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Maria Castellucci
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Deputy Editor, Custom Content, Modern Healthcare
Deputy Editor, Custom Content @modrnhealthcr | Columbia College Chicago alum | Tweets are my own / Retweets are not endorsements | Go Cubs!
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Brenton Stewart
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Journalist, CBR
Occasionally I eat an order of Super Nachos so large that it is An Event
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Colleen Kane
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Bears Writer, Chicago Tribune
College sports writer for the Chicago Tribune; previously Bears, White Sox. Ideas/tips: ckane@chicagotribune.com
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Courtney Cronin
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Chicago Bears Reporter, ESPN
Chicago Bears & much more @ESPN, @ESPNRadio host. Hear me @ESPN1000. Prev: Vikings/ESPN (2017-21), @mercnews, @clarionledger. IU alum. Courtney.Cronin@espn.com
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Alison Sider
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Reporter, The Wall Street Journal
If it happens on a plane, I write about it for @WSJ. Feel very free to tell me your deepest, darkest secrets.
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Bob Tita
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Reporter, The Wall Street Journal
Reporter following manufacturing for The Wall Street Journal. Views are solely my own.
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Ben Schwartz
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Evening Anchor and Producer, WVVA-TV (Bluefield, WV)
Evening Anchor/Producer @WVVA Bluefield, WV | Previously: WOUB, WCPO | Tips & inquiries: bschwartz@wvva.com
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Terrell Johnson
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Editor-in-Chief, SWGRUS
editor in chief @swaggerareus | art director @gatorade / @janetjackson / @umg | portfolio: sayyonothello.com
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Caroline Broderick
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Residential Housing Reporter, Homes.com
chi. journalism. | managing editor @ pro remodeler mag
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David Jackson
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Senior Reporter, Injustice Watch
Reporter @injusticewatch | public service Pulitzer + Pulitzer finalist 4 times | former @chicagotribune, @washingtonpost, @Chicago_Reader ...
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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.