Why would people want to do this:

A variety reasons: in general, people want to contribute and have a say in the coverage of events that are of interest to them.

With the JReporter's assignment feature users will respond to a request for coverage from a media outlet with which they have an allegiance.

We've also added a rewards feature, which we know will not be the sole reason someone contributes, but it adds to the experience.

In short, the audience wants to be engaged. Some will do it for the thrill of seeing their name in “print.” Others because they want to contribute and direct coverage, some for the rewards and others to be part of the process.