Journalistic Landmarks
Welcome to a journey through the pinnacles of investigative reporting. Here, we explore the groundbreaking stories that shaped our world, unveiling the tenacity, skill, and courage behind journalism's most impactful exposés. From Watergate to #MeToo, discover the techniques and tenacity that turned leads into legends and reporters into icons.
Financial Journalists Expose Equifax Data Breach Scandal
Explore how financial journalism exposed the 2017 Equifax data breach affecting 143 million Americans. Learn about the investigation's impact on cybersecurity awareness and consumer protection.
Investigative Reporting Uncovers Wells Fargo Account Fraud Scandal
Discover how investigative journalism uncovered the Wells Fargo account fraud scandal. Learn about millions of unauthorized accounts and the impact on the banking industry.
Inquirer Investigation Reveals Toxic Health Risks in Philadelphia Schools
Discover how the "Toxic City" investigation revealed dangerous environmental conditions in Philadelphia schools. Learn about the Inquirer's groundbreaking reporting on asbestos, lead, and mold risks.
ProPublica Exposes Oil Industry Secrets in Deepwater Horizon Investigation
Explore ProPublica's investigation into the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. Discover how their reporting exposed BP's safety failures and industry-wide issues behind the 2010 environmental disaster.
Labor Reporting Exposes Radium Girls Tragedy in Early 20th Century Workplace
Discover the Radium Girls tragedy through early 20th century labor reporting. Learn how investigative journalism revealed radioactive dangers and changed workplace safety laws forever.
Tampa Bay Times Investigates Dozier School Abuse Spanning Decades
Discover how Tampa Bay Times exposed decades of abuse at Florida's Dozier School for Boys. Learn about the groundbreaking investigation that revealed hidden atrocities and changed lives.
Media Aftermath of Three Mile Island Accident Exposes Disaster Reporting Challenges
Explore how the 1979 Three Mile Island accident challenged disaster reporting. Learn about media coverage, communication failures, and lasting impacts on nuclear safety journalism.
John Marks Investigates CIA MKUltra Program and Cold War Mind Control Experiments
Discover how John Marks revealed CIA's secret MKUltra program. Explore his investigation into Cold War mind control experiments and the shocking details uncovered in "The Search for the Manchurian Candidate.
Investigative Reporting Unravels Cambridge Analytica Data Privacy Scandal
Explore how investigative journalism uncovered the Cambridge Analytica scandal, exposing Facebook data misuse and sparking global privacy debates. Learn about its impact on tech regulation.
Inewsource Uses Data Analysis to Reveal Hidden Daycare Dangers
Discover how inewsource's data-driven investigation uncovers hidden risks in U.S. daycares. Learn about their innovative approach to analyzing childcare records and inspection reports for family safety.
ProPublica Pioneers Data Journalism to Expose Algorithmic Decision Making Bias
Discover how ProPublica's "Machine Bias" series revealed racial discrimination in criminal justice algorithms. Learn about their pioneering data journalism exposing flaws in recidivism risk assessments.
Investigative Reporting Uncovers Judicial Corruption in Juvenile Cases
Uncover the shocking "Kids for Cash" scandal in Pennsylvania, where judges sentenced thousands of juveniles for kickbacks. Learn how investigative reporting exposed this massive judicial corruption case.
Barry Meier Exposes Big Pharma Role in Opioid Crisis Through OxyContin Coverage
Explore Barry Meier's groundbreaking investigation into OxyContin and Big Pharma's role in the opioid crisis. Discover how his reporting exposed Purdue Pharma's deceptive practices and sparked national awareness.
ICIJ Investigates Global Forced Displacement in Evicted and Abandoned Project
Explore ICIJ's groundbreaking "Evicted and Abandoned" investigation, uncovering global forced displacements linked to World Bank projects. Learn how cross-border journalism exposes international injustices.
Ford Pinto Fatal Flaw Exposed by Consumer Advocacy Reporting
Discover how consumer advocacy reporting unveiled the Ford Pinto's fatal fuel tank flaw. Learn about the 1970s scandal that reshaped automotive safety standards and consumer protection.
Investigative Reporting Exposes Trump University Fraud and Consequences
Discover how investigative journalism uncovered the Trump University fraud scandal. Learn about the power of consumer protection reporting in exposing deceptive practices and driving legal action.
Gary Webb Investigates CIA Contra Crack Cocaine Links in Dark Alliance Series
Explore Gary Webb's groundbreaking "Dark Alliance" series, uncovering alleged CIA-Contra-crack cocaine connections. Learn how his investigative journalism exposed a complex web of Cold War intrigue and urban drug epidemics.
Uncovering Cold War Secrets Through Press Reports on CIA Project Azorian
Explore how press reports unveiled CIA's Project Azorian, a covert Cold War operation to recover a sunken Soviet submarine using the disguised Hughes Glomar Explorer. Discover the fascinating story of espionage and underwater technology.
USA Today's Collaborative Team Approach Exposes Healthcare Risks in Deadly Medicine Investigation
USA Today's collaborative "Deadly Medicine" investigation uncovers how dangerous drugs led to the deaths of thousands of heart patients. The groundbreaking series highlights the power of teamwork in journalism to expose critical health and safety issues, shining a spotlight on pharmaceutical industry practices and regulatory oversight.
60 Minutes French Paradox Story Transforms Health Perceptions Through Broadcast Journalism
Discover how a single "60 Minutes" segment on the French Paradox in 1991 transformed American attitudes towards red wine and heart health. This broadcast journalism piece demonstrates the power of television to shape public opinion and influence behavior on a massive scale.