Local Journalist Heroes: Gustavo Castro H.
"Beyond feeling like a means of communication, our approach is to make [our readers] feel that we are a responsible ally.” More
Thank you for taking action to protect local news outlets in the midst of the pandemic
Donate to PEN America today to protect the future of local journalism and our access to information. More
The PEN Pod: Tough Questions with Suzanne Nossel
“When it comes to the scientists, in the middle of a pandemic, this really is a matter of life and death.” More
Congress Must Include Local News in Next Coronavirus Stimulus
(Washington, DC) – A coalition of nearly 50 organizations is calling on Congress to include vital funding for local news in the next stimulus package proposed in response to… More
Letter: Local News and Coronavirus Stimulus Legislation
We, the undersigned organizations, write to express our concern over the disappearance of local news and information in communities around the country. More
As We Confront a Pandemic, U.S. State and Federal Government Must Support Local News
This piece was originally published by Slate. The passage of $2 trillion in economic stimulus to jumpstart the U.S. economy is a significant benchmark in the coronavirus outbreak. But there’s… More