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American Journalism Project @theajp.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

💼 🗞️ Looking for your next opportunity in local news? AJP-supported news organizations across the country are hiring journalists, editors, audience leaders, fundraisers, operators and more — all working to build a stronger future for #localnews. Explore open roles ⤵️

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Careers - American Journalism Project

We’re an entrepreneurial, remote team working to reshape the future of local news in our country.

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American Journalism Project @theajp.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Nonprofit #localnews has moved beyond proof of concept. The latest from our 2026 Impact Report: across 28 completed three-year investments, newsrooms are generating $53M more a year than they did before their grants. Dig deeper: theajp.org/impact/

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American Journalism Project @theajp.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Want to work alongside some of the most innovative teams in local journalism? News orgs across our portfolio are hiring for roles in reporting, audience, product, development, operations and more. 👉 Explore open roles across the portfolio:

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Careers - American Journalism Project

We’re an entrepreneurial, remote team working to reshape the future of local news in our country.

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American Journalism Project @theajp.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

We’re pleased to welcome Andrea Mitchell and Margaret Hoover to our board of directors. Their decades of experience will strengthen our leadership as we continue building a stronger future for #localnews. More:

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American Journalism Project @theajp.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

📣 We’re hiring fall interns! AJP is looking for two Philanthropy Interns and a People & Operations Intern to join our team. Come learn, contribute and support our work to build a sustainable future for #localnews. Learn more + apply:

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Careers - American Journalism Project

We’re an entrepreneurial, remote team working to reshape the future of local news in our country.

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American Journalism Project @theajp.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Want to work alongside some of the most innovative teams in #localnews? Newsrooms across our portfolio are hiring for roles in reporting, audience, product, development, operations and more. Explore openings ⬇️

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Careers - American Journalism Project

We’re an entrepreneurial, remote team working to reshape the future of local news in our country.

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American Journalism Project @theajp.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

"Information is the lifeblood of a republic." A thoughtful piece from John McCaa for @dallasnews.com on why #localnews is essential to informed communities — and what they stand to lose if it disappears. Read more:

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McCaa: Local journalism can save our communities, but only if we save it first

John McCaa: Local journalism is essential to a healthy democracy. In America, it's in decline.

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American Journalism Project @theajp.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

We're excited to share that OpenAI is renewing its support for our Product & AI Studio with an additional $5 million investment over the next two years. The next phase adds a new product development pillar focused on building AI tools and infrastructure that can scale to help #localnews orgs.

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American Journalism Project @theajp.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Congratulations to AJP-supported Free Press Indiana on the launch of @fpinews.bsky.social, a new statewide newsroom that will provide free, independent reporting on the issues shaping communities across the state. Learn more ⬇️

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Free Press Indiana launches a statewide newsroom | What's New | Free Press Indiana

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American Journalism Project @theajp.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

Do you or someone you know care deeply about #localnews? Our portfolio organizations are hiring! From editorial to revenue to operations, there are open roles at news organizations doing vital work in communities across the country. Explore opportunities:

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Careers - American Journalism Project

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American Journalism Project @theajp.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

AJP and Google News Initiative are renewing our partnership to accelerate audience growth and sustainability for #localnews. The Audience & Sustainability Program offers AJP portfolio organizations training and expertise in analytics and community engagement.

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American Journalism Project and Google News Initiative renew partnership to support audience growth for local news organizations - American Journalism Project

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American Journalism Project @theajp.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

After AJP-supported Signal Ohio revealed that Ohio’s data center tax exemption had grown to an estimated $1.6 billion in lost state revenue, Gov. Mike DeWine announced a pause on new tax exemption requests while lawmakers review the program. Read more ⬇️

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DeWine abruptly pauses a major tax break for data centers in Ohio - Signal Ohio

After Signal Statewide reported on the mushrooming size of Ohio’s tax break for data centers, Gov. Mike DeWine announced a pause.

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American Journalism Project @theajp.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

After six months of brainstorming sessions, focus groups, polls, and conversations with readers, AJP-supported @thecity.nyc has a new name: The City Reporter. Since launching in 2019, it has become an essential source of accountability reporting for New Yorkers. Congrats on an exciting new chapter!

