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A practical overview and answers to common questions about Illinois’ Local Journalism Sustainability Tax Incentive Program, including eligibility requirements, payroll tax credit amounts and the ...

Lawmakers across the country are expected to explore government advertising set-asides, tax credits, fellowship programs and other approaches to support local news this year

State-led policy efforts and investments in 2025 ensured local newsrooms could continue serving communities despite federal challenges

Applications for the Local Journalism Sustainability Tax Incentive Program open February 1, 2026, offering funding to help hire and retain journalists.

Federal cuts threaten lifeline news access for rural and underserved communities in the state

The legislation creates a California Civic Media Program to support local news, with discretionary grantmaking authority housed in the executive branch.

Data from the new Local Journalist Index can help leaders invest in, expand, and protect local journalism in underserved communities.

The $5.25 million investment will increase efforts to advance First Amendment-friendly public policies that empower local newsrooms and ensure communities stay informed

Growing support for plan to force Meta and Amazon to contribute