"All business is local" - also in the global information world. Local journalism is the classic entry point for newcomers to the profession. Here, one can learn "journalism from the ground up," and this is where the majority of all German journalists work. However, the traditional local newspaper section is facing a profound transformation: declining readership and competition from other new local media are shaping the daily routine in the editorial offices. Good local journalism will only be able to assert itself in the market through quality products. The volume "Local Journalism" informs both beginners and professionals about the state and development of local journalism. It combines innovative ideas and tips from everyday editorial work with results from practical research.