Our Mission
SignalNews exists to serve local communities with accurate, independent, and useful journalism. These standards describe how we report and the principles we hold ourselves to.
Accuracy and Verification
We verify information before we publish. We seek primary sources, confirm facts with multiple sources where possible, and clearly distinguish between what is confirmed and what is still developing.
Independence
Our newsroom operates independently of advertisers, sponsors, and outside interests. Decisions about what we cover are made on editorial merit alone.
Fairness and Transparency
We give people and organizations a fair opportunity to respond to reporting that concerns them, and we are transparent about our sources and methods whenever possible.
Sourcing and Attribution
We attribute information to its source and credit original reporting by other outlets. Anonymous sources are used only when necessary and when the information is essential and verifiable.
AI-Assisted Content
Some SignalNews content is produced with the help of AI tools and is always reviewed by editors before publication. AI-assisted articles are labeled. See our AI Transparency page for details.
Corrections
When we get something wrong, we fix it promptly and transparently. Significant corrections are noted on the article. To report an error, contact [CORRECTIONS EMAIL].
Conflicts of Interest
Our journalists avoid conflicts of interest and disclose any that could reasonably affect their reporting.
Contact
Questions about our standards or a specific story can be directed to [EDITORIAL EMAIL].