The New York Watchdog Workshop is underway at CUNY. On Friday, Susan Berfield of Bloomberg Businessweek delivered a standout session on business investigations. Pictured with her are Jane Sasseen of the McGraw Center for Business Journalism and Walt Bogdanich of The New York Times.

The Howard Center for Investigative Journalism obtained and analyzed the off-duty employment policies of more than 100 police agencies across the country. The team of journalists analyzed each policy in comparison to best practices identified by policing experts. www.cbsnews.com/projects/202...

The early bird deadline for NICAR26 has been extended to Jan 30, 2026! The cutoff for the hotel rate is Feb 9, 2026. Register now: https://bit.ly/4oDxQJH

The 2025 IRE Awards deadline is approaching. The IRE Awards recognize the best in investigative journalism across print, video, audio, online, student work, books, and more. Submit your story by Wednesday, Jan. 21 at 5 p.m. ET. Check our website for more: https://www.ire.org/awards/ire-awards/

The deadline to apply to the New York Watchdog Workshop (Jan. 23-24) at the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY is quickly approaching. Apply before Monday, Jan. 19 at 11:59 EDT. https://bit.ly/4bDithf Includes free registration + 1-year IRE membership.

IRE strongly condemns the FBI raid of Washington Post reporter Hannah Natanson's home. IRE stands with reporter Hannah Natanson and The Washington Post. Read the rest of our statement: https://bit.ly/4qtP79U

Interested in a new tool to help trace where generic prescription drugs are manufactured and review FDA inspection data? ProPublica is hosting a virtual discussion and demonstration of Rx Inspector. Join the event on Jan. 14 at 4 p.m. ET. Register: https://events.propublica.org/rxinspector

Want to level up your investigative editing skills in 2026? The next cycle of the IRE-approved Certificate in Investigative Editing from Arizona State University’s Howard Center for Investigative Journalism kicks Monday, Jan. 12. https://careercatalyst.asu.edu/programs/investigative-editing-ire/

Hey New York area journalists! @ire.org is coming to New York on Jan. 23-24 for a special mini-conference. Learn from top reporters and enhance your investigative and data journalism skillset. Sign up for the Watchdog Workshop today: https://tinyurl.com/IRENYC2026

Apply for an IRE Fellowship to attend investigative & data journalism training at CUNY on Jan. 23–24, 2026. https://bit.ly/CUNYfellowshipApp2026 Preference for journalists covering historically marginalized communities & journalists of color. Deadline: Mon., Jan. 19 at 11:59 p.m. ET.

Investigative journalism is more important now more than ever. In 1975, a small group of reporters from around the country created the Investigative Reporters and Editors (IRE) with a mission to promote excellence in investigative journalism. (1/7) www.ire.org/donate/

Want to learn new data skills and more? 100% agree. Sign up now for IRE's Watchdog Workshop - January 23-23, 2026 in New York City! Space is limited. RSVP at https://bit.ly/49hVUNr

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Your support of IRE helps train journalists on how to acquire the facts and report the truth. We keep our members up-to-date on the latest methods and skills needed in our rapidly-escalating world of AI, disinformation, and attacks on press freedom. Visit www.ire.org/donate to make an impact.

IRE members can enjoy these new features along with several others. Starting today, members will begin receiving invitations to log into the brand-new member portal. New site launches Monday, December 15.🚀

For more than 50 years, IRE has provided journalists with training, resources, and more to help them investigate, and speak truth to power. When you donate to IRE, you directly support our mission. Visit ire.org/donate to help IRE last another 50 years.

A redesigned website is on the horizon. Featuring an all-new member dashboard and other new features. We can't wait to share it with you. Read more at: https://www.ire.org/coming-soon-a-new-ire-website/

IRE member discount! The @indiejournalists.bsky.social is hosting their 2026 Freelance Conference on March 5 and 6. Register before December 31 for only $49. IRE members who use the code 'IRE10' will receive an additional 10% off registration. More info: https://theiij.com/sessions-26

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Your support of IRE directly helps the next generation of investigative journalists. IRE offers a variety of fellowship and scholarship opportunities, plus curated mentorship programs designed to help journalists succeed. Visit www.ire.org/donate to make an impact today.

IRE's Protecting the Facts webinar series was featured in @the-word.news from @equalaccesspublicmedia.org Read more here: https://the-word.news/2025/1119/ire/ IRE offers webinars, trainings, and more to give journalists the tools needed to continue telling the truth in these turbulent times.

Save the date for NICAR26, happening March 5-8 in Indianapolis! Register now through Jan. 22 to lock in the early bird rate. Visit https://bit.ly/4oDxQJH for more info.

🎵 We'll keep this short and sweet: the life of an investigative journalist can be far from golden. In 2025, debímos tomar más café because the world felt like mayhem. If you need to send out an SOS, you'll be alright, kid. IRE has you covered. We're birds of a feather, after all.🎵

Investigative Reporters and Editors Inc. began in 1975 as the brainchild of a small group of reporters. Fifty years later, IRE is still here, supporting the brave journalists who continue to dig, verify, and hold power accountable. Help us continue this work by visiting www.ire.org/donate.

📅✨DEADLINE APPROACHING: Interested in attending IRE’s Data Journalism Bootcamp in January? There are still scholarships available. Apply by Sat. December 6 at: https://www.ire.org/training/fellowships-and-scholarships/

Before you leave 2025 in the dust, be sure to lock in your early bird rate for NICAR 26, happening March 5-8 in Indianapolis. Learn more at: https://www.ire.org/training/conferences/nicar-2026/

IRE really is ✨that girl✨ Hands-on trainings for journos on how to get the tea, pull the receipts, AND call out when something is sus? We stan, fr fr. Help the next generation today by visiting www.ire.org/donate.

