A national news story is a report about events, issues or developments that affect the entire country or a large segment of it. These stories may also have international implications, and they can include politics, economy or major disasters that are nationwide in scope. Local news is often a subset of national news and covers community events, crime reports or government actions that directly impact residents. The decline of local journalism means that people are less informed about important local matters, such as city governance or community safety. In contrast, national issues receive substantial media coverage due to the resources available to larger organizations.
A journalist based in a foreign city covering a specific region or a country is called a correspondent. They regularly file stories to their news editor from events they witness, interviews and information provided by others on the ground. A correspondent also keeps in touch with the local community and maintains contacts among local officials, leaders of multilateral organizations and diplomats to help identify sources with valuable information.
Boys and men across America are falling behind economically, educationally and at home. They’re searching for answers and turning to new eras of masculinity fueled by influential voices promoting male strength, purpose and resilience. CBS News’s Peter Van Sant takes a closer look at how this narrative is shaping their beliefs, identities and futures.