Rachel Lobdell
@rlobdell.bsky.social
Executive director, News Creator Corps. Brooklyn mom.
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A Kiel Institute study published Monday found Americans bore 96% of U.S. tariff costs imposed in 2024-2025. The study found tariffs generated $200 billion in revenue, functioning as a consumption tax on Americans. www.wsj.com/economy/trad...
Americans Are the Ones Paying for Tariffs, Study Finds
New research contradicts President Trump’s claim that foreigners are footing the bill.
www.wsj.com
January 20, 2026 at 12:22 PM
A Kiel Institute study published Monday found Americans bore 96% of U.S. tariff costs imposed in 2024-2025. The study found tariffs generated $200 billion in revenue, functioning as a consumption tax on Americans. www.wsj.com/economy/trad...
52% of Missourians voted to add reproductive health care protections, including access to abortion up to the point of fetal viability, into the state constitution. But dozens of restrictions ensure access to abortion remains limited. missouriindependent.com/2026/01/12/m...
Opening day of Missouri abortion-rights trial focuses on decades of state restrictions • Missouri Independent
The 10-day trial will determine what abortion regulations are now unconstitutional under Missouri’s voter-approved abortion rights amendment.
missouriindependent.com
January 13, 2026 at 3:44 PM
52% of Missourians voted to add reproductive health care protections, including access to abortion up to the point of fetal viability, into the state constitution. But dozens of restrictions ensure access to abortion remains limited. missouriindependent.com/2026/01/12/m...
TODAY: Join our webinar on how and when to weave relevant climate information into your stories and where to access to science-backed tools and resources you can start using right away. Tickets are donation based, and participants can register for as little as $1.
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January 13, 2026 at 3:35 PM
TODAY: Join our webinar on how and when to weave relevant climate information into your stories and where to access to science-backed tools and resources you can start using right away. Tickets are donation based, and participants can register for as little as $1.
www.eventbrite.com/e/climate-sc...
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Are you a parent of teens 13-17? We're surveying parents as we build tools to help teens and their families better identify misinformation. We'd love to hear your thoughts: newscreatorcorps.org/2026/01/pare...
We're building tools for parents of teens - News Creator Corps
NCC has a short survey about teens and misinformation to help us determine what resources would best help parents and young people approach media literacy.
newscreatorcorps.org
January 13, 2026 at 3:32 PM
Are you a parent of teens 13-17? We're surveying parents as we build tools to help teens and their families better identify misinformation. We'd love to hear your thoughts: newscreatorcorps.org/2026/01/pare...
The FBI blocked Minnesota law enforcement from investigating an ICE agent's fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good, officials said Thursday. Governor Tim Walz criticized the exclusion. www.wsj.com/us-news/minn...
FBI Blocks State Law Enforcement From ICE Shooting Investigation
Minnesota law-enforcement officials said the FBI has shut them out of the investigation examining the fatal shooting of a woman in her car by an ICE agent.
www.wsj.com
January 10, 2026 at 7:19 PM
The FBI blocked Minnesota law enforcement from investigating an ICE agent's fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good, officials said Thursday. Governor Tim Walz criticized the exclusion. www.wsj.com/us-news/minn...
Reposted by Rachel Lobdell
people keep reposting this as some major election conspiracy, but the actual USPS notice is wildly clear that they're not changing any policies: they're stating the longstanding reality that postmarks long haven't represented the date of mailing unless you request a manual postmark at a post office
As of 12/24/25, USPS changed policy on when they postmark mail. Mail dropped off is no longer guaranteed a same-day postmark. Tax returns & other time-sensitive items are now stamped when they reach a regional processing center, which may be days later. Plan deadlines accordingly to avoid penalties.
USPS Announces Changes to the Postmark Date System
The United States Postal Service (USPS) has adopted a final rule (FR Doc.
share.google
December 29, 2025 at 11:19 PM
people keep reposting this as some major election conspiracy, but the actual USPS notice is wildly clear that they're not changing any policies: they're stating the longstanding reality that postmarks long haven't represented the date of mailing unless you request a manual postmark at a post office
Two more days to apply for the Spring 2026 class of our Trusted Creator Fellowship!
