This week local journalists are spotlighting the work that shows how essential they are, particularly in the midst of a pandemic. The hashtag is part of a new NewsGuild campaign to convince Congress to include relief $$$ for the news industry in the next Covid-19 stimulus package. And will the GOP incorporate any of the proposed provisions that would help local outlets? Here's the latest from CNN on the bill timing..."The coronavirus has closed more than 25 local newsrooms across America. Hare has been cataloging cuts and closures at local newsrooms for weeks.

Source: CNN May 21, 2020 03:45 UTC