Aug. 12, 2026

■ ‘The White House Correspondents’ Association confronted the Trump administration after reporters aboard Air Force One learned they were unwitting decoys during Trump’s secret departure from Turkey.’ (Status) / Reporter breaks 26-year silence on briefing that preceded Clinton's plane swap (Washington Post) 

■ Inside David Ellison's desperate fight for Warner Bros. (Los Angeles Times) / Democrats intensify scrutiny of David Ellison amid Paramount–WBD legal battle (CNN) / Paramount has discussed creating a board to ensure CNN’s independence (Wall Street Journal)

■ Newsmax preps lawsuit over FCC broadcast TV ownership vote (The Desk)

■ DOJ lawyer evades ethics sanction over journalist’s home search (Bloomberg)

■ Three years after police raid on Kansas newspaper, reporter settles lawsuit for $850K (Kansas Reflector)

■ Donations are becoming a lifeline for local newspapers, but not without tension (Donald W. Reynolds Journalism Institute)

■ Boston Globe invests in local news, politics and sport to boost subscriptions (Press Gazette)

■ Historic Black Kansas City newspaper not shutting down but may change format (KSHB 41 Kansas City)

■ ‘Per a memo to staff today, Bloomberg employees now have to pay healthcare premiums. The company previously covered the costs.’ (Max Tani)

■ NPR announces leadership appointments to deepen audience connections and network collaboration (NPR) / Debbie Brennan steps up to lead P3 Public Media (Current) / Reporter to start new AI beat on The New York Times Science desk (New York Times) / Spokesman-Review editor placed on leave pending investigation (Spokesman-Review)

■ Oh lord, AI reporters are actually breaking big news (WIRED)

■ How ‘Meet the Press,’ TV’s longest-running program, continues to take the nation’s political pulse (Variety) / PolitiFact announces national partner network to cover critical midterm races (PolitiFact)

Ethical Reporting Saves Lives: In recognition of National Suicide Prevention Month

Reporting responsibly on mental health issues and suicide is critical for journalists across all beats — and can make the difference between a tragedy and a call for help.

In recognition of National Suicide Prevention Month, the National Press Club Journalism Institute has partnered with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention to present “Ethical Reporting Saves Lives," a free webinar featuring guidance on responsible reporting on suicide and suicidal behavior.

🗓️ Tuesday, Sept. 8 | ⏰ Noon ET | 📍Zoom

María de los Ángeles Corral, vice president of public relations for AFSP, and Dr. Christine Yu Moutier, chief medical officer for AFSP, will share information about the environmental factors that influence suicidal behavior and how journalists can report on suicide in a way that increases awareness without perpetuating harm.

Attendees will leave with:

• A better understanding of suicide through a public health lens, including warning signs, contributors to suicidal behavior, and protective factors
• Research on ethical reporting on suicide and how the inclusion of resources can lead those at risk to seek help
• Best practices for ethical reporting on suicide, including appropriate language, use of images, and advice on conducting interviews

Resources

• Crisis reporting tips from Twin Cities journalists (Education Writers Association)
• Beyond ‘Too Much Screen Time’: Another way to frame stories about youth mental health (Association of Health Care Journalists)
• The National Debt: Inform your coverage with these 3 tips (The Journalist’s Resource) 

This newsletter is written and edited by the National Press Club Journalism Institute staff. Send us your questions and suggestions for topics to cover.

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