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Journalist Hunt offers a comprehensive database of journalists who focus on covering Metro Chicago. Connect with thousands of journalists, reporters, columnists, editors and other media professionals who write about Metro Chicago-related topics. Filter journalists by location, coverage topics, and journalist type to find the perfect match for your business. Start your search today with Journalist Hunt for free or unlock advanced filtering options by subscribing.
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Michael Hawthorne
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Environment and Public Health Reporter, Chicago Tribune
Midwesterner. Pulitzer finalist. Dig into environment/public health for @chicagotribune. EPL/NBA/MLB obsessive. Victoria Concordia Crescit.
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Jodi S. Cohen
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Reporter, ProPublica
Reporter @Propublica. Alum @chicagotribune @detroitnews @michigandaily. Mom x 3. The education beat is the best beat. Jodi.Cohen@propublica.org
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Emma Whalen
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Reporter, The Real Deal Chicago, The Real Deal
Reporter covering commercial real estate/development for @trdchicago
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Lee Bey
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Architecture Critic, Chicago Sun-Times
Sun-Times/ABC7 architecture critic. Arch prof @ IIT. Author, Southern Exposure: The Overlooked Architecture of Chicago’s South Side, @ www.leebey.com
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Ariel Parrella-Aureli
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Reporter, Block Club Chicago
Logan Square/Avondale/Humboldt Park reporter/periodista @BlockClubCHI. | 🚲 🇮🇹 y español. tips + dog photos: ariel@blockclubchi.org
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Brian J. Rogal
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Senior Real Estate Reporter, Chicago Tribune
Some say I resemble David Duchovny. Don’t see it myself. Beliefs: right to bare arms (i.e. going sleeveless); original sin (everyone is guilty); Gmail is wrong.
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Sally Duros
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Freelance Journalist, Freelance
Independent journalist. Digital communicator. Business instructor UIC. Follow me at @sallyduros.bsky.soci
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Asraa Mustufa
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Managing Editor, The Examination
There's really no such thing as the 'voiceless'. There are only the deliberately silenced, or the preferably unheard. - Arundhati Roy | editor @examinationnews
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Gloria Oladipo
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Breaking News Reporter, The Guardian
Reporter @GuardianUS | Arts writer and Critic | 2022 NCI Fellow | Playwright | @zenithcoop 🌺 | Script reader + Dramaturg (*Not active on X right now*)
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Mary Mitchell
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Director, Newsroom Culture and Community Engagement and Columnist, Chicago Sun-Times
Mary Mitchell is the Director of Culture and Community Engagement and editorial board member at the Chicago Sun-Times.
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Find journalists who write about Metro Chicago
Journalist Hunt offers a comprehensive database of journalists who focus on covering Metro Chicago. Connect with thousands of journalists, reporters, columnists, editors and other media professionals who write about Metro Chicago-related topics. Filter journalists by location, coverage topics, and journalist type to find the perfect match for your business. Start your search today with Journalist Hunt for free or unlock advanced filtering options by subscribing.
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How do I find journalists covering Metro Chicago?
Use filters such as industry, country, journalist type, or outlet to narrow your search to reporters, editors, or contributors who specialize in Metro Chicago. You’ll see profiles that match those criteria.
Do you offer contact emails for these journalists?
Yes. Verified contact details (e.g. emails, LinkedIn, X) become available with a premium subscription. Free users can view profiles but contact info is redacted.
Can I filter Metro Chicago journalists by location or publication?
Absolutely. You can target by country, city/state, or specific outlets to focus your outreach where it matters.
What information does each Metro Chicago journalist profile include?
Each profile contains journalist type, role, beat(s), industry, outlet, location, and recent articles to help you understand their coverage focus.
Can I export journalists covering Metro Chicago for campaigns?
Yes. Premium users can export lists of profiles into CSV or XLSX files, ready for outreach workflows or PR tools.
How often are journalist profiles for Metro Chicago updated?
The database is refreshed regularly to keep beats, roles, outlets, and contact details up to date.
Why focus on journalists by specific beat?
Targeting by beat ensures your pitch lands with journalists already covering the topic, making your outreach more relevant and increasing the chance of coverage.
Can I subscribe just to get a list of Metro Chicago journalists for one project?
Yes. You may subscribe for a short term to export lists for a specific campaign and cancel afterward if you like.
Can I cancel my subscription anytime?
Yes. You’re free to cancel or change your plan at any time. You’ll retain full access until your billing period ends.