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Shaquille Brewster
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Correspondent, NBC News
Correspondent @NBCNews & @MSNBC #RoadWarrior | @HowardU Alum | Journalist | Political Junkie | Suffering @nyknicks Fan| Philippians 4:13
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Jim Kirk
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Publisher and Executive Editor, Crain's Chicago Business
Crain’s City Brands Group Publisher Chicago/Detroit/Grand Rapids/NY/Cleveland. Prior @latimes @suntimes @chicagotribune. #journalismmatters
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Cheryl Hwang
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Segment Producer and Writer, NewsNation
TV Producer-Reporter, Podcast Host. Fact-based Unbiased U.S. News @newsnationnow (retweets ≠ endorsements)
Nick Smith
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Anchor and Host, NewsNation
Anchor | Host @NewsNation | Army Vet 🇺🇸 | Emmy🏆 | @ucberkeley @emersoncollege alumnus | Jump Rope Enthusiast, IG bit.ly/2qlwU1J Rep’d by @3Kingsley
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Safia Samee Ali
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National Journalist, NewsNation
National Journalist for @newsnation, previously @nbcnews and @themessenger, recovering Attorney, and some other things too. Tips? sali@newsnationnow.com
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Pat Nabong
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Visual Journalist, Chicago Sun-Times
Visual journalist @suntimes RTs ≠ endorsements pnabong@suntimes.com
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Nick Schultz
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National News Desk Writer, On3
Covering college football, basketball, NIL @On3sports/@On3NIL | NFL, more @5GOATs_ | @LoyolaChicago alum. Tips: nicholas.schultz@on3.com, DMs open
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Jon Najarian
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Co-Founder, Market Rebellion
Co-Founder @marketrebels | #Stocks #Options | TV & Streaming Star | @ChicagoBears LB | Expert on The Multiverse & Metaverse | Inductee into OIC Hall of Fame
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Erica Thompson
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Features Writer, Chicago Sun-Times
Features writer for @suntimes. Former features editor for @DispatchAlerts. Award-winning reporter on race and gender. #Prince biographer. Freelance writer.
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Shia Kapos
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Reporter, POLITICO
Politics reporter @POLITICO and author of the Illinois Playbook. Proud Chicagoan who grew up on a farm before living and working in SLC, SanFran and NYC.
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Tracy Swartz
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Senior Lifestyles Editor and Writer, New York Post
Senior lifestyles editor/writer for the New York Post, in Chicago. I pun this town. Alum: @chicagotribune @redeyechicago @jhuartssciences @uispar @uf
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find journalists in Chicago?
Use filters by beat, industry, journalist type, or outlet to narrow your search and discover journalists based in Chicago who cover topics relevant to your story.Do you provide email contacts for Chicago journalists?
Yes. Verified contact information (emails, LinkedIn, X) is available with a premium subscription. Free users can view profiles but contact fields are redacted.Can I filter Chicago journalists by beat or outlet?
Absolutely. You can refine by industry beat or specific publications to find Chicago journalists with expertise and reach in your area.What profile details are shown for Chicago journalists?
Each profile includes journalist type, role, beat(s), industry, outlet(s), location, and recent articles — giving you insight into what they cover and where.Can I export a list of Chicago journalists for outreach?
Yes. Premium users can export lists of Chicago-based journalists to CSV or XLSX files and use them in PR or media campaigns.How frequently are Chicago journalist profiles updated?
Profiles are refreshed regularly to keep location, beats, roles, and contact information accurate and up to date.Why use a location filter along with beat or type?
Filtering by location helps ensure your pitches reach journalists in the region or market you care about — improving relevance and response rates.Can I subscribe just to export data for Chicago journalists?
Yes. You can use a short-term subscription to access and export a location-specific journalist list and then cancel if needed.Can I cancel my subscription at any time?
Yes. You’re free to change or cancel your plan at any time through your account settings. You retain access through your current billing period.