California News Aggregator Rough Tumble Gains Global Audience for Nonpartisan Coverage
Jack Kavanagh, a former TV newsman, has been running Rough & Tumble, a nonpartisan news aggregation website focused on California politics and policy, for over 30 years. The site, which began as a summary for colleagues at a Sacramento television station, has grown to attract a worldwide audience. Kavanagh's approach is simple: he provides headlines and short summaries without flashy graphics or partisan commentary. His dedication to unbiased reporting has made Rough & Tumble a trusted source for political insiders, lawmakers, and readers globally. Despite the rise of AI and social media, Kavanagh believes in the importance of trust and credibility in news reporting. 
