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How to Cover a City Council Meeting

The Sacramento Bee's Robin Epley walks you through the standard local story.

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Ryan Teague Beckwith
Jan 04, 2025
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If you work for a local news outlet, covering a city council meeting is a rite of passage. But it’s also a great way to find stories taking place far from City Hall.

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