In this special series, we talk to a solutions journalism outlet that covers local ideas to inspire better cities everywhere. Get practical tips on how you can adopt and monetise this approach
Subscribe to the Journalism.co.uk podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud and Spotify
The US is a great source of inspiration when it comes to local news. In this special podcast series, we are taking a look at smart and experimental stateside newsrooms and their approaches to revenue models, audience engagement and newsgathering processes.
[Check out the previous episode: SMS tactics with San Francisco Chronicle and LA Taco]
In this week's podcast, talk about doing solutions journalism in your local area. Next City has an interesting model of national and international topics played out on a city level. Based in Philadelphia, it reports on cities across the US and examines how local people are trying to solve some of the hardest problems, like public housing or the impact of climate change. The small team of eight are the third most prolific poster in The Solutions Journalism Network's authoritative database of solutions stories Solutions Story Tracker.
Since starting out as a print publication in 2003, Next City has focused on journalism that inspires equitable cities. That means asking two important questions: what is working in this city and how do we make it work in the next city?
The editorial director Kelly Regan shares practical tips and models to try in your newsroom, like using webinars as a deeper dive into solutions (and a revenue stream), and what to do when a solution does not pan out. Hint: the publication still runs the story because it is useful for other future attempts.
If you like our news and feature articles, you can sign up to receive our free daily (Mon-Fri) email newsletter (mobile friendly).
Sign up to receive job alerts of your choice by email, or manage your subscription
Featured recruiter: click to view its vacancies
The UK’s largest independent investigative journalism organisation seeks a fact checker with proven experience in fact-checking or editing journalistic content, ideally investigations. Hybrid working
Subscribe to our newsletter for latest news, tips, jobs and more
End that deadline stress today and find help in our freelance directory
Kindred Forest partners with Volker Lehmann and local families to bring Wild Beniano Cacao from the Amazon direct to the UK for first time. The Wild Chocolate bar blends rare flavours and sustainability: 20 per cent of profits go to rainforest conservation
Our next Newsrewired conference will be in May 2025, London.
Conferences and study weeks are fantastic opportunities to get the latest updates on the industry and network with your peers
Awards are a great way to have your hard work recognised by industry experts and celebrate your teams. Here is where you can apply
If you find your social feeds a tad too heavy on men's voices, follow and connect with these fantastic women experts on indie media
How do you move print readers to digital? Are there other ways to hold on to subscribers besides a last-ditch deal?
