Q. How do I cite MLA for a website article?

For an example and instructions on how to cite an online newspaper article, go to our Cite MLA Style guide (linked below), and select the Cite Web page. Scroll all the way to the bottom, and you'll see an example from CNN.

For more great examples and instructions, go to Purdue Owl's MLA guide, also linked below.

There are citation generators available. You essentially select the type of source, enter the requested information, and a citation is generated. In our Cite MLA Style guide, select the Grab a Citation page, and look for the Citation Generators box on the left. Son of Citation Machine provides citation information for numerous types of materials.