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Category: Inside the News Room

A behind-the-scenes look at how stories come to life at The Lens. This category shares the reporting process, editorial decisions, and collaborative work that shape investigative journalism.

The Lens awarded $25,000 for charter school reporting project

by Rebecca Catalanello December 13, 2012 Updated December 26, 2023

The Lens receives nonprofit designation after 26-month wait

by Steve Myers December 12, 2012 Updated November 7, 2019

Replay: Thursday night panel on future of media in New Orleans

by The Editors October 11, 2012 Updated November 7, 2019

For a reporter, New Orleans is simply irresistible

by Tyler Bridges September 19, 2012 Updated November 7, 2019

The Lens hires prizewinner Tyler Bridges to cover public policy

by The Editors September 19, 2012 Updated November 7, 2019

WWNO-FM, The Lens shift collaborative strategy to play to strengths

by Steve Beatty September 13, 2012 Updated November 7, 2019

Lens co-founder wins award for report on NOPD victim policy

by The Editors August 16, 2012 Updated December 26, 2023

Missed the public forum on journalism? Replay it here

by Steve Beatty August 10, 2012 Updated November 7, 2019

Public invited to add voice to discussion on changing media

by Steve Beatty August 7, 2012 Updated November 7, 2019

Veteran editor and reporter joins The Lens for watchdog coverage

by Steve Beatty August 6, 2012 Updated November 7, 2019

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