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Samantha Schorsch
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Writer, Freelance
Freelance writer. Bylines: @DailyGrindhouse @EscapistMag @BