For a distinguished example of general or spot news reporting within a newspaper's local area of circulation, preferably by an individual, giving consideration to alertness, resourcefulness and high quality of writing, One thousand dollars ($1,000).
Chicago Sun-Times , by Thomas Fitzpatrick
For his article about the violence of youthful radicals in Chicago, "A Wild Night's Ride With SDS."
Winners in Local General or Spot News Reporting
John Fetterman
For his article, "Pfc. Gibson Comes Home," the story of an American soldier whose body was returned to his native town from Vietnam for burial.
Staff
For its coverage of the Detroit riots of 1967, recognizing both the brilliance of its detailed spot news staff work and its swift and accurate investigation into the underlying causes of the tragedy.
Robert V. Cox
For his vivid deadline reporting of a mountain manhunt that ended with the killing of a deranged sniper who had terrorized the community.
Staff
For its coverage of the Watts riots.
1970 Prize Winners
Marquis W. Childs
For distinguished commentary during 1969.
Ada Louise Huxtable
For distinguished criticism during 1969.