Who am I
I am a the reason you would publish a story. I am news that is happening right now.
Timeliness
Massive Wildfire Erupts Near Lakeview, Evacuations Underway
News Story
A local dog walker finds dog wandering the streets and returns it to the owners
Not newsworthy
What is Childish Gambino's real name?
Donald Glover
I am the reason you would publish a story. I can make you sad, angry, happy, or frustrated.
Human Interest
The Case for Investing in Green Energy, Not Just a Choice, but a Necessity
Opinion Piece
Local school district fires all of it's teachers after a budget dispute
Newsworthy!
Timeliness, Conflict, Prominence, Impact/Consequence, Proximity
Which line from the Minecraft Movie became a viral sensation, causing pandemonium in theaters?
"Chicken Jockey"
I am a kind of story. I focus on the more personal side of news.
Feature Story
What it Takes to Run the World's Busiest Airport During the Holidays
Feature Story
City council proposes new property taxes
Newsworthy!
Impact/Consequence, Proximity, Conflict, Timeliness
Which wrestler-turned actor voices a character in Disney's Moana?
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson
I am a reason to publish a story. I am interesting and capture your attention, but I don't happen very often.
Oddity/Novelty
The Last Word: Why Empathy is the Most Important Skill We Can Teach our Children
Opinion Piece
Large local company releases its quarterly earnings report
Not newsworthy
She was the first Disney Princess to have a tattoo
Pocahontas
I am a reason to publish a story. I affect people's lives.
Consequence
From Benchwarmer to MVP: How a Rookie's Perseverance Saved the Season
Sports Story
Large local grocery store announces it will no longer carry a certain brand of canned tomatoes
Newsworthy!
Impact, Conflict, Novelty
What do the following celebrities have in common:
Tom Cruise, John Travolta, Danny Masterson
They're all Scientologists