It's not a new story: newspapers are in flux. Recently, Yael Abouhalkah, a longtime Kansas City Star journalist, was laid off; he was one of only two editorial writers at the paper.
What is the significance of the newspaper editorial — especially in a time when nearly everyone can broadcast their opinion online? And how are layoffs affecting newsrooms nationwide?
Plus, Question Quest sifts through the legend and superstition to find the true story behind the Black Angel in Iowa City, Iowa.
Guests:
- Yael Abouhalkah, former editorial writer, Kansas City Star
- David Uberti, Staff Writer, Columbia Journalism Review
- Scott Reinardy, School of Journalism, University of Kansas, and author of Journalism's Lost Generation
