Lede Lab:

Many cub reporters struggle to write a good lede (also called lead) and honestly AI hasn’t helped that much. We went from starting with a dictionary definition to starting with hackneyed drama. Why not try this lede lab coach to polish a lede? But keep in mind whether you’re a student or a cub reporter many newsrooms and classrooms do not permit the use of AI in their classes or newsrooms at all. If you’re a student, I’d recommend disclosing your AI use and following the rules set out in your class syllabus.