News and Newspapers: Quick Links
Quick Links
Quick Links
University of Iowa LibGuides, Databases, The Perch, Citation Management.
Databases
- Access World News Research Collection This link opens in a new windowCurrent and archived information from thousands of local, regional, national, and international news sources. Find diverse perspectives on topics related to business and economics, controversial issues, criminal justice, education, environmental studies, health, international studies, performing and fine arts, political science, science, social issues and more from a variety of current and retrospective news media including newspapers, newswires, broadcast transcripts, blogs, periodicals, videos and web-only content. Includes the Chicago Tribune and some Iowa newspapers.
- Newspaper Source Plus This link opens in a new windowNewspaper Source Plus provides selected full text for over 200 regional U.S. newspapers, international newspapers, newswires, newspaper columns and other sources as well as indexing and abstracts for national newspapers. This database is updated daily.
- Google's Historical NewspapersFree access to scanned archives of newspapers and links to other newspaper archives on the web, both free and paid. Some of the news archives date back to 18th century. There is a timeline view available, to select news from various years.
- LexisNexis Academic (now called Nexis Uni) This link opens in a new windowTURN OFF POP-UP BLOCKER; Researchers can quickly and easily search full-text documents from over 17,000 credible sources of information and pinpoint relevant information for a wide range of academic research projects. Extensive legal sources for federal and state cases and statutes, including U.S. Supreme Court decisions since 1790
- ProQuest Recent Newspapers This link opens in a new windowMust scroll down to ProQuest Recent Newspapers. All newspapers are searchable databases for the years 2008+ with a 3 month embargo. Includes newspapers from the U.S. and Canada such as Washington Post, Wall Street Journal, Chicago Tribune, Baltimore Sun, St. Louis Post Dispatch, Indianapolis Star, Cincinnati Enquirer, Toronto Star, Vancouver Sun, and more.
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- World News ConnectionWNC is an online news service of non-U.S. media sources provided by the National Technical Information Service.
- World Newspaper Archive This link opens in a new windowWorld Newspaper Archive is a fully searchable collection of historical newspapers from around the globe. This uniquely comprehensive online resource was created in partnership with the Center for Research Libraries - one of the world's largest and most important newspaper repositories.
University of Iowa Guides
- AI & Generative Chat ToolsMore in-depth information on different types of AI, how to use it in the classroom, and AI citations.
- Citation HelpInformation on MLA, APA, Chicago and other citation formation. Includes examples.
- ElectionsInformation on how to register to vote, where to vote, election news, and research on candidates.
- EndNote and Zotero ManagementStep-by-step instructions on how to install EndNote and Zotero for free to save, organize and cite sources.
- Evaluating Online InformationMore in depth guide on misinformation, bias, lateral reading, and fact-checking.
The Perch
The Perch is a reimagined space on the first floor of the Main Library, just across from the new books section, featuring a curated collection of current newspapers, literary journals, and magazines of news, commentary, and opinion.
Citations
- Citation MachineGenerate free and accurate citations for various sources.
- Citing AIGuide on how to cite AI in your work.