Use these databases to explore different types of news sources. Most of what you will find in these databases are news articles, which are very useful, but are non-academic, and not scholarly.
Most Useful
| Database | Full Text | Coverage | Scholarly |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York Times (Historical Collection) i
The New York Times Historical Collection provides full page and article images including the NY Daily Times (1851-1857). The most recent four years not included in this historical collection can be searched through ProQuest Direct, LexisNexis or Factiva. |
Full-text | Archive | None |
| Los Angeles Times (Historical) i
Archival issues and articles beginning with 1881. Issues published during the past twenty-four years are not available in this database. Check ProQuest or Factiva databases for the material not held in this collection. |
Full-text | Archive | None |
| LexisNexis Academic - News i
Direct to the News link of LexisNexis Academic |
Full-text | 1975 to current | Some |
| Ethnic NewsWatch i
Full-text ethnic newspapers, searchable in English or Spanish. |
Some full-text; plus links to full-text via Get-It | 1992 to current | None |
| GenderWatch i
GenderWatch contains publications which focus on how gender impacts a broad spectrum of subject areas. GenderWatch is a repository of an important historical perspective on the evolution of the women’s movement and the changes in gender roles. |
Full-text | 1970 to current | All |
| African American Newspapers, 1827-1998 i
Newspapers digitized from 37 states chronicling African American experiences and influence in a variety of events from the early 19th through late 20th centuries. |
Full-text | 1827 to 1998 | None |
| Hispanic American Newspapers, 1808-1980 i
Spanish and English language newspapers offering news, advertisements, opinion and more from across the nation reflecting contemporary thought and activity. |
Full-text | 1808 to 1980 | None |
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