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IRE hosts golden gala celebrating spirit of investigative journalism

May 9, 2025 | Comments Off on IRE hosts golden gala celebrating spirit of investigative journalism
IRE logo and 50th anniversary gala. Collage of honorees including Reenee Ferguson, Sheila Coronel, Jim Steele, Marisa Kwiatkowski, Manny Garcia, Jodi Kantor, Megan Twohey and Phil Williams.

Investigative Reporters and Editors will mark its 50th anniversary with a gala in September, an elegant evening of camaraderie and entertainment paying tribute to the outrage that has driven investigative journalism since 1975.

IRE launches pilot program on college campuses

April 30, 2025 | Comments Off on IRE launches pilot program on college campuses
Four CUNY students pose for photo.

A pilot program of IRE student chapters is in place across the country. The goal is to introduce more students to the organization and bring investigative training to college campuses. 

Announcing the 2024 IRE Awards

April 16, 2025 | Comments Off on Announcing the 2024 IRE Awards
An image of an IRE Medal and black background appears behind text: 2024 IRE Awards: Winners & Finalists in white and gold.

Congratulations to winners and finalists in the 2024 IRE Awards. The annual contest showcases exemplary work by members of Investigative Reporters and Editors from the past year. Awards will be presented at the 2025 IRE Conference in New Orleans on Saturday, June 21.

Join the legacy: Shining a spotlight on ‘impenetrable institutions’

April 15, 2025 | Comments Off on Join the legacy: Shining a spotlight on ‘impenetrable institutions’
Black and white photo of press conference.

As part of IRE’s 50th anniversary and spring member drive, we’re sharing some of the biggest moments in investigative journalism since 1975. This week’s story is about the Spotlight team’s investigation into the Catholic Church.

IRE training coming to a city near you!

April 11, 2025 | Comments Off on IRE training coming to a city near you!
IRE logo and clipart of two people - one is holding a book, the other has a laptop. News: Where IRE is teaching in 2025.

IRE has a longstanding history of teaching journalists and students across the country. Here’s here we’ll be in 2025.

Join the legacy: Uncovering systemic injustice with investigative techniques

April 8, 2025 | Comments Off on Join the legacy: Uncovering systemic injustice with investigative techniques
Donald Barlett, right, and James Steele of Time Inc. speaking.

As part of IRE’s 50th anniversary and spring member drive, we’re sharing some of the biggest moments in investigative journalism since 1975. This week’s story is about Don Barlett and James. B Steele’s series “America: What went wrong?”

Declare IRE Board candidacy by May 6

April 7, 2025 | Comments Off on Declare IRE Board candidacy by May 6

Would you like to help lead Investigative Reporters and Editors as a new member of the Board of Directors? Or help judge the IRE Awards as an elected member of the IRE Contest Committee? Now is your chance! Six of 13 board seats are up for election in 2025, along with two seats on the Contest Committee.

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