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Walter Lis
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Managing Partner, Chicago Golf Report
Golf industry influencer. ⛳️ Digital marketer. @Hubspot consultant. Founder GolfAid.com, WalterLis.com
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Olivia Olander
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State Government Reporter, Chicago Tribune
State government reporter @chicagotribune, used to cover labor @politico
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Sylvia Goodman
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KY Capitol Reporter, WFPL-FM (Louisville, KY)
KY Capitol Reporter @WFPLNews ~ prev @chronicle @wbez @chicagotribune ~ she/her ~ send tips to sgoodman@lpm.org
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Brandon Raphael Dupre
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Reporter, Crain's Chicago Business
Reporter at Crain’s Chicago Business | previously The New York Times
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Brittany Sowacke
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Photojournalist, Freelance
freelance portraiture & entertainment photojournalist - often covering queer culture and nightlife - member of @womenphotograph + @nppa
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Michael Liptrot
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Reporter, Hyde Park Herald
Reporter @BlockClubCHI, Fmr. @SouthSideWeekly + @HydeParkHerald, @WBEZ + @raceandequity1, Perfectly Imperfect ✞, Neo Soul Enthusiast michael@blockclubchi.org
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Emily Kaplan
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Hockey Reporter, ESPN
ESPN Hockey reporter 🏒 Get my Breaking News Alerts first from the ESPN App ⬇️ Link: espn.smart.link/9v9gc1ioa
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Paris Schutz
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Political Correspondent, WFLD-TV (Chicago, IL)
Fox 32 Chicago Political Correspondent Theme Song Composer. Paris.schutz@fox.com Paris on Politics - FRIDAYS at 9:30pm!
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Jacklyn Krol
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Writer, Freelance
Imagineer, Photographer, Writer, Host, Stained Glass, @Noodlethepupper’s human. 📸🎤📝 Grammys, Pop Crush, People, Live Nation, Walt Disney Birthplace, etc.
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Josiah Robinson
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Host, How Star Wars Is It?
Actor, musician, sometimes both simultaneously. Cohost of @howstarwarsisit and that's kind of it right now. josiahrobinson.biz
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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.