"Six hundred and forty-three. That’s how many freedom of information requests our journalists at The Narwhal filed across the country in 2023 as they dug deep to uncover information governments would otherwise keep secret."
"Scientists say there is no credible evidence linking offshore wind farms to whale deaths. But that hasn’t stopped conservative groups and ad hoc “not in my back yard”-style anti-development groups from making the connection."
As part of its periodic survey of the compelling work by digital journalists using data and multimedia, Reporter’s Toolbox looks at some favorite projects in the last year or so. On the list are granular maps and spinning globes, compelling photo essays and clickable storytelling. But the heart of the best digital journalism, Toolbox reminds us, is that it matters. And these do.
"Punishing heat that" hovered and hung on much longer than usual. Flash floods that washed away large swaths of land and life. And wildfires that burned much of the year, leaving a wake of smoke and charred earth."
December 20, 2023 — The Society of Environmental Journalists joins other press organizations in decrying the continued killing, wounding and harassment of journalists in the ongoing Israel-Hamas War. The statement calls on all parties in the conflict to respect international law, ensure press safety and conduct thorough investigations into all acts of violence against journalists.
"It was the hottest year on Earth in 125,000 years, and #climatescam is taking off."
