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Hal Weitzman
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Editor-in-Chief, CareerCast by the University of Chicago Booth School of Business
Editor-in-chief, @chicagoboothrev; ex-@FT; my book, 'What's the Matter with Delaware?' exposes what drives corporate secrecy in America
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Noah McGee
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Staff Writer, The Root
@mujschool Alum 🐯 | ATL | I like writing about music.
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Emma Sarran Webster
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Writer and Editor, Freelance
editor/writer/muralist/creative nomad for hire • work in @teenvogue, @NYMag, @Allure_magazine, @CNN, @mic, @WIRED & more • emma@emmasarran.com
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Elaine Glusac
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Travel Writer, Freelance
Travel addict & Frugal Traveler for @nytimestravel. Also food enthusiast, adventurer, and ukulele player.
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Annie Johnson
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Audience Editor, Digg
social + newsletters @money // formerly @digg + @knowyourvalue + @npr 💫 Yes chef.
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Chyenne Tatum
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Freelance Writer, Freelance
freelance | senior culture writer for @envimediaco words: @teenvogue @harpersbazaarus, @clashmagazine | chyennemixer@gmail.com 📩🎧
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Chad Brooks
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B2B Managing Editor, Centerfield
Editor with business.com and Business News Daily. Author of How to Start a Home-based Mobile App Developer Business.
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Declan Harty
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Reporter, POLITICO
Reporter @politico. The SEC, CFTC & U.S. capital markets. @UofIllinois alum. dharty@politico.com. Signal: declanharty.56
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Leila Darwiche
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Data Reporter, The San Antonio Express-News
data @expressnews | formerly: devhub, @medillschool, @sfchronicle, @spotify | avid spotify playlist curator
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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.