A person who writes news for a newspaper

A journalist who writes news for a newspaper is commonly referred to as a:

1. Reporter: A reporter is a journalist who gathers and writes news stories for a newspaper, magazine, or online publication.
2. News writer: A news writer is a journalist who writes news articles for a newspaper, often based on information gathered by reporters.
3. Staff writer: A staff writer is a journalist who is employed by a newspaper to write news articles, features, and other content.
4. Columnist: A columnist is a journalist who writes opinion pieces, editorials, or commentary articles for a newspaper.
5. Correspondent: A correspondent is a journalist who reports on news from a specific location or beat, often for a national or international publication.

These terms are often used interchangeably, but there may be some subtle differences in their meanings and responsibilities.