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Jonah Newman
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Managing Editor, Injustice Watch
Not really over here anymore. Find me on BlueSky, same handle. Managing editor, @injusticewatch. Past: @pacificstand @chicagoreporter @chronicle.
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Jocelyn Allison
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Assistant Managing Editor, News, Crain's Chicago Business
Assistant Managing Editor @CrainsChicago. Former @chicagotribune @ChiTribBiz @Law360. R/Ts are not endorsements. Opinions are my own. Go Irish ☘️
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Ariel Cheung
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Editorial Director, City Bureau
Editorial director at @city_bureau. @aaja_chicago board. she/her. Certified cat lady & @chicagosky fan girly. l’m on bluesky now @missprint.bsky.social.
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Sarah Conway
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Senior Reporter and Special Projects Manager, City Bureau
🔍 Pulitzer-prize winning investigative reporter writing on survival in Chicago ✉️ sarah.conway6@gmail.com 🧩DM for Signal
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Kelli Duncan
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Reporter, The Real Deal
Pulitzer Center Reporting Fellow, | formerly @IllinoisAnswers, @VailDaily, @nwherald. kelliannduncan2023@u.northwestern.edu
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Maia Spoto
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California Courts Reporter, Bloomberg Law
LA-based reporter writing about lawsuits & courts @blaw. was @texastribune @chalkbeatchi @thedailynu. mspoto at bloombergindustry dot com they/them
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Eboo Patel
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Founder and President, Interfaith America
President, Interfaith America. Follow @InterfaithUSA. Author, ‘We Need To Build’. Podcast: bit.ly/3Eh7Hwr. media@interfaithamerica.org
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Rosemary Sobol
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Assistant City Editor, Chicago Sun-Times
Assistant City Editor - @Suntimes + New Mommy (She's 3 now!) 👶 Alum: @ChicagoTribune, @LoyolaChicago, Loyola Rome Center
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Chris Sweda
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Staff Photographer, Chicago Tribune
Chicago Tribune photojournalist since 2009.
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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.