Annual survey results underscore how publishers are rethinking sustainability amid structural shifts in discovery and monetization NEW YORK, February 11, 2026  – Cross-platform digital ad revenue growth is set to dominate local media strategies in 2026 as subscription growth flattens, according to the Local Media Consortium ’ s (LMC) annual Local Media Industry Insights Survey . The survey asked industry professionals about the state of the local media landscape in 2025 and

The Reynolds Journalism Institute (RJI), in partnership with the Local Media Consortium (LMC), today announced the launch of the News Media Help Desk, a centralized hub to provide local newsrooms with access to essential resources, expert assistance and fractional services.