In the Papers

One day later

Daily newspapers carry the story of the Challenger disaster.

Newspaper Characteristics
AUDIENCE:	General public
AUTHOR:	Journalists
TIMELINESS:	Provides the most up-to-date information available. Usually carries live reports of "What's happening now" with little time for analysis.
CONTENT:	Depends upon importance of event. May include some off-the-cuff analysis, interviews with specialists, editorial opinions, and graphs and photographs.
TYPE OF SOURCE:	Primary