For a distinguished example of local general or spot news reporting, preferably by an individual, giving consideration to alertness, resourcefulness and high quality of writing, One thousand dollars ($1,000).
Los Angeles Times , by Staff
For its coverage of the Watts riots.
The Jury
The Jury
F.K. Arthur, Jr.
Monterey Peninsula Herald
Jack Butler
Fort Worth Star-Telegram
Emmett Dedmon
Chicago Sun Times
Winners in Local General or Spot News Reporting
Melvin H. Ruder
For his daring and resourceful coverage of a disastrous flood that threatened his community, an individual effort in the finest tradition of spot news reporting.
Norman C. Miller
For his comprehensive account of a multi-million dollar vegetable oil swindle in New Jersey.
1966 Prize Winners
Don Wright
For "You Mean You Were Bluffing?"
Robert Lasch
For his distinguished editorial writing in 1965.