The open Web is home to a wealth of great information (our government agencies, professional associations and many news publications).
Google search tips:
Once you find it, evaluate it:
CRAAP test: Currency - Relevance - Authority - Accuracy - Purpose
Applying the CRAAP test seems easy on the surface. But in reality, any site can have misinformation. Be suspicious, assume bias, suspect fraud, double check facts.
Handbooks and encyclopedias can help you develop a topic or search strategy.