This story is a great example of the crucial role local news plays in our lives. An incredibly important part of having access to the internet on our phones is the ability to access critical information during a disaster or crisis. sfchronicle.com/california-wil…
if you're stuck in a dead car, or without power, being able to check local news sites can provide key information often quicker and more localized than the govt. Here in NOLA, local news feeds routinely have neighborhood specific updates about flooded streets way before the city
A lot of the time when it comes to discussing the contraction of the news industry, we focus on covering politics. But having access to this sort of information can prove the difference between life and death, and is why maintaining a healthy, viable industry is important