This 9-week program for information-focused creators teaches skills like fact checking, sourcing, and interviewing to ensure you are disseminating accurate information.
Apply here by 12/31: lnkd.in/eZyQcmGM
This 9-week program for information-focused creators teaches skills like fact checking, sourcing, and interviewing to ensure you are disseminating accurate information.
Apply here by 12/31: lnkd.in/eZyQcmGM
December 30, 2025 at 4:02 AM
Two more days to apply for the Spring 2026 class of our Trusted Creator Fellowship!
This 9-week program for information-focused creators teaches skills like fact checking, sourcing, and interviewing to ensure you are disseminating accurate information.
Apply here by 12/31: lnkd.in/eZyQcmGM
This 9-week program for information-focused creators teaches skills like fact checking, sourcing, and interviewing to ensure you are disseminating accurate information.
Apply here by 12/31: lnkd.in/eZyQcmGM
I've been working in digital innovation and newsroom transformation my entire career, and this moment in the creator space feels really special.
I wrote about that here: www.niemanlab.org/2025/12/crea...
I wrote about that here: www.niemanlab.org/2025/12/crea...
Creator partnerships are ripe for opportunities, if newsrooms do the work
"It's the ultimate experiment in loosening the control the mainstream media has desperately held onto as the information landscape has changed."
www.niemanlab.org
December 17, 2025 at 10:13 PM
I've been working in digital innovation and newsroom transformation my entire career, and this moment in the creator space feels really special.
I wrote about that here: www.niemanlab.org/2025/12/crea...
I wrote about that here: www.niemanlab.org/2025/12/crea...
This is the best Nieman Lab prediction. No notes. www.niemanlab.org/2025/12/plea...
Please learn how to use your computer
"The number of professionals in journalism, media, communications, and academia who still don't understand how to use the very tools they depend on for their livelihood is, frankly, staggering."
www.niemanlab.org
December 17, 2025 at 3:58 AM
This is the best Nieman Lab prediction. No notes. www.niemanlab.org/2025/12/plea...
Reposted by Rachel Lobdell
SCOOP from @rebeccaclewis.bsky.social at @cityandstateny.bsky.social: Gov. Kathy Hochul will announce tomorrow that she's agreed to sign the controversial Medical Aid in Dying bill www.cityandstateny.com/policy/2025/...
Hochul agrees to sign Medical Aid in Dying bill
The governor will announce tomorrow that she and lawmakers have reached an agreement on the controversial legislation.
www.cityandstateny.com
December 17, 2025 at 2:19 AM
SCOOP from @rebeccaclewis.bsky.social at @cityandstateny.bsky.social: Gov. Kathy Hochul will announce tomorrow that she's agreed to sign the controversial Medical Aid in Dying bill www.cityandstateny.com/policy/2025/...
There are many guides on how to diffuse family arguments, but let’s say Aunt Sarah’s immigration comments aren’t about policy, but rather based on a made up claim propagated by politicians to incite fear. How do you engage in a good faith discussion when it’s based on falsities?
We got you.
We got you.
How to fact check your family without losing your mind - News Creator Corps
It’s nearly impossible to have a healthy debate when you can’t agree on basic facts, but you can discuss the misinformation in the conversation.
newscreatorcorps.org
December 16, 2025 at 5:18 PM
There are many guides on how to diffuse family arguments, but let’s say Aunt Sarah’s immigration comments aren’t about policy, but rather based on a made up claim propagated by politicians to incite fear. How do you engage in a good faith discussion when it’s based on falsities?
We got you.
We got you.
This is the last week of NCC's inaugural Trusted Creators fellowship. Here's what one of our fellows had to say about the program: newscreatorcorps.org/2025/12/trus...
