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Cheyanne M. Daniels
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Programming Chair, Washington Association of Black Journalists
Race & Politics reporter for @thehill ➡️ tips: cdaniels@thehill.com // Programming Chair @WABJDC // formerly @suntimes // @medillschool alum
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Gene Farris
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Digital Sports Editor, Chicago Sun-Times
Digital Sports Editor @suntimes. Formerly @chicagotribune, @usatoday @beaconjournal. Buckeye, Cleveland guy.
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Kaitlin Sharkey
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Sports Anchor and Reporter, WGN-TV (Chicago, IL)
@WGNTV Sports Anchor | Reporter | Co-host @GNSportsTV
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Simone Alicea
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Producer, City Cast Chicago
Lead Producer for @CityCastChicago. Formerly @knkxfm, @CSTbreaking and @CapeTimesSA. PNW bred. @MedillSchool alum. Reach me at simone.alicea@citycast.fm.
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Justin Laurence
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Politics Reporter, Crain's Chicago Business
Politics and Government Reporter at Crain’s Chicago Business. Justin.Laurence@crain.com
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Javanna Plummer
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Founding Editor and Producer, Rwebel Media
Rwebel (@rwebelmedia). Poet. muva of five: Mo’s Mix 1&2, Afro Fest, Chaos and Magic, and Rage & Sage. Journalist 👩🏽💻.
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Olivia Stevens
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News Reporter, Daily Southtown News
Reporter @dailysouthtown/@chicagotribune, forever Minnesotan🌲| @UMN_HSJMC ‘23 | send tips to ostevens@chicagotribune.com
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Chris Jones
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Editorial Page Editor and Critic, Chicago Tribune
Editorial page editor/critic @ChicagoTribune & theater critic @NYDailyNews. Director, National Critics Institute. Author, Rise Up! (Bloomsbury) PhD Ohio State.
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Heather Booth
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Audio Editor, Booklist
Audio Editor at Booklist Magazine. Audiobook devotee. Former teen librarian. Macaron appreciator. She/her
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Sabrina Franza
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General Assignment Reporter, WBBM-TV (Chicago, IL)
Reporter @cbschicago | Newser - Professional Listener - NYU Alumna | Passion for pizza, politics, impartiality 💡 IG/FB: @sabrinafranza srfranza@cbs.com
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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.