https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/33186645/vandalized-jackie-robinson-plaque-set-displayed-negro-leagues-baseball-museum

The history of what Jackie Robinson did during his career, after his career and why he is so important. Also, this article talks about a plaque honoring Jackie Robinson that was vandalized and how they are moving the plaque’s location.

Print: The print is completely different from the video piece. The print goes into detail about what the article is really about the vandalization of Jackie Robinson’s plaque as the title mentions. There are no still photos in the print just explanations about what happened to the plaque and what steps are being taken afterward.

Audio: For this article there is no audio only media presented.

Video: There is a three minute video in this article going into the detail of how Jackie Robinson impacted the world and still does till this day. The video explains why Jackie Robinson has a plaque in recognition of him. Also, in the video Jackie Robinson’s daughter is the lady speaking and going in to detail about how great her father really was on the field and off the field.

Interactivity: In this article you are able to share this article throughout several platforms. In the beginning of the article on the left side there are six ways to share this article and you can share the article through Twitter, Facebook, Facebook messenger, Pinterest, Email, and you can print out the article.

MAIN NEWS ELEMENT:

I believe RELEVANCE is the most important out of the three main news elements because in the article after finding out the plaque was vandalized several people are now using this situation as an opportunity to teach people about Robinson’s story and how he broke the color barrier for baseball by becoming the first Black baseball player. This article helps with gaining people some knowledge on a important topic and helping people understand how important Jackie Robinson is.

USEFULNESS- I believe this article does help people to know about the history of the country they live in. Jackie Robinson was part of major history outside of baseball such as being a partner with Martin Luther King and inspiring others like Malcolm X and Muhammad Ali.

INTEREST- I think sports audience would love to know about this article and for those interested in the history of baseball or the history of how African Americans had to gain their ability to play in sports specifically baseball it starts with Jackie Robinson. Also, those interested in how injustice is still a thing till this day this article shows it.

SUB NEWS ELEMENTS:

PROMINENCE: This article deals with one of the greatest baseball players in history being disrespected. When articles surrounding Jackie Robinson are made the news is always going to be big or important because of how much impact he had in this world.

PROXIMITY: This is news for those who live around the area where the plaque was vandalized and news for those who live around where they are moving the plaque to.

NOVELTY: I think it’s a bit unusual how someone who did amazing things for this country can be disrespected by having something that’s supposed to be commemorated for all the great things he did get disrespected and vandalized.

Story – https://www.nytimes.com/spotlight/us-capitol-riots-investigations

This story contains information and evidence on what occurred before, during and after the capital riot on January 6th, 2021. An event that changed they way people believe, think and act. With all the gathered videos, photos, screenshots and messages, we are able to dive in deeper on what went down.

WHAT TYPES OF MEDIA ARE PRESENT IN YOUR EXAMPLE:

Video: 40 minute long film that gathered all the information together in one

Print: They were included as the thumbnail for the film and put into the film

Audio: N/A

Interactivity: The audience is able to comment and share the film to other peers

NEWS ELEMENTS

Interest: You are taught about history throughout your school life and what occurred on January 6th, 2021, was new history made. This event spread like a wild fire on social media, the news and any time of media you can think of. Many people wanted to know the whole story of what went down and this is a great example of showing all the information for the audience who wants to know.

SUB NEWS ELEMENTS

Conflict: This story was made from a major conflict between the Americans that had a major IMPACT on them physically, mentally and emotionally. Seeing the country look divided because of this incident shows how big it was.

What types of media are present in your example?

Print- The article it presents

Video- showing interviews for people that have more insight

Audio- The audio of them explaining the situation

Main News element- Interest as it was an unexpected collapses and people in the area needed to know it

Sub News element would be impact an example for this is “If the bridge had collapsed an hour later during rush hour there would have been 15,000 cars on the bridge with much more devastation

Story- https://www.cnn.com/2022/01/28/us/pittsburgh-bridge-collapse/index.html

Robots Reproduce!?

The following article describes how a student pushed aside his doubt, then decided to follow his passion of building robots. The author discusses how the robots are created, as in, what material is used, and also the thought process behind how small or large certain parts should be, ect. The author describes his creation, the Xenobot, and how they can self-heal, and also self-reproduce! The article explains how unlike most organisms, who reproduce sexually or asexually, these Xenobots reproduce by building more Xenobots! The Xenobots will move around their dish when loose stem cells are sprinkled into it, whilst pushing them together into one Xenobot. They realized that altering the shape of the Xenobot can allow for amplified reproduction that also lasts longer! The findings were not releases until about a year after discovery, because the scientist wanted to ensure that the Xenobots were intentionally reproducing, and that this was not some lucky event occurring. The author explains how science is a challenge, but you can get the results yo are looking for! The article is super innovative and exciting, and we can learn a lot from hearing about these unique stories!

Types of Media Present: Print – The author included still photos of the xenobots pushing loose stem cells together!

Present News Elements: Interest – An article like this does not really have to be known by an audience, nor does it help a general audience. However, this is super interesting for me, and lots of other people too, therefore, a specific audience could certainly WANT to know this.