What News Creator Corps gave me as a mom, creator, and community advocate - News Creator Corps
This program didn’t just make me a better creator. It made me a better caretaker of truth.
newscreatorcorps.org
December 10, 2025 at 7:44 PM
This is the last week of NCC's inaugural Trusted Creators fellowship. Here's what one of our fellows had to say about the program: newscreatorcorps.org/2025/12/trus...
"In general, progressives tend to talk about family planning in more economic terms as an affordability issue, while conservatives see it as a need for a certain cultural identity, typically with religious undertones." 19thnews.org/2025/12/pron...
Why are so many Americans worried about falling birth rates?
The 19th News/SurveyMonkey Poll found that half of Americans think we should be at least somewhat worried about the impact of falling birth rates on society.
19thnews.org
December 9, 2025 at 1:09 AM
"In general, progressives tend to talk about family planning in more economic terms as an affordability issue, while conservatives see it as a need for a certain cultural identity, typically with religious undertones." 19thnews.org/2025/12/pron...
We know humor captures attention and creates a more positive and engaging learning environment. So how can information-focused creators utilize humor in their work? Next week, we're hosting a virtual masterclass with Josh Burstein.
Dec. 10 at 1 p.m. ET
RSVP: www.eventbrite.com/e/how-comedy...
Dec. 10 at 1 p.m. ET
RSVP: www.eventbrite.com/e/how-comedy...
How Comedy Helps Audiences Build Deeper Understanding of the News
Humor captures attention and creates a more positive and engaging learning environment.
www.eventbrite.com
December 3, 2025 at 3:03 PM
We know humor captures attention and creates a more positive and engaging learning environment. So how can information-focused creators utilize humor in their work? Next week, we're hosting a virtual masterclass with Josh Burstein.
Dec. 10 at 1 p.m. ET
RSVP: www.eventbrite.com/e/how-comedy...
Dec. 10 at 1 p.m. ET
RSVP: www.eventbrite.com/e/how-comedy...
NCC is compiling a comprehensive guide to the biggest sticking points in newsroom-creator partnerships, and we need newsroom editors and creators to weigh in.
What are the benefits you see in collaborating? Are you unsure of how to monetize the partnership or how editorial oversight would work?
What are the benefits you see in collaborating? Are you unsure of how to monetize the partnership or how editorial oversight would work?
Share your thoughts on newsroom-creator partnerships - News Creator Corps
One in five U.S. adults say they regularly get news from creators on social media. Newsrooms have started to experiment with partnering with creators to expand their reach, but there is still much unk...
newscreatorcorps.org
December 2, 2025 at 1:45 PM
NCC is compiling a comprehensive guide to the biggest sticking points in newsroom-creator partnerships, and we need newsroom editors and creators to weigh in.
What are the benefits you see in collaborating? Are you unsure of how to monetize the partnership or how editorial oversight would work?
What are the benefits you see in collaborating? Are you unsure of how to monetize the partnership or how editorial oversight would work?
Applications for News Creator Corps' Spring 2026 Trusted Creator Fellowship are open: newscreatorcorps.org/apply/
If you create content that informs or connects people, this program will teach you the tactical skills to ensure you are disseminating accurate information. (Plus a $5k stipend!)
If you create content that informs or connects people, this program will teach you the tactical skills to ensure you are disseminating accurate information. (Plus a $5k stipend!)
Apply - News Creator Corps
Trusted Creator Fellowship News Creator Corps’ Trusted Creator Fellowship is a short-term program providing partnership and training to U.S.-based information providers who want to level-up their conn...
newscreatorcorps.org
December 1, 2025 at 4:47 PM
Applications for News Creator Corps' Spring 2026 Trusted Creator Fellowship are open: newscreatorcorps.org/apply/
If you create content that informs or connects people, this program will teach you the tactical skills to ensure you are disseminating accurate information. (Plus a $5k stipend!)
If you create content that informs or connects people, this program will teach you the tactical skills to ensure you are disseminating accurate information. (Plus a $5k stipend!)
