Doing investigations after a hurricane: Mapping
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Geographic information systems (GIS) can allow journalists to custom-build maps layer by layer to show storm destruction and to discover geographic relationships inside the data. Journalists who want to learn about GIS can make use of resources such as eMapping for Stories: A Computer-Assisted Reporting GuideE by mapping veterans Jennifer La Fleur and Andy Lehren, and Mapping Data for News Stories mini-boot camps for journalists twice a year.
Publication Name: The IRE Journal
Subject: Literature/writing
ISSN: 0164-7016
Year: 2005
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Computer matches turn up heat on city hall scam, mob connection
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Results are presented of an investigation into illegal tax reductions offered by members of Providence, Rhode Island's Board of Tax Assessment Review at City Hall. The investigation revealed mob bribes, money laundering, and the acquisition of leases without competitive bidding.
Publication Name: The IRE Journal
Subject: Literature/writing
ISSN: 0164-7016
Year: 2001
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Mapping your way to great demographic stories
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Many journalists revealed information lurking inside the census numbers by mapping the data with the help of computer programs called geographic information systems (GIS). For over a decade the journalists use the GIS as a reporting tool.
Publication Name: The IRE Journal
Subject: Literature/writing
ISSN: 0164-7016
Year: 2004
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