Two legacy Black newspapers close, citing financial pressures Over the last couple of weeks, two of America’s most respected Black newspapers — the Portland Skanner and the Richmond Free Press — have folded after decades of serving their communities. Both publications cited the political and economic climate, along with mounting digital challenges, as revenue declined beyond recovery. The Skanner closed after 50 years. […]

'Two legacy Black newspapers close, citing financial pressures'

🖋 Stephen Magagnini | Sacramento Observer
📸 Photo courtesy of the Richmond Free Press

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