California Watch launches

California Watch launched today.

California Watch presents in-depth investigative journalism on California issues, pursuing new models for community engagement.

A a project of the non-profit Center for Investigative Reporting, California Watch sets out to be not only the "watchdog" on issues that matter to Californians, but also a site where the public can follow up on stories. One feature I found particularly compelling is the Resources section, where the Watch staff have shared how-to information, tips, methodologies and contacts in the primary coverage areas of their beat.

Featured data sets presenting information behind the stories are a big part of the California Watch approach.

This was the last project of pingVision, LLC and the first project of PINGV Inc.

I hope to blog more about California Watch in the coming weeks.