Reposted by Rachel Lobdell
Social media has a misinformation problem that’s making teens (and everyone, really) unable to spot the truth. Here’s my latest about how some creators are working to fix that.
newscreatorcorps.org/2025/11/crea...
newscreatorcorps.org/2025/11/crea...
Creators are helping teens sift through the flood of misinformation - News Creator Corps
Frequent exposure to social media misinformation can make it even more difficult to discern what’s real and what’s fake online.
newscreatorcorps.org
November 17, 2025 at 3:34 PM
Social media has a misinformation problem that’s making teens (and everyone, really) unable to spot the truth. Here’s my latest about how some creators are working to fix that.
newscreatorcorps.org/2025/11/crea...
newscreatorcorps.org/2025/11/crea...
The next in our Meet The Fellows series: Ali Van Fleet, a meteorologist studying climate communication.
“I think it’s easy to tell someone like, ‘Oh, you can go read this book.’ But are they going to? No. This is how people are getting their information."
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“I think it’s easy to tell someone like, ‘Oh, you can go read this book.’ But are they going to? No. This is how people are getting their information."
newscreatorcorps.org/2025/11/meet...
Meet The Fellows: The meteorologist who knows that 'people like to learn things' - News Creator Corps
Ali Van Fleet started creating content for TikTok during the pandemic, and now she's dedicated to finding innovative ways to share climate and weather information.
newscreatorcorps.org
November 14, 2025 at 3:24 PM
The next in our Meet The Fellows series: Ali Van Fleet, a meteorologist studying climate communication.
“I think it’s easy to tell someone like, ‘Oh, you can go read this book.’ But are they going to? No. This is how people are getting their information."
newscreatorcorps.org/2025/11/meet...
“I think it’s easy to tell someone like, ‘Oh, you can go read this book.’ But are they going to? No. This is how people are getting their information."
newscreatorcorps.org/2025/11/meet...
"Keeping “minimize harm” front and center matters because most harm from shared information isn’t malicious, it happens when we don’t stop to think about the ripple effects of what we share or publish."
newscreatorcorps.org/2025/11/crea...
newscreatorcorps.org/2025/11/crea...
Creators—and everyone sharing on the internet—should think about minimizing harm - News Creator Corps
Each of us has a front-row seat to not just witness history but contribute to how people remember it.
newscreatorcorps.org
November 12, 2025 at 7:54 PM
"Keeping “minimize harm” front and center matters because most harm from shared information isn’t malicious, it happens when we don’t stop to think about the ripple effects of what we share or publish."
newscreatorcorps.org/2025/11/crea...
newscreatorcorps.org/2025/11/crea...
We know that humor captures attention and creates a more engaging learning environment, as evidenced by decades of late night TV.
NCC's upcoming virtual workshop will demonstrate how basic improv and standup tactics can be integrated into anyone's writing or performing style. Join us Dec. 10.
NCC's upcoming virtual workshop will demonstrate how basic improv and standup tactics can be integrated into anyone's writing or performing style. Join us Dec. 10.
How Comedy Helps Audiences Build Deeper Understanding of the News
Humor captures attention and creates a more positive and engaging learning environment.
www.eventbrite.com
November 11, 2025 at 9:40 PM
We know that humor captures attention and creates a more engaging learning environment, as evidenced by decades of late night TV.
NCC's upcoming virtual workshop will demonstrate how basic improv and standup tactics can be integrated into anyone's writing or performing style. Join us Dec. 10.
NCC's upcoming virtual workshop will demonstrate how basic improv and standup tactics can be integrated into anyone's writing or performing style. Join us Dec. 10.
"People shouldn't just automatically assume if they have a flight this weekend, that everything is going to be exactly perfect," she said. "There's still going to be kind of the snowball effect." www.businessinsider.com/why-flight-d...
Why flight delays could persist after shutdown ends and impact Thanksgiving travel
Hundreds of thousands of travelers have seen flight disruptions in recent days due to the US government shutdown, and restoring capacity takes time.
www.businessinsider.com
November 11, 2025 at 9:14 PM
"People shouldn't just automatically assume if they have a flight this weekend, that everything is going to be exactly perfect," she said. "There's still going to be kind of the snowball effect." www.businessinsider.com/why-flight-d...
