Explore Our preffered news outlets
Explore a range of news outlets curated to help you move forward with confidence, when finding information involving Wisconsin and the country.
Common Dreams
Wisconsin Watch
Unicorn Riot
Ken Klippenstein
ProPublica
The Young TUrks
Democracy now
Our criteria
Independent
Independent media means news outlets, journalists, and platforms operate free from government control, political pressure, or corporate ownership influences. This autonomy ensures that content decisions—what to report and how—are driven by journalistic integrity rather than the interests of advertisers, owners, or state officials.
Progressive
Progressive media acts as a vessel for social change by advocating for equity, challenging established power structures, and promoting policies like economic justice and social democracy. It often highlights issues such as income inequality, climate change, and systemic discrimination, positioning itself to the left of mainstream media..
Investigative
Investigative journalism is the systematic, in-depth, and original reporting of concealed information, designed to hold powerful individuals or institutions accountable. It goes beyond daily news to expose corruption, malpractice, or safety hazards, often requiring months of research, document analysis, public records requests and fact checking.
Grassroots
All of the recommended news outlets include bottom-up communication produced by ordinary individuals, local communities, or activists rather than corporate, top-down media entities. It focuses on hyper-local issues, citizen journalism, and alternative perspectives often ignored by mainstream media. This media relies on community participation, authentic storytelling, and digital platforms to amplify marginalized voices.