Sub News Elements: Novelty – This article definitely falls into the category of novelty. I would most certainly this topic unique, or bizarre, as this is not something you hear of in everyday life!

https://www.newsweek.com/living-robots-self-reproducing-robotics-1667209

STETZELBERG-MMJ EXAMPLE

https://www.wtae.com/article/pittsburgh-bridge-collapse/38926079#

TYPES OF MEDIA

The Pittsburgh Action News 4 article, “Pittsburgh bridge collapses, injuring 10 people” is utilizing print, video and interactivity to spread the drasting news. The article is providing us with detailed text and devastating  photos of the bridge as well as videos with the EMT. The chief of the fire department made an appearance as well as the President. Interactivity was presented in the article in the form of tweets posted by the Pittsburgh Public Safety, which is another platform to provide the audience with additional information. 

NEWS ELEMENTS

RELEVANCE: The audience for this article is the Pittsburgh community. The Fern Hollow Bridge is used approximately by 14,500 vehicles daily. Luckily no one died, only a few were injured in the accident.

USEFULNESS: Is important to relate the information to the audience, especially locals need to acknowledge what happened in their neighborhood/town to make appropriate adjustments. Also communicating the process of the investigation is  helpful to the audience to understand and stay up to date.

INTEREST: Yes, the audience wants to know this as it is important information for the town’s citizens as well as bypassers. People need to know about the well being of their community and structure supporting it. This information will make the town’s citizens aware and make stronger efforts to repair and rebuild aspects of their community when needed. The audience that wants to know is the one that is going to advocate for Pittsburgh bridges and bring up their standards. Last inspection on record is from September 2021, the bridge was rated “poor”overall.

SUB NEWS ELEMENTS

IMPACT: The whole community of Pittsburgh was affected by the tragic event. The impact of the situation could alter people’s schedule and route to work/school. 

NOVELTY: This is an unusual event because it is very rare that a frequently used bridge collapses.

PROMINENCE: Pittsburgh is a very known city. This may have caused the news to gain more traction and prominence. 

PROXIMITY: The Fern Hollow Bridge is a local bridge, highly trafficked which draws importance to city go-ers and commuters, as well as locals.

TIMELINESS: The information gathered about this article is only the beginning of more further investigation and was given promptly on time. Developing a mapping of the crash is on schedule as discussing the standards of bridges in the Pittsburgh area are being put in place.

ENGAGEMENT: The journalist is not the only one engaging in the conversation. Fire department, authorities and investigators were all cooperating and engaging with one another to help and spread the news, all the information were broadcast on multiple media platforms as well.

SOLUTION: The experts on site are demanding the stability of bridges all over to be revised and to change the current standards.

A Bronx woman by the name of Wanda Vigilla, 40 years old was arrested in connection to a cold-case murder that occurred in 2012. The victim’s name was Pamela Graddick. Pamela was reported missing from her Bronx apartment and found murdered one month later in a disclosed corner in Yonkers. Wanda and Pamela were dating at the time and Wanda, who was considered a suspect, denied all allegations while still associating with family members and attended the funeral as per Pamela’s sister. Chief Joseph Monico, who worked the murder case during that time is now the Supervisor of the cold case files and never stopped searching for Wanda’s killer. Modern technology used by the cold case team to reevaluate old evidence from Pamela’s phone provided a break in the case that did not coincide with Wanda’s alibi. Wanda was brought in after agreeing to answer further questions where she admitted to the murder of Pamela Graddick.

WHAT TYPES OF MEDIA ARE PRESENT IN YOUR EXAMPLE?

PRINT –

Still photo of Pamela Raddick before she was murdered.

VIDEO –

Shows Wanda speaking to news reporter in 2017, denying allegations.

A video of the scenery where Pamela’s body was found.

Videos of Chief Joseph, who worked on the case for 10 years speaking along with the commissioner of Yonkers.

INTERACTIVITY –

You can share and subscribe to the YouTube channel.

MAIN NEWS ELEMENT –

Interest – The audience would want to know this because it takes an unknown murderer off the streets.

SUB-ELEMENT –

PROXIMITY –

Both the murderer and the victim are from the Bronx and her body was disposed of in Yonkers.

TIMELINESS –

The family deserves closure, peace, and justice.

https://nypost.com/2022/01/30/fatal-nyc-jumper-identified-as-miss-usa-2019-cheslie-kryst/

I chose this New York post article about the recent death of Chelsie Kryst. She was former Miss USA, an attorney and a host on EXTRA. She passed away on Sunday January 30th. The article covers some details about her life.

WHAT TYPES OF MEDIA ARE PRESENT IN YOUR EXAMPLE:

Video- Video clip showing the location/surroundings of her death.

Print- Article gives details about Kryst- her life and accomplishments as well as some events before her death.

Photos- Photo of Kryst posing

Photo of Kryst after winning Miss USA

Photo of the high rise building she lived in/jumped from

Instagram photo of Kryst interviewing Lady Gaga

Instagram photo of Kryst posing with Rihanna on the red carpet

Interactivity- besides this article viewers/readers can go to related articles on the subject or New york post website. As seen across the top or the left side of the article.

Sub News elements:

Prominence- Kryst was a well known celebrity and name. The news comes as a shock to many.

Engagement- Mental health continues to be a conversation that needs to be had.

Impact- while the news does not directly affect most people, because Kryst was a public figure who was silently battling suicidal thoughts, it makes many people think about themselves or loved ones who may be struggling. Bringing us back to engagement- a conversation that needs to be had.