Have a local question or issue that needs a Reality Check? We want to hear from you
Is there a story you want us to Reality Check?
We’re sure you have some suggestions, so send us your tips and help us get started on a new Tribune coverage series that aims to regularly fact check claims on local issues and to hold leaders and institutions accountable.
This new series — called Reality Check — will include a steady stream of stories that will raise the profile of our local accountability journalism. We’re pushing for truth and transparency, and we’ll get you the facts quickly.
All of our reporters will be contributing to this project, because accountability reporting is critical all around us.
Some of what we’ll answer:
- Do promises stack up with reality?
Why are local leaders making the decisions they do?
Who’s influencing policy and why?
Our first Reality Check story is from Mackenzie Shuman and investigates claims that the site surveys needed for development of wind turbines off the coast of San Luis Obispo County will harm or kill marine life.
It’s just the first of many Reality Checks we’ll tackle to keep you informed about the people and policies that shape our communities.
And as I said at the top: We can’t do it alone.
If there is a story or claim you’d like for us to Reality Check? Let us know: Email realitycheck@thetribunenews.com.
This story was originally published March 14, 2024 at 5:00 AM.
