8th Grade Investigative Journalism Vocab

 In-depth journalism that uncovers hidden facts or wrongdoing.

A person, document, or entity providing information for a story.

A person who exposes illegal or unethical activities within an organization.

Verifying the accuracy of information before publication.

A source whose identity is kept secret to protect them.

The trustworthiness of a journalist or their reporting.

Reporting without personal bias or opinion.

Concrete data or information that supports claims or findings.

The opening sentence or paragraph of a news story, summarizing its main points.

Context or information that supports a story but may not be directly included.