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Here are the winners of the 2026 Poynter Journalism Prizes

Poynter · Jennifer Orsi · last updated

Poynter contest honors journalism excellence across 12 categories, from local accountability to climate change to First Amendment issues

The Poynter Institute announced the winners and finalists for the 2026 Poynter Journalism Prizes Monday, honoring journalists and news organizations across platforms for exceptional work in 12 categories for writing, […]

 

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