History of Local news in Timeline

Local news focuses on events and issues within a specific region or community, differentiating itself from national or international news by catering to a localized audience. The scope of local news is typically limited to what would be of interest to that particular area, encompassing regional politics, local weather, business developments, and human interest stories that directly affect the community. The aim of local news is to inform residents about matters pertinent to their daily lives and local environment, fostering a sense of community engagement and awareness.

1946: Generational Divide

In 1946, a study highlighted a significant generational divide in how Americans derived a sense of belonging from local newspapers, with those born before 1946 reporting more than double the rate compared to those born after 1964.

1964: Generational Divide

In 1964, a study highlighted a significant generational divide in how Americans derived a sense of belonging from local newspapers, with those born before 1946 reporting more than double the rate compared to those born after 1964.

2000: Bowling Alone

In 2000, Robert D. Putnam published the first edition of "Bowling Alone," noting differences between generations in civic engagement and news consumption.

June 2017: SVT Regional News Changes

In June 2017, SVT in Sweden changed its morning regional news format to feature compiled short reports from correspondents, removing the in-studio presenter.