Within minutes we had information on the type of plane involved, live audio coverage, reaction from various Minnesotans.
Our online traffic was equal to that of Sept. 11.
It's unfortunate that a couple of Web sites were used to paint a broad brush of "disappointment" with online's ability to cover breaking news. Online journalism served its audience quite well.
Update your bookmarks, Peter.
Bob CollinsOnline News EditorMinnesota Public Radio