A news industry veteran is launching a digital outlet in Eugene, backed by philanthropists, that will be closely watched as a potential model.
Brier Dudley is a Free Press editor who focuses on local news in the United States, specifically in Washington and Seattle. He writes for publications such as The Seattle Times, The Spokesman-Review, and Editor & Publisher (E&P) Magazine, and his work has also been featured in the Walla Walla Union-Bulletin and Wenatchee World. Brier's articles cover a range of topics including the challenges and opportunities of AI in news, the importance of supporting local news, and the impact of technology giants on the industry.