We have a new series so you can meet the NCC fellows, and we're kicking it off with Kahja Elliott.
“Kay in the Bay is a platform about all of the different ways we can interact with food that encourages communities."
newscreatorcorps.org/2025/11/meet...
“Kay in the Bay is a platform about all of the different ways we can interact with food that encourages communities."
newscreatorcorps.org/2025/11/meet...
Meet The Fellows: Sometimes it’s just about having a good time - News Creator Corps
Kahja Elliott started Kay in the Bay as a way for her to get to know the Bay Area through food after moving there from the East Coast.
newscreatorcorps.org
November 11, 2025 at 3:50 AM
We have a new series so you can meet the NCC fellows, and we're kicking it off with Kahja Elliott.
“Kay in the Bay is a platform about all of the different ways we can interact with food that encourages communities."
newscreatorcorps.org/2025/11/meet...
“Kay in the Bay is a platform about all of the different ways we can interact with food that encourages communities."
newscreatorcorps.org/2025/11/meet...
The Supreme Court agreed to rule on a high-stakes case that could have profound impacts on the 2026 and 2028 elections. Are states required to count mail-in ballots that are postmarked on or before election day but arrive after? www.scotusblog.com/2025/11/just...
Justices agree to decide major election law case
Setting the stage for a major ruling on election law, the Supreme Court on Monday agreed to decide whether federal law requires ballots to be not only cast by voters […]
www.scotusblog.com
November 11, 2025 at 3:25 AM
The Supreme Court agreed to rule on a high-stakes case that could have profound impacts on the 2026 and 2028 elections. Are states required to count mail-in ballots that are postmarked on or before election day but arrive after? www.scotusblog.com/2025/11/just...
Reposted by Rachel Lobdell
Major concession from Democrats here is enhanced ACA funds aren’t extended. Preserving them was Dems’ central demand in this fight. They secured a promise of a vote (which Thune has been offering for weeks), but that could still fail. Even if it passes, Johnson has made no promise of a House vote.
Tentative Senate deal to end shutdown, multiple sources tell me & @frankthorp.bsky.social:
—CR through Jan 30
—Approps minibus
—Fully funds SNAP
—Reverses Trump’s shutdown RIFs
—Promise of Senate vote on ACA subsidies by Dec second week (details/outcome uncertain)
—Led by King/Shaheen/Hassan
—CR through Jan 30
—Approps minibus
—Fully funds SNAP
—Reverses Trump’s shutdown RIFs
—Promise of Senate vote on ACA subsidies by Dec second week (details/outcome uncertain)
—Led by King/Shaheen/Hassan
November 10, 2025 at 12:54 AM
Major concession from Democrats here is enhanced ACA funds aren’t extended. Preserving them was Dems’ central demand in this fight. They secured a promise of a vote (which Thune has been offering for weeks), but that could still fail. Even if it passes, Johnson has made no promise of a House vote.
Reposted by Rachel Lobdell
PSA from 404 Media: you can opt-out of a data broker selling your flight travel data to the government to be searched without a warrant. Here's how I did it. This is ARC, the data broker owned by major U.S. airlines like United, Delta, American, etc
www.404media.co/how-to-opt-o...
www.404media.co/how-to-opt-o...
How to Opt-Out of Airlines Selling Your Travel Data to the Government
The Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), owned by major U.S. airlines, collects billions of ticketing records and sells them to the government to be searched without a warrant. I managed to opt-out o...
www.404media.co
November 4, 2025 at 2:05 PM
PSA from 404 Media: you can opt-out of a data broker selling your flight travel data to the government to be searched without a warrant. Here's how I did it. This is ARC, the data broker owned by major U.S. airlines like United, Delta, American, etc
www.404media.co/how-to-opt-o...
www.404media.co/how-to-opt-o...