The Illinois Extended Media Coverage Packet is a program offered by the Illinois Broadcasters Association (IBA) that provides broadcast stations with additional resources and opportunities to cover news in their local communities. The packet includes the following components: * Local News Content Listing: A list of local news stories that are available to broadcast stations in their designated market area. * Press Release Resources: A collection of press release and media resources from the IBA to help broadcast stations stay up-to-date on news and events in their local community. * Local News Coverage: Opportunities for broadcast stations to promote upcoming events and news stories in their local community. * Access to IBA Newsroom: Access to IBA's online newsroom, which provides broadcast stations with access to the latest news stories and updates from around the state. * Media Coverage Database: A database of media coverage from across the state, which can be used by broadcast stations to identify potential stories to cover. The Illinois Extended Media Coverage Packet is designed to help broadcast stations better serve their local communities by providing them with additional resources and opportunities to cover news.