Pulitzer Prize for Investigative Reporting explained

The Pulitzer Prize for Investigative Reporting has been awarded since 1953, under one name or another, for a distinguished example of investigative reporting by an individual or team, presented as a single article or series in a U.S. news publication.[1] It is administered by the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism in New York City.

From 1953 through 1963, the category was known as the Pulitzer Prize for Local Reporting, No Edition Time. From 1964 to 1984, it was known as the Pulitzer Prize for Local Investigative Specialized Reporting.[2]

The Pulitzer Committee issues an official citation explaining the reasons for the award.

Pulitzer Prize for Local Reporting, No Edition Time

Pulitzer Prize for Local Investigative Specialized Reporting

Pulitzer Prize for Investigative Reporting

Corey G. Johnson, Rebecca Woolington and Eli Murray of the Tampa Bay Times, "For a compelling exposé of highly toxic hazards inside Florida’s only battery recycling plant that forced the implementation of safety measures to adequately protect workers and nearby residents."[11]

Staff of The Wall Street Journal, "for sharp accountability reporting on financial conflicts of interest among officials at 50 federal agencies, revealing those who bought and sold stocks they regulated and other ethical violations by individuals charged with safeguarding the public’s interest."[12]

Hannah Dreier, The New York Times, "for a deeply reported series of stories revealing the stunning reach of migrant child labor across the United States and the corporate and governmental failures that perpetuate it."[13]

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Entry Form for a Pulitzer Prize In Journalism. Jan 2011. pulitzer.org. 2018-03-27.
  2. Book: Heinz-D Fischer. Erika J. Fischer. Complete Historical Handbook of the Pulitzer Prize System 1917-2000. 1 January 2003. Walter de Gruyter. 978-3-11-093912-5. 118, 124.
  3. Web site: The Pulitzer Prizes | Citation. April 2014. April 15, 2014. Pulitzer.org.
  4. Web site: Investigative Reporting. The Pulitzer Prizes. 20 April 2015.
  5. Web site: IRE members recognized in 2015 Pulitzer Prizes . Hutchins . Sarah . April 21, 2015 . Investigative Reporters and Editors . February 18, 2019.
  6. Web site: Investigative Reporting. 11 April 2017.
  7. Web site: The 2018 Pulitzer Prize Winner in Investigative Journalism. Pulitzer. 20 June 2018.
  8. Web site: The Pulitzer Prizes . The Pulitzer Prizes . 2019-04-15.
  9. Web site: The Pulitzer Prizes . The Pulitzer Prizes . 2020-05-05.
  10. Web site: The Pulitzer Prizes . The Pulitzer Prizes . 2021-07-06.
  11. Web site: "2022 Pulitzer Prizes & Finalists". Pulitzer Prize. May 9, 2022. May 9, 2022.
  12. Web site: The 2023 Pulitzer Prize Winner in Investigative Reporting. Pulitzer Prize. May 15, 2023.
  13. Web site: Here are the winners of the 2024 Pulitzer Prizes. . May 6, 2023.