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Join us March 6-9 at NICAR25 in Minneapolis. Early-bird registration discounts are available now.

IRE's annual data journalism conference offers essential training in the latest computer-assisted reporting tools, tips and trends.

The NICAR25 pitch form closes Oct. 27. Submit your ideas today!

Don't miss your chance to get top-notch IRE training from the comfort of your desk! The two-and-a-half-day conference will take place online, Oct. 17-19. AccessFest focuses on providing more accessible training centered on belonging, equity, and inclusion. You'll also see some of the best sessions from NICAR and IRE24! Full schedule here.

Tristan Ahtone, in conversation with Mary Hudetz, will give the keynote address.

The third quarter 2024 edition of The IRE Journal features a special elections theme.

Articles cover campaign finance investigations, how to navigate gerrymandering, best practices from international journalists, AI disinformation danger, an intro to survey data, alternatives to horse-race reporting, advice on framing news about trans communities — and more.

IRE members can read the latest magazine and past editions online. 

Donald L. Barlett, a longtime member of IRE in the 1990s and early 2000s who spoke frequently at conferences and mentored many a young journalist, died Oct. 5 at his home in Chestnut Hill, Pennsylvania. He was 88.

Barlett and reporting partner James B. Steele, also a veteran IRE member, were a powerhouse investigative team for more than 40 years, winning two Pulitzers for their work at The Inquirer and countless other awards, exposing corruption and fraud. They authored nine books. Barlett retired in 2013. Steele also retired, but remains an active IRE member and is serving on IRE's 50th Anniversary Task Force.