As we approach the end of 2025, stand with IRE in our mission to protect the truth-tellers. Join us in this fight by visiting https://ire.org/donate. Your generous contributions will directly support IRE training programs and more that equip journalists with the skills and resources they need.

We are driven by a desire for the truth. Your donation to IRE allows us to support journalists in newsrooms large and small. Visit www.ire.org/donate to learn how much of an impact your donation can make.

If you’ve been thinking about joining IRE or renewing your membership, it’s the perfect time to take action during our fall membership drive🚗 Visit www.ire.org/join-ire to learn more about the many benefits of an IRE membership - including early bird rates for NICAR26 - March 5-8 in Indianapolis.

💻✨Level up your skills with IRE’s Data Journalism Bootcamp, Jan. 12-16, 2026. In-person at the University of Missouri in Columbia, MO. Open to all IRE members and future members. Scholarships available. Apply by Sat. December 6. https://www.ire.org/training/fellowships-and-scholarships/

At IRE, we remain steadfast in our belief that solidarity and collaboration are essential for journalists to protect themselves. Join us for world-class training and a supportive network of journalists worldwide. https://www.ire.org/join-ire/

FELLOWSHIP OPPORTUNITY Register now for the Indigenous Student Investigative Journalism Workshop, hosted in partnership with the @indigenousja.bsky.social and the Oklahoma Media Center Feb. 12-13, 2026, in Oklahoma City. Apply at: https://bit.ly/47HiePV by Monday 11/17!

At IRE, we believe investigative journalism helps us live in a better, more informed world. Join us in our mission by making a gift: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/form/qycOsg?vid=1mkwsg Your generous contributions directly support IRE training programs and resources for journalists worldwide.

Registration is now open for #NICAR26! Join us March 5-8 in Indianapolis. It's a chance to level up your investigative and data skills, and connect with other journalists from newsrooms across the country. https://www.ire.org/training/conferences/nicar-2026/registration/

New to journalism? Starting your first job can feel intimidating, but there's an entire network of journalists waiting to welcome you and support you on your journey! Join IRE and get access to training and mentorship throughout the year. https://www.ire.org/join-ire/

Applications are now open for Today’s News for Tomorrow, a free program that provides newsrooms free training to ensure the long-term preservation and access of their digital assets. Applications now open! Learn more at: https://www.ire.org/call-for-applications-todays-news-for-tomorrow/

IRE is hosting a workshop for Indigenous students, and the application deadline is approaching soon! Apply by Nov. 17 to attend. All attendees will receive complimentary event registration, a one-year IRE membership and a travel stipend. https://www.ire.org/event/indigenous-student-workshop/

Next week: Check out the @collierprize.bsky.social symposium on Thursday, Nov. 13. Hear award-winning reporters and newsroom leaders talk about their work and the future of state government reporting. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/collier-prize-symposium-tickets-1280868124039

Journalists, want to take your work to the next level? Join Investigative Reporters and Editors, one of the world’s largest membership orgs for journalists. You don't need "investigative" in your job title to be a member — just a passion for watchdog journalism. https://www.ire.org/join-ire/

Want to attend #NICAR26 in Indianapolis? We're offering fellowships with complimentary registration, IRE membership, hotel nights and a travel stipend. 🗓️ Get details and apply by Jan. 5, 2026. https://www.ire.org/training/conferences/nicar-2026/fellowships-and-scholarships/

IRE is headed to Texas next week! Join us Friday, Nov. 7 at the University of North Texas for a day of sessions on watchdog story ideas, public records, collaborating across newsrooms and using data in your investigations. https://www.ire.org/event/ire-denton-watchdog-workshop-nov-7/

Mark your calendars for March 5-8, and join us in Indianapolis for #NICAR26! Register now to lock in the early-bird rate, or apply for a fellowship: https://www.ire.org/training/conferences/nicar-2026/

Not weird because same here! And we just opened registration and fellowships: www.ire.org/training/con.... Can’t wait to see you in Indy!

The NICAR Conference is coming up March 5-8, 2026 in Indianapolis, and we want to hear from you! What do you want to learn? Share your ideas for topics or speakers to help us plan the best possible conference. bit.ly/4qBAIcc

🏆 It's time to enter the Philip Meyer Journalism Awards! This annual IRE contest recognizes excellent journalism done using social science research methods. Learn more and start your entry: www.ire.org/awards/phili... The deadline to enter is Tuesday, Nov. 18 at 5 p.m. ET.

Meet IRE’s new Chauncey Bailey Journalist of Color Investigative Reporting Fellows! Congratulations, Daniel Thomas Mollenkamp and Lea Zora Scruggs 🎉 www.ire.org/announcing-2...

Today wraps up @ire.org's AccessFest. I'm grateful for getting to present with James Ku on Thursday, and again today with @stacykess.bsky.social and Sam Evans. Each focused on what journalists can start doing to make their work more accessible to people with disabilities. #AccessFest25 #AccessFest

Learned a lot at #accessfest25! Thanks @ire.org !

Just want to shout-out the @ire.org AccessFest Intro to Data Journalism session - I've always meant to pick up more data skills but it always seemed a bit daunting to me b/c I'm not a math/numbers person.