The news about domestic violence: Findings from an analysis of California news, 2023-2025
Friday, February 27, 2026We can’t solve a problem we don’t know is happening — and when it comes to domestic violence, decades of research suggest that news coverage may miss the scope and impact of the problem, and the important work advocates and organizations are doing to end it.
With support from the Blue Shield of California Foundation, we evaluated English-language news about domestic violence to identify coverage strengths, gaps, and opportunities for improvement. Our report includes recommendations to help journalists tell more complete and inclusive stories about domestic violence. Download the report or learn more in this Q&A with lead researcher Pamela Mejia.