Media

What Happens When Journalism Gets Physical

5:53pm May 27, 2017

NPR's Michel Martin talks with reporter Michelle Fields, who was working at a Florida campaign rally last year when she was grabbed by Donald Trump's former campaign manager, Corey Lewandowski.

Sean Hannity tours the White House briefing room in January. Though he has lost a handful of advertisers after promoting a groundless story, Fox News has stood by its star pundit.

National

Amid Conspiracy Controversy, Hannity Takes A Vacation — And Vows To Return

4:43pm May 26, 2017

by Colin Dwyer

"Uh oh My ANNUAL Memorial Day long weekend starts NOW," the Fox News pundit tweeted, predicting "breathless" speculation about his departure after he drew backlash for pushing a baseless story.

'Dallas Morning News' Apologizes For 40-Year-Old 'Star Wars' Error

7:02am May 26, 2017

In its 1977 review, the Dallas Morning News called Chewbacca a "Wookie." Now, on the film's 40th anniversary, the long national nightmare has ended. The correct spelling is "Wookiee."

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A man dressed in a Chewbacca costume throws his arms aloft in what can only be a confounding mix of emotions: triumph, sure — but also righteous indignation at all the decades lost to reckless misspelling.

40 Years After 'Star Wars' Error, Newspaper Apologizes To Wookiee Community

4:39pm May 25, 2017

by Colin Dwyer

In its 1977 review, The Dallas Morning News called Chewbacca a "Wookie." Now, on the film's 40th anniversary, the long national nightmare has ended. On that note: We, too, have something to confess.

Fox News host Sean Hannity said he would no longer talk about the Seth Rich theory "out of respect for the family's wishes — for now."

Fox News Retracts DNC Staffer Conspiracy Story, But Hannity Keeps It Alive

2:34pm May 24, 2017

by David Folkenflik

Fox News retracted a story about the death of a Democratic National Committee staffer that was based on a groundless conspiracy theory. But host Sean Hannity, who pushed the theory, stood by it.

DNC Staffer's Murder Illustrates How Conspiracy Theorists Spread Fake News

5:12pm May 22, 2017

NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Washington Post reporter David Weigel about the conspiracy behind Democratic National Committee staffer Seth Rich's murder last summer and how fake news is still spreading.

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World News

Journalism Is Deadly In Mexico

8:02am May 20, 2017

Respected Mexican journalist Javier Valdez was murdered this week. NPR's Scott Simon talks with Mexican journalist Javier Garza about the dangers of reporting on gang violence in Mexico.

The New TV Drama: As The White House Turns

8:02am May 20, 2017

by Vanessa Romo

White House press briefings — carried live by most cable news channels — are garnering the outlets unprecedented ratings. It's like a daytime soap opera, some say.

Environment

Why Do Journalists Love Reporting On The Everglades?

8:02am May 20, 2017

by Kate Stein

The Florida Everglades is known for its beauty, and recently for its pythons. Efforts are accelerating to rid the ecosystem of the pesky invasive species. It's a huge story ... for journalists.

Politics & Government

Friday News Roundup - Domestic

12:52pm May 19, 2017

It's been another leaky week as concerns mount over secrets shared and confidences broken. On this week's Roundup of top national news stories, find out who's been saying what and who's been saying too much.