When it comes to reporting on the police killings of and violence toward black and brown people, news coverage can provide important background and context to the national conversation, sparking a wide range of actions and reactions. But that news must adhere to certain standards in order to contribute meaningfully and minimize bias. In the Society of Professional Journalists’ Code of Ethics, reporters and editors are urged to “boldly tell the story of the diversity and magnitude of the human experience” while at the same time “avoid stereotyping” and “examine the ways their values and experiences may shape their reporting.” Likewise, photojournalists should, “Be complete and provide context when photographing…