I've never been a big fan of grandiose big-stories-of-the-year pieces. Big events tend to have long tails, so reciting a list of the most significant stories means cramming together months worth of coverage. Besides, do you really need reminded that Sprint may merge with T-Mobile?
Picking a list of my favorite stories of 2018 is a different matter. News value plays a role, but alongside fascinating subjects, surprising angles and well-crafted writing. My list won't be the same as anyone else's —…
