Television News Icon Karen Michele Scott Passes Away at 75, Leaves Legacy of Innovation and Mentorship in Journalism

BALTIMORE, MD — Karen Michele Scott, a seminal figure in broadcast journalism who reshaped TV news across New York’s vast media landscape, died on February 5, 2025. She was 75. Scott battled Alzheimer’s disease in her later years and passed away in Baltimore, Maryland, leaving behind a legacy of innovation and mentorship that influenced a generation of journalists. Beginning her impressive career in Detroit after graduating from Ohio State University, Scott moved to New York …

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Neil Cavuto Bids Farewell to Fox News After 28 Years, Leaves Legacy of Integrity in Journalism

NEW YORK — Neil Cavuto, a prominent figure in financial journalism, has retired from Fox News after a distinguished 28-year tenure. The seasoned anchor, known for his measured approach to reporting, declined an offer to extend his contract, marking the end of an era for the network. Cavuto’s departure was announced during his last broadcast on Thursday, echoing a career filled with integrity and perseverance despite personal health battles. “I’ve always sought to deliver news …

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MSNBC Faces Backlash Over Controversial Coverage of Laken Riley Murder Case: Calls for Greater Sensitivity in Crime Journalism Grow Loud

New York — MSNBC’s coverage of a high-profile murder case sparked a firestorm of criticism, reshaping the conversation about the balance between narrative interest and sensitivity in crime reporting. The news outlet initially published an article about Jose Antonio Ibarra, convicted for the murder of 22-year-old nursing student Laken Riley, with a headline that many deemed insensitive. This headline and its subsequent revision ignited widespread condemnation on how the story was framed, leading to a …

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Philadelphia Broadcasting Legend Wally Kennedy Passes Away at 76, Leaves Legacy of Excellence in Journalism

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – The city’s broadcasting sector is in mourning following the passing of Wally Kennedy, a prominent broadcaster whose career spanned over four decades. Kennedy, known for his distinctive voice and adept interview skills, died on October 30, 2024, at the age of 76, following a battle with lung cancer. Kennedy was prominently known in the region for his tenure at WPVI-TV (6abc), where his engaging manner and memorable broadcasts left a lasting impact. …

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Your Support Can Keep Independent Journalism Thriving – Here’s How!

WASHINGTON — In a digital era where independent journalism is more crucial than ever, financial instability is threatening its very existence. The reliance on advertising revenue no longer suffices to sustain operations, prompting calls for public support to keep unbiased reporting alive. Quality news outlets are turning to their readers, encouraging contributions to maintain the integrity and continuity of their deliverables. With an increasing skepticism surrounding media sources, the demand for straightforward, fact-based reporting has …

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Missile and Drone Attacks Target Multiple Ukrainian Regions: Support Independent Journalism in Ukraine and Join the Fight

Kharkiv, Ukraine – Russian military forces launched a series of missile and drone attacks on multiple regions in Ukraine overnight on June 14. Reports of explosions in cities like Zaporizhzhia and Kharkiv escalated tensions, with further blasts heard in Khmelnytskyi Oblast during the early hours of the morning. Ukraine’s Air Force issued warnings of potential missile threats towards western regions like Lviv and Ivano-Frankivsk oblasts, as well as the capital city of Kyiv. In response …

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Explosions Heard in Multiple Cities Across Occupied Crimea: Support Independent Journalism in Ukraine

Kyiv, Ukraine – Explosions rattled multiple cities in occupied Crimea and a community in Russia’s Krasnodar Krai overnight on June 12, as reported by the Telegram channel Crimean Wind. The disturbances began with blasts heard around 2:47 a.m. in Sevastopol, followed by additional explosions in Yevpatoria, Saky, and Krasnoperekopsk. In Russia’s Krasnodar Krai, a few explosions were also reported in the early hours of the morning in the community of Armyanskii. Speculations from Crimean Wind …

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Ukrainian Drone Downed in Belgorod Oblast Amid Missile Threats: Support Independent Journalism in Ukraine

Belgorod Oblast, Russia – Russia’s Defense Ministry announced the downing of a Ukrainian drone in Belgorod Oblast on June 9. Local reports indicated a loud explosion in the Rakityansky District earlier in the day, with images and videos showing smoke rising from the area. The Astra Telegram channel suggested that a Russian ammunition depot had been struck, although Ukrainian officials have remained silent on the incident. The Kyiv Independent could not independently verify the information …

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Missile Attack Sparks Explosions and Fires in Sevastopol, Crimea – Support Independent Journalism in Ukraine

Sevastopol, Crimea – A missile attack on the city of Sevastopol in occupied Crimea on May 15 resulted in explosions and fires, according to occupation authorities and Russian media outlets. Russian air defense units successfully repelled the attack that occurred overnight, claimed the Russian-installed head of Sevastopol, Mikhail Razvozhayev, via Telegram. The attack led to the wreckage of an intercepted missile hitting private businesses, however, fortunately, no casualties have been reported. Residents in the city …

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Explosions rock Dzhankoi airfield in occupied Crimea – Support Independent Journalism in Ukraine

The town of Dzhankoi in occupied Crimea, Ukraine, was rocked by explosions near a military airfield in the early hours of April 17. Reports from Russian-affiliated telegram channels indicated that a large-scale fire ensued at the airfield following the explosions. The Russian Navy’s Dzhankoi airbase, housing the 39th helicopter regiment of the 27th mixed aviation division, is located just outside the town, according to an online aviation database. Among the attack helicopters flown by the …

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