The teenager who recorded George Floyd’s death has earned a special citation in this year’s Pulitzer Prize.

The announcement was made today by the Pulitzer Prize co-chair who said the Floyd story highlighted not only the essential role of journalists, but the increasing importance of ordinary citizens.

The Minneapolis Star-Tribune won the Pulitzer for its reporting of Floyd’s death and the aftermath.

What do you think was the most impactful news story of this year so far?  Last year?