News coverage is the information people see in newspapers, radio and television that reflects events occurring around them. The information may be local or national in scope. People keep up with the news because it is a way to learn about their community and world. It can also promote the public good by encouraging debate and improving citizen awareness. News is usually reported in a journalistic style and includes the five Ws of who, what, where, when and why.
The media can report on anything that is considered important to the public. This can be political events, natural disasters, business announcements, or other issues of concern. People can access the news from various sources, including local newspapers and radio, national television programs and cable channels, and social media sites.
Getting the word out about something that is important to you can be accomplished through press releases and by making phone calls to reporters. When speaking with journalists, it is important to remember that they are working on deadlines and cannot preview the stories before they are published. Also, it is best to avoid expressing gratitude when you are interviewed by the media because it is viewed as a favor and could call into question their impartiality.
Overall, the public feels pretty good about how well news reports get the facts right. More than half say that news organizations generally get the most important facts correct at least most of the time, with minor inaccuracies sometimes occurring.