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THE CITY is now The City Reporter

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American Journalism Project @theajp.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

Did you hear? 📢 We’re hiring! Join our team in transforming #localnews to strengthen communities all across the country. Learn more and apply to one of our open roles:

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Work with Us - American Journalism Project

Audience Editor K-12 Education Reporter: Early education, Literacy and STEM

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American Journalism Project @theajp.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

At the American Journalism Project, we’re reimagining #localnews as a public good — and we’re growing our team to help drive that work forward. Check out our open roles ⬇️

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Work with Us - American Journalism Project

Audience Editor K-12 Education Reporter: Early education, Literacy and STEM

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Newmark J+ @newmarkjplus.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

This 9-month program is powered by a unique collaboration between J+ at the @newmarkjschool of Journalism @theajp.bsky.social and Blue Engine Collaborative, and with support from @knightfndn. Apply today! 🚀 www.journalism.cuny.edu/j-plus/nonpr...

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Nonprofit News Business Certificate Application - Newmark J-School

Applications for the fourth cohort of the Nonprofit News Business Certificate opened on Monday, May 4, 2026 and will close on Friday, June 5, 2026 at

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American Journalism Project @theajp.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

@ctmirror.org, in partnership with @propublica.org, won the 2026 Pulitzer Prize for Local Reporting. 🎉 It’s the fourth straight year a nonprofit newsroom has won or shared the award, and the third AJP portfolio organization to be recognized. Congratulations!

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CT Mirror wins first Pulitzer Prize for 'On the Hook' series

The series, produced with ProPublica, focused on how CT laws had come to favor towing companies at the expense of low-income residents.

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American Journalism Project @theajp.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

Nonprofit #localnews is growing in reach, ambition and impact. At AJPalooza 2026, that momentum came into focus as leaders from across our portfolio gathered with partners and supporters to share what they’re building and where the field is headed. See the highlights:

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Ambition in action: Highlights from AJPalooza 2026 - American Journalism Project

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American Journalism Project @theajp.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

A community isn’t just geography. It’s a shared reality. #Localnews helps people ask questions, connect and take action. This is a story of rebuilding civic life, one newsroom at a time.

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American Journalism Project @theajp.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

It's day two of AJPalooza 2026, and leaders from our portfolio are taking the stage to talk revenue growth and share lessons learned. 📈💡

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American Journalism Project @theajp.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

Opening AJPalooza 2026 by sharing what’s shaping this year’s convening, starting with stories that show how this work is making a difference in communities. Taking the stage now: @orlandopbailey.bsky.social (@outliermedia.org) Amy Pyle (@civilbeat.bsky.social) and John Adams (@montanafreepress.org)

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American Journalism Project @theajp.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

AJPalooza 2026 kicks off today! 💡 Leaders from across AJP’s portfolio, alongside supporters and partners, are coming together to share ideas, learn, and build momentum for #localnews. Looking forward to the conversations ahead.

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American Journalism Project @theajp.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

🚨 Happening tonight at 6 p.m. ET Join our info session on our VP, Growth Investments role — a senior leader who works with news org CEOs and leadership teams to set and execute ambitious growth strategies. If you’ve led at a senior level in a news or nonprofit org, join us. Register:

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Vice President, Growth Investments - American Journalism Project

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American Journalism Project @theajp.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

AJP-supported @sahanjournal.bsky.social has been named the 2026 recipient of the Columbia Journalism Award. 🎉 The newsroom's work demonstrates the impact of #localnews rooted in service — helping build trust, strengthen accountability, and inform communities.

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Sahan Journal to Receive 2026 Columbia Journalism Award and Deliver Keynote Address at Graduation | Columbia Journalism School

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American Journalism Project @theajp.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

At the American Journalism Project, we’re reimagining #localnews as a public good — and we’re growing our team to help drive that work forward. We’re hiring: 🔹 Vice President, Growth Investments 🔹 Head of Product & AI Studio 🔹 Senior Technical Product Manager Learn more and apply:

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Work with Us - American Journalism Project

Audience Editor K-12 Education Reporter: Early education, Literacy and STEM

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American Journalism Project @theajp.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

Today is #LocalNewsDay — a moment to reconnect with the local newsrooms that keep communities informed & engaged. AJP is proud to be part of the coalition behind this effort. 👉 Find a local newsroom, subscribe, donate & help others do the same. More at LocalNewsDay.org.

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Local News Day

A National Day of Action Connecting Communities with Trusted Local News

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American Journalism Project @theajp.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

On April 9, communities nationwide will mark #LocalNewsDay, showing support for local journalism as essential civic infrastructure. Proud to be part of the coalition of journalists, nonprofit leaders and media innovators leading this effort. Learn more ⬇️

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Local News Day

A National Day of Action Connecting Communities with Trusted Local News

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American Journalism Project @theajp.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

We’re excited to welcome @knightfoundation.org's Amalie Nash to the American Journalism Project’s Board of Directors. Her appointment adds deep insight as we continue working to strengthen the long-term sustainability of #localnews.

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Amalie Nash joins American Journalism Project Board of Directors - American Journalism Project

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American Journalism Project @theajp.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

Attending #ONA26 next week? ✋ Catch AJP’s Liam Andrew on March 30 moderating a conversation with Matthew DeFour (@wisconsinwatch.org) Eve Lacivita (@citybureau.bsky.social / Documenters), and Cynthia Tu (@sahanjournal.bsky.social). They’ll share what local newsrooms are learning from AI experiments.

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American Journalism Project @theajp.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

🚨 Tomorrow: Join our webinar on careers in nonprofit #localnews. You’ll hear from the AJP team, Amir Vera of The LA Local and Lauren Williams of @capitalb.bsky.social on how the sector works, what careers can look like, plus practical tips and Q&A. Register: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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American Journalism Project @theajp.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

Last week, the American Journalism Project team gathered for our annual staff retreat. Coming together in person gives us dedicated time to strengthen our team culture, connect with colleagues and reflect on the work ahead to build a stronger future for #localnews.

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American Journalism Project @theajp.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

The Oklahoma Eagle reported that the family of Michael Glunt was told it could take 8+ months and $3,000 to obtain bodycam footage from a Feb. 8 police shooting. After publication, the family met with the mayor’s office and was told the video does not exist.

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Tulsa mayor says no police footage exists of deadly shooting

Karmen Glunt said she was quoted $3,000 and an eight-month wait for footage of her brother being killed by police, video that doesn't exist.

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American Journalism Project @theajp.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

@lerdody.bsky.social has joined AJP-supported Free Press Indiana as editor in chief of its statewide newsroom. She is the second journalist to join the statewide team, following @smashfizzle.bsky.social’s hiring in September as women & girls reporter. More:

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Free Press Indiana hires statewide editor in chief

Lindsey Erdody will lead an Indiana-based team of reporters covering issues that impact Hoosiers.

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American Journalism Project @theajp.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

Local news matters, and so do the people building its future. On March 26, join AJP + Amir Vera of @thelalocalorg.bsky.social for a conversation about careers, pathways and opportunities in nonprofit #localnews. Register: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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American Journalism Project @theajp.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

📢 We’re #hiring! AJP is seeking a Head of Product & AI Studio to advance bold product strategy and responsible AI integration for nonprofit #localnews organizations nationwide. Apply today:

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Head of Product & AI Studio - American Journalism Project

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American Journalism Project @theajp.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

Fresh from our Product & AI Studio: Learn how to embed new research from Press Forward directly into your newsroom messaging. Find step-by-step instructions, plus a playbook and prompt pack, here:

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Research in action: How newsrooms can use AI to integrate “Words That Work” into their strategy - American Journalism Project

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American Journalism Project @theajp.bsky.social · 13/02/2026

In 2015, Indianapolis’ mayor promised a public portal for ethics filings, campaign finance records and city contracts. It never launched. So, AJP-supported @mirrorindy.org, with the IndyStar built it — putting critical public records in one searchable place.

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Hogsett hasn’t delivered a ‘Disclose Indy’ ethics portal. So we built one.

We also obtained records not previously made public as promised.

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American Journalism Project @theajp.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

This Valentine’s Day, we’re sending our love to #localnews. Trusted, independent local news fills essential information gaps, keeps institutions honest, and brings us closer to one another. Share a card with someone who believes local news matters. 💌

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