Valletta, Malta — A jury in Malta has sentenced two men to life in prison for their involvement in a bombing that killed a prominent journalist in 2017. The court determined the men supplied the explosive device that ended the life of Daphne Caruana Galizia, whose investigative work exposed widespread corruption within the Maltese government … Read more
Little Rock, Arkansas — A significant focus on crime and law enforcement is shaping the local narrative as residents grapple with safety and community trust. Recent developments in Pulaski County have brought both challenges and initiatives aimed at bolstering public security efforts. Crime rates in the area have prompted heightened scrutiny, leading to renewed discussions … Read more
Jerusalem, Israel — A recently released documentary has named an Israeli soldier as the individual responsible for the death of Palestinian American journalist Shireen Abu Akleh, sparking renewed discussions about press safety in conflict zones. The film recounts the events surrounding Abu Akleh’s fatal shooting in May 2022 while she was reporting on an Israeli … Read more
GUANAJUATO, Mexico – Mexican officials announced an investigation into the murder of a local journalist in Guanajuato, the central state renowned for its high homicide rates. The state prosecutor’s office disclosed that the journalist was addressed only by his first name in official documents; however, multiple local reports identified him as Kristian Zavala. Zavala, known … Read more
Silao, Mexico — Early Sunday morning, the Mexican town of Silao was shocked by the tragic murder of photojournalist Kristian Uriel Zavala and another young man. The violent attack occurred in Guanajuato, a central state known for increasing threats to media personnel. The Guanajuato Secretariat of Citizen Security reported that police found a 2024 Nissan … Read more
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Authorities are actively searching for the suspect involved in the fatal shooting of a local newspaper reporter along Interstate 29 in Platte County. Dennis Sharkey Jr., 50, was found deceased in his vehicle near Northwest 72nd Street, having suffered gunshot wounds in an incident that has shocked the community. Sharkey, known … Read more
Richard Cohen, a seasoned journalist and esteemed advocate for multiple sclerosis awareness, passed away on December 24 at age 76. Cohen, who spent over five decades living with the disease and also overcame two cancer diagnoses, died surrounded by his loving family, including his wife of 38 years, television host Meredith Vieira, and their three … Read more
Monterey, Calif. — In 2019, Erika Mahoney was at the peak of her reporting career with KAZU Public Radio in Monterey, blending her passion for journalism with community engagement. However, her career took an unexpected turn during a live report on a tragic shooting in Gilroy, Calif., marking a sorrowful introduction to national news. The … Read more
Erbil, Iraq – A prominent Kurdish journalist was recently assaulted in a disturbing instance of violence against the press, which has sparked widespread condemnation from various groups advocating for press freedom. The attack, which occurred last Thursday, has been linked to the journalist’s ongoing coverage of alleged corruption among local officials. The journalist, who suffered … Read more
Gaza City, Gaza Strip — The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas has reached a somber milestone, marking one of the deadliest periods for journalists since records began in 1992. According to the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ), the violence has claimed the lives of at least 137 journalists and media workers since hostilities intensified … Read more