Failed State Update: The Budget Hole

by | May 8, 2025 | Budget, California Politics

Eric He, Rachel Bluth and Lindsey Holden at Politico: Ten people briefed on the matter said state lawmakers are being told to brace for a shortfall of at least $10 billion when Newsom presents his revised budget next week. In early January, the governor’s Department...

Honoring Fallen Journalists in Ohio

by | May 7, 2025 | Journalism, Journalists

Brandon Cantwell at The Tribune Chronicle: The drizzle and overcast skies over the Mahoning Valley set the mood as members of the Youngstown Press Club gathered Saturday afternoon to honor fallen journalists.   Fifteen members of the club stood before fellow...

Pulitzer for Local Reporting

by | May 6, 2025 | Journalism, Journalists, Local Government

The 2025 Pulitzer Prize for  a distinguished example of coverage of significant issues of local or statewide concern, demonstrating originality and community connection, using any available journalistic tool,  Awarded to Alissa Zhu, Nick Thieme and Jessica Gallagher...

Pence: Profile in Courage

by | May 5, 2025 | Courage, Public Service

The 2025 John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Award went to Vice President Michael R. Pence for risking his life and career on January 6, 2021. The Award goes to public servants for making a courageous decision of conscience. Caroline Kennedy and Jack Schlossberg...