The narrative around state government reporting has been largely negative, yet research shows a rise in a new generation of reporters enriching coverage.
In Washington state, young women now make up the majority of the press corps, focusing on how policies affect everyday lives instead of traditional political coverage.
New nonprofit news organizations are emerging to support and enhance state government reporting, challenging the notion that audience interest in state issues is declining.
As legislators prepare for the 2025 sessions, the importance of state-level issues highlights the evolving role of journalism in informing citizens about local governance.
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