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WNA, others file motion to intervene in sealed public records case
A group of media organizations, including the Wisconsin Newspaper Association, has filed a motion to intervene in a public records lawsuit sealed by a Racine County judge.
Police body camera committee to discuss draft bill
Members of a legislative study committee on police body camera legislation are expected to discuss a bill draft during an Oct. 17 meeting in Madison. The draft includes language that would require a law enforcement agency to post its policy online and it also sets a longer retention period for encounters including use of force.
WNA Foundation announces 2018 Hall of Fame honorees
The Wisconsin Newspaper Association Foundation is thrilled to announce the distinguished industry leaders who will be inducted into the Wisconsin Newspaper Hall of Fame on Thursday, Nov. 15 in Madison.
WNA Foundation launches statewide effort to bolster civic engagement
The WNA Foundation will host the inaugural Wisconsin Civics Games on Feb. 23, 2019, at the State Capitol in Madison.
Andrew Johnson takes over as National Newspaper Association president
Andrew Johnson, president of the Wisconsin Newspaper Association Foundation, took over the role of National Newspaper Association president Saturday at the annual NNA Convention in Norfolk, Va.
Racine contempt hearing opened to the public after WNA steps in
A Racine alderwoman’s contempt hearing, which was called after she spoke out about her public records laws, has been opened to the public following advocacy by the WNA and other news organizations.
Wisconsin Freedom of Information Council celebrates 40 years
The Wisconsin Freedom of Information Council will celebrate its 40th anniversary Tuesday, Oct. 30, at the Wisconsin State Capitol. The event will include speakers, cake, the unveiling of open government artwork and the council’s new logo, and a celebration of open government.
Newspapers rethink policies in light of ‘right to be forgotten’ trend
An international trend in favor of the “right to be forgotten” is leading newspapers to rethink their policies on taking down published news articles.
How journalists can stay safe in a hostile political climate
In the wake of the Capital Gazette shooting in Annapolis, Md., here are some basic steps journalists should follow to stay safe.
Former UW journalism adviser Brandscheid dies at 70
Susan Brandscheid, a longtime UW-Madison employee and School of Journalism and Mass Communication adviser, died Wednesday at age 70.
