Editorial Process
Digital New York News is committed to publishing accurate, timely, and trustworthy journalism serving readers interested in New York City and New York State.
Story Selection
Our editorial team selects stories based on:
- Public interest and newsworthiness
- Impact on New York communities
- Relevance to residents, businesses, visitors, and policymakers
- Emerging trends and significant developments
We cover local news, business, technology, public policy, culture, lifestyle, transportation, education, and community events.
Research and Reporting
Before publication, our writers:
- Gather information from official sources whenever possible.
- Review government documents, court filings, company announcements, public records, and firsthand statements.
- Attribute information to reliable and identifiable sources.
- Clearly distinguish verified facts from analysis.
Editing and Accuracy Review
Every article undergoes an editorial review before publication.
Editors are responsible for:
- Reviewing factual accuracy
- Verifying names, dates, locations, titles, and quotations
- Checking links and source attribution
- Correcting grammar, spelling, and readability
- Removing unsupported claims or speculation
- Ensuring headlines accurately reflect the story
When AI-assisted drafting tools are used, every article receives human editorial review before publication. Editors verify factual claims against reliable sources and revise content for clarity, context, and accuracy.
Corrections
Despite careful review, mistakes can occur.
When a factual error is identified:
- We investigate the issue promptly.
- Verified errors are corrected as quickly as possible.
- Significant corrections may include an editor’s note explaining the update.
Readers who believe an article contains an error are encouraged to contact our editorial team.
Editorial Independence
Editorial decisions are made independently of advertisers, sponsors, and commercial partners.
Advertising or sponsored content does not influence our news coverage or editorial judgment.
Updates
Developing stories may be updated as additional verified information becomes available. We strive to make updates promptly while maintaining transparency and accuracy.
Ethics Policy
Digital New York News is committed to ethical journalism built on accuracy, fairness, independence, and transparency.
Accuracy
We strive to publish information that has been verified through reliable sources. When information cannot be independently confirmed, we clearly identify its source and context.
Fairness
We seek to represent relevant viewpoints fairly and avoid knowingly misleading readers through selective reporting or inaccurate headlines.
Independence
Editorial decisions are made independently of advertisers, sponsors, political organizations, and commercial interests.
We do not accept payment in exchange for favorable news coverage.
Transparency
When we update or significantly correct a published article, we do so as promptly as practical.
We identify sponsored or promotional material with clear labels.
Opinion and Commentary
We clearly label opinion pieces.
Opinion articles, editorials, guest columns, and commentary are presented separately from our news reporting so readers can easily distinguish factual reporting from personal viewpoints.
AI-Assisted Content
Digital New York News may use AI tools to assist with drafting, summarization, formatting, or research support.
However:
- Human editors review all published content.
- Facts are verified before publication.
- Editorial responsibility always remains with our editorial team.
Community Standards
We strive to treat individuals and communities with respect.
We avoid publishing knowingly false information, manipulated content intended to deceive, or material that unnecessarily invades personal privacy unless justified by the public interest.
