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Episode Synopsis
In this episode, we explore the critical role of local news in sustaining communities and democracy. Rebecca speaks with Melissa Milios Davis, network manager of Press Forward, and Darryl Holliday, co-founder of Commoner, about the findings of a new report on local journalism. Together, they discuss why philanthropy is stepping up to support newsrooms, how new models like Commoner are reshaping coverage, and what’s at stake if communities lose trusted sources of information. From funding challenges to innovative solutions, this conversation highlights the urgency—and the promise—of strengthening local news.
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