News Tip Submission Guidelines | GCShorts

Effective Date: August 12, 2025

At GCShorts, we value the role our readers play in helping us uncover important stories. Whether you have witnessed a newsworthy event, uncovered critical information, or want to highlight an issue affecting your community, we encourage you to share it with our editorial team.

Your tips can lead to impactful journalism that informs the public and holds the powerful accountable.

What Makes a Good News Tip?

A strong news tip should be accurate, timely, and relevant. It could be:

  • Breaking news or developing events

  • Government or corporate misconduct

  • Public safety concerns

  • Community issues that need wider attention

  • Exclusive information not yet covered by other media outlets

How to Submit a Tip

To submit a news tip, send an email to:
📧 gcshorts.com@gmail.com

Please include:

  • A clear summary of your tip or lead

  • Supporting evidence, such as photos, videos, or documents

  • Your contact details (optional if you wish to remain anonymous)

Confidentiality & Anonymity

We understand that some tips may be sensitive. GCShorts respects the privacy of our sources and will honor requests for anonymity to the fullest extent permitted by law. If needed, you can use an encrypted email service or remove identifying information before sending materials.

Editorial Review

All tips are reviewed by our senior editorial team. We assess credibility, verify details, and decide whether to pursue the lead as a full story. While we cannot guarantee coverage of every submission, every tip is considered seriously.

Important Notes

  • Submitting a tip does not guarantee publication.

  • Do not put yourself or others at risk while gathering information.

  • GCShorts will not publish unverified or false information.

By following these guidelines, you help us maintain the accuracy, integrity, and impact of our reporting. Together, we can ensure that important stories reach the public.