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In February, Free Press staff fought to preserve affordable internet access, examined pivotal Supreme Court cases and reimagined what local newsrooms can look like.

Cassie Owens reflects on her work to hold Philadelphia news outlets accountable, build power with community members and support journalists of color.

The best remedies ensure that people have the news and information they need to solve problems, hold power to account and feel connected to one another.

A bipartisan group of lawmakers has signed on to a bill that would extend funding for the Affordable Connectivity Program, but more support is needed.

Local journalism is shrinking and disappearing in states across the country. A trio of Wisconsin bills would address the decline in local news.

In January, Free Press staff took part in a White House panel discussion, explored ways to combat harm in journalism and advocated for strong civic-media policies.

Each February, Media 2070 takes time to acknowledge and amplify our collective power. Simply put, Black narrative power is resistance, care, love, beauty and abundance.

Nearly 23-million households will lose access to high-speed internet unless Congress invests more money in the Affordable Connectivity Program.

Free Press has been fighting to protect the open internet for as long as industry shills and companies like Comcast have been working to destroy it.

In December, Free Press staff fought for trustworthy journalism, spread the word about the campaign to restore Net Neutrality and met with leaders in Washington, D.C.