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House Speaker Johnson’s late-night attempt to “scare up” an extension of the government’s spying authority falls short in Congress.

Free Press Action joined local newsroom leaders, journalists and community advocates for a local news lobby day in Massachusetts.

“Surveillance without limits becomes power without accountability,” said Markey. “And power without accountability becomes tyranny.”

A variety of obstacles make it difficult for people in Wisconsin to access trustworthy journalism about their communities and state. But there are signs of change.

A listening tour in Wisconsin revealed how residents of cities and rural communities alike lack access to local news and information.

Public-media stations of all sizes have announced that they will need to lay off staff, reduce programming — and in some cases, close.

What one week of driving around Massachusetts revealed about the state of local news

Wisconsin has contended with quite a few emergencies in recent months — and people need access to trustworthy information to prepare and stay safe.

At a time of rising threats, we need bold policies, public investment and community engagement to create a sustainable future for local news.

At a time when our democracy is at risk, our team is winning tough fights to ensure people have the news and information they need. Here’s how we’re getting it done.