Sources of News
- People – private citizens
- Government agencies
- Civic Associations
- Government bodies
- Elected or appointed officialsLocal, state, regional
- Law enforcement
- Police, FBI,DEA
- Courts
i. Trials
ii. Court documents (lawsuits) - Documents/Records
a. Police reports
b. Public records
i. Court cases
ii. Minutes of public hearings
iii. Property taxes - Breaking News
a. Car crash
b. Plane crash
c. Shooting
d. Building collapsing
e. Dog mauling kid - Press Conferences
- Press Releases
- Staged Events
a. Tamale/hot dog eating contest
b. State Fair
c. Grand opening of business
d. Conference on Steroid Usage