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Welcome to IRE

Investigative Reporters and Editors Inc. is a grassroots nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the quality of investigative reporting. IRE was formed to create a forum in which journalists throughout the world could help each other by sharing story ideas, newsgathering techniques and news sources.

IRE provides members access to thousands of reporting tipsheets and other materials through its Resource Center and hosts conferences and specialized training across the country. Programs of IRE include the National Institute for Computer-Assisted Reporting (NICAR), a collaboration between IRE and the Missouri School of Journalism.

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Learn the latest techniques of finding, understanding and reporting on stories with IRE. Explore training options across the globe and find an event that fits your schedule, whether it’s in person or online.

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IRE News

2025 IRE Awards now open!

It's that time of year again! The 2025 IRE Awards are now open! We're excited to announce a few new categories this year as well as a brand new contest platform.

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IRE heads to New York City

Join us for a special Watchdog Workshop in New York City at the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY, January 23-24, 2026.

You'll hear from award-winning speakers and some of the top investigative and data reporters in the country. Sessions will cover breaking news investigations, getting grants for your next big story and beat reporting how-to panels for business, health care and environmental journalism.

A current IRE membership is required. Seating is limited -- don't miss your chance to snag a seat before it's too late!

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Longtime IRE leader and investigative journalist dies at 83
July 17, 2021 | Comments Off on Longtime IRE leader and investigative journalist dies at 83

Jim Polk, a longtime IRE leader and member, died on July 15th in his home in Atlanta. Polk, 83, had a distinguished career as an investigative journalist in both print and broadcast, winning a Pulitzer Prize in 1974 for his coverage of Watergate.

Six journalists elected to IRE Board of Directors
June 19, 2021 | Comments Off on Six journalists elected to IRE Board of Directors

Three incumbents and three newcomers were elected to two-year terms for the IRE Board of Directors in election results announced Saturday. IRE members also elected two members of the Contest Committee, which judges the IRE Awards.

Louisiana Attorney General wins 2021 IRE Golden Padlock Award for most secretive public official in the U.S.
June 16, 2021 | Comments Off on Louisiana Attorney General wins 2021 IRE Golden Padlock Award for most secretive public official in the U.S.

Louisiana Attorney General Jeff Landry has won the Investigative Reporters and Editors 2021 Golden Padlock Award honoring the most secretive public agency or official in the U.S.

There’s more pressure than ever to rise above the competition.

 

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