St. Joseph and Kansas City were important stops in the life of Walter Cronkite: “Many people forget Cronkite’s deep ties to ...

This article is part of The Poynter 50, a series reflecting on 50 moments and people that shaped journalism over the past half-century — and continue to influence its future. As Poynter celebrates its ...

Both liberals and conservatives toss Walter Cronkite's name around a lot these days. Cronkite, the longtime anchor of the "CBS Evening News," was often called "the most trusted man in America" (he won ...