How has social media changed breaking news coverage?

By Ed Otte Old-fashioned reporting practices are as important as the newest software in digital journalism. That message was emphasized in a June 18 panel discussion on social media and breaking news at the Denver Press Club. The program, sponsored by the Colorado Pro Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists, featured reporters and editors … Continue reading How has social media changed breaking news coverage?

Colorado winners of Sigma Delta Chi awards

Five Colorado journalists and news organizations won national 2013 Sigma Delta Chi awards for excellence in journalism.The Society of Professional Journalists selected 83 winners from among 1,800 entries in categories covering print, radio, television, research, art/graphics, newsletters and online work published or broadcast in 2013. The winners will be honored June 20 at the National … Continue reading Colorado winners of Sigma Delta Chi awards

Colorado Pro chapter to host two events in June

The Colorado Pro Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists will sponsor two programs in June at the Denver Press Club. The events are free and open to the public.Social Media and Breaking NewsA panel of reporters will discuss how social media affects breaking news coverage at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 18.The panelists are Tak … Continue reading Colorado Pro chapter to host two events in June

Famous Cartoonist Drew Litton entertains, informs SPJ crowd

By Ed Otte It may be the first time that a Fireside Chat at the Denver Press Club was a nostalgic homecoming. The May 28 event, sponsored by the Colorado Pro Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists, featured former Rocky Mountain News sports cartoonist Drew Litton. He returned to Colorado from Texas the week … Continue reading Famous Cartoonist Drew Litton entertains, informs SPJ crowd

Famous Cartoonist Drew Litton hosts Fireside Chat May 28

Nationally syndicated sports cartoonist Drew Litton will be featured in a Fireside Chat at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 28, at the Denver Press Club, 1300 Glenarm Place. The event, sponsored by the Colorado Pro Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists, is free and open to the public. Litton will discuss the ideas for his … Continue reading Famous Cartoonist Drew Litton hosts Fireside Chat May 28