U.S. journalists reflect on Paris as they know it
For many journalists, Paris is a destination, a place where they drank in its uniqueness. The terrorist attack brought them sorrow.
Editor's notes archive for Jan. 1, 2015
FRIDAY, NOV. 20, 2015
SUNDAY, NOV. 15, 2015
A brief roundup of new Paris coverage
The recommended reading list is shorter than yesterday's, but still worth your time.
SATURDAY, NOV. 14, 2015
A roundup of Paris coverage from a variety of news organizations
There are countless stories and images covering the horrific violence in Paris. Here are some of the best examples.
FRIDAY, NOV. 13, 2015
Images of innocence in Paris
I find myself looking at more than 100 of the photos I took while visiting Paris in July. Some seem especially poignant right now.
Brief reflections on a summer visit to Paris
I had the good fortunate to visit Paris for 10 days this past July. Today's sickening violence is heartbreaking.
WEDNESDAY, NOV. 11, 2015
University of Missouri's controversy goes deeper than headlines
An African-American columnist argues a journalist's access to a public space is not a simple matter and it is not just about the First Amendment.
Newsroom terms of yore: copyreader and whiplash
Some phrases once familiar in newsrooms are no longer used, but the fundamentals remain the same.
TUESDAY, NOV. 10, 2015
A University of Missouri grad's take on campus tumult.
Spokesman-Review reporter Kip Hill, a University of Missouri journalism grad, weighs in on harsh challenge to student journalism.
FRIDAY, SEPT. 11, 2015
Does America know how to mourn 9/11?
A young woman who was in first grade on Sept. 11, 2001, shares her thoughts.
MONDAY, AUG. 10, 2015
Here's why we have a paywall
My Sunday column addresses why we have a paywall: it's about supporting our journalism
WEDNESDAY, JULY 15, 2015
FRIDAY, JULY 10, 2015
A visit to Oscar Wilde's grave
PARIS - For no special reason other than his life and times, I have long been fascinated by the life of Irish playwright Oscar Wilde. I took that interest to a new level on Friday with a visit to his massive tomb.
Fulfilling a decades-long desire
PARIS - I have now been in the City of Lights for five days, finally fulfilling a decades-long desire to visit this famous city.
THURSDAY, MAY 21, 2015
An encounter with David Letterman
Fellow Ball State University graduate David Letterman and I crossed paths once. Just once. I was a freshman in 1968 and Dave was a senior. I lived in Waggoner Hall, which at that time was a dorm for men only and was often referred to...
THURSDAY, APRIL 30, 2015
New book examines rape in Missoula
Author Jon Krakauer digs deep into issues of rape, the criminal justice system and college athletes.
FRIDAY, MARCH 20, 2015
Not a good month for openness
The Obama administration imposes new restrictions on the public's right to know
MONDAY, MARCH 9, 2015
Race and diversity in sports
Latest Humanities Washington "Think & Drink" features timely look at how sports and society intersect.
FRIDAY, FEB. 20, 2015
Spokane student examines shooting aftermath
A graduate of Saint George's School who is now enrolled at Georgetown University talks to residents of Copehagen in wake of deadly attack.
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 18, 2015
Racism in films
Film experts examine portrayals of Native Americans and Arabs by Hollywood.
FRIDAY, FEB. 13, 2015
Bob Simon & David Carr, RIP
Journalism lost two stalwarts and a TV anchor's career falters
THURSDAY, FEB. 5, 2015
Journalism takes another hit
Brian Williams' lies undermine the work journalists and gives critics more reason to belittle our craft.
FRIDAY, JAN. 30, 2015
Charlie Hebdo
A cartoonist and an expert on Islam offer insights on Charlie Hebdo more than three weeks after a murderous attack on the weekly newspaper shocked the world.
FRIDAY, JAN. 9, 2015
A new S-R blog
Veteran reporter Jody Lawrence-Turner launched Extra Credit, her new blog on education.
THURSDAY, JAN. 8, 2015
Charlie to publish again
The Charlie staff is determined to keep publishing. The weekly normally prints 30,000 copes. With support from other French newspapers and a Google-funded entity, plans are for 1 million copies next week.
Front pages around the globe
Today's front page of the Spokesman-Review devoted special attention to Wednesday's shootings at the Paris newspaper, Charlie Hebdo. Check out the link from the Poynter Institute on front pages from around the globe.
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