A recent report from Rebuild Local News and Muck Rack highlights a significant decline in local journalism across the United States. The study found that approximately one-third of all U.S. counties now lack full-time journalists, raising concerns about the erosion of local news coverage and its impact on communities.

The research indicates that the United States currently has an average of just one full-time journalist for every 100,000 people, a dramatic decrease from the four-decade high of 40 journalists per 100,000 reached in 2008. This decline has left many communities without dedicated news coverage, potentially affecting their ability to stay informed about local issues, government activities, and community events. The report emphasizes the urgent need for interventions to support and sustain local journalism to ensure that all communities have access to vital information.

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