The Supreme Court is set to take up a case that could decide whether a state’s laws accommodating protections for LGBTQ people trump free speech rights in the workplace.
Often, breaking news is described as “special report” or “special coverage.” The word “breaking” is interchangeable with “late-breaking news.” Often, a reporter at the location of the breaking event will provide more information as the story breaks. It is also possible for a network to integrate analysis of the story into its programming.
When breaking news interrupts programming during prime time, the local station may be given the opportunity to break away from the network feed and start an evening newscast. They may also be given the option to join the network feed in the “extended edition” format. The network may also schedule preemptions weeks in advance for certain events.
The network’s anchor may introduce the story, or it may be interrupted with a graphic featuring music. The anchor will also remind viewers that more information will be provided on the local news. Typically, a news report lasts a few minutes. The anchor may also change the lower thirds to convey a sense of urgency.
A “breaking” news story may be described as the most important story of the moment. It can also be the only story reported in a local newscast. In the event of a breaking news story, the local newscast may be interrupted and the station may cut away to video of the event.
The network may revert to the newscast when coverage ends. It may also resume previous programming at the end of the interruption. The network may also offer an outro promo that directs viewers to their website, news feed, or another platform.
