Minute Meeting Taylor Swift could b…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

November 17, 2022 at 12:30 PM

How the media is doing following Trump’s announcement

Poynter Plus, Murdoch-run outlets split on how they play the announcement, Ivanka say she's out, and it will take two to fill Woodruff's shoes at "Newshour"  Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Covering Trump: How th…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

November 17, 2022 at 11:29 AM

Hospitals, patients try to cope with the Adderall shortage

Poynter Plus, why fired college football coaches are paid millions, and a new study that shows crossword puzzles may help your brain Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. The One-Minute Meeting Hospitals and patients nationwide a…

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  Kristen Hare | Poynter · [email protected]

November 16, 2022 at 1:30 PM

Watergate was a local news story

Poynter A good reminder from a great night  Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   In this May 7, 1973 file photo, reporters Bob Woodward, right, and Carl Bernstein, whose reporting of the Watergate case won them a Pul…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

November 16, 2022 at 12:30 PM

Donald Trump’s special announcement is not special for many

Poynter The former president made official his plans to seek another term in the White House. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Donald Trump’s special announcement is not special for many In this image fr…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

November 16, 2022 at 11:29 AM

What's required of NATO members if Poland was attacked?

Poynter Plus, the odds of a nationwide railway strike increase, and an alarming number of children are being arrested at school Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. The One-Minute Meeting We all knew this day might come, when a …

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  Weekly Training Digest · [email protected]

November 15, 2022 at 9:30 PM

Take a step back after the midterms

Poynter Planning for 2023, covering gun violence, earning audience trust and more in this week’s training digest. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Following the excitement, anticipation and tallying of last w…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

November 15, 2022 at 12:30 PM

How should the media cover Donald Trump now?

Poynter There's a fine line between reporting on him and amplifying his rhetoric. Plus, Pence talks, more on the midterms, and Twitter troubles Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   How should the media cover Donald Tr…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

November 15, 2022 at 11:29 AM

‘Glassification’ of cities is a social and environmental threat

Poynter Plus, the cost of farmland is pricing out those who want to be farmers, and the 2024 presidential election is already at hand Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. The One-Minute Meeting Where is the inspirational archite…

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  Barbara Allen, Poynter · [email protected]

November 14, 2022 at 7:01 PM

A quick hello from Poynter proper

Poynter This abbreviated newsletter means more good stuff is on the way.  Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Hi there!  This week’s is going to be a short (and slightly delayed) newsletter because I got to head back…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

November 14, 2022 at 12:30 PM

Poynter honors work of journalism icons Woodward and Bernstein

Poynter Plus, Republicans lash out at Trump and question his place as the party's leader, and Elon Musk may have just taken a swipe at the wrong guy Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Poynter honors the work of jour…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

November 14, 2022 at 11:30 AM

Will Musk’s “remote work is over” announcement affect you?

Poynter Plus, in light of yet another deadly crash, maybe it's time to reconsider air shows, and the latest rage in fashion: "dad shoes" Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. The One-Minute Meeting Elon Musk ordered the remaining…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

November 11, 2022 at 12:44 PM

The fake tweet about free insulin sweeps the internet

Poynter Plus, a railroad strike looms again, air passengers really don't like those seats, and a refresher on how the U.S. House chooses a speaker Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. The One-Minute Meeting Somebody, we don’t kn…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

November 11, 2022 at 12:30 PM

Is Rupert Murdoch really turning on Donald Trump?

Poynter Given the latest headlines from the Daily News and Wall Street Journal, you'd think so. But as we've come to learn, don't count on it Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Is Rupert Murdoch really turning on Do…

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