Pulitzer Prize for Local Reporting

The Pulitzer Prize for Local Reporting is awarded to an example of "significant issues of local or statewide concern, demonstrating originality and community connection".

[1] The Pulitzer Prize for Local Reporting was first awarded from 1948 until 1952.

In 1985, several new Pulitzer Prizes were introduced, the Pulitzer Prize for Explanatory Journalism (later renamed "Explanatory Reporting"), the Pulitzer Prize for General News Reporting (later renamed "Breaking News Reporting"), the Pulitzer Prize for Investigative Reporting, and the Pulitzer Prize for Specialized Reporting.

None of these prizes were reserved specifically for local reporting.

The Pulitzer Committee issues an official citation explaining the reasons for the award.