way we treat wire services, police reports, and any other form of news-gathering resource… We use (these tips) to inform our coverage.” - Ryan Broderick, Buzzfeed
are others saying? What are officials saying? Check your photos Attribute even if you’re positive If you’re unsure, WAIT and/or ASK (we are journalists, aren’t we?)
statements Quotes Who is following up? What is the next step? What is the reaction? What are people saying? (Be careful of rumors, and clearly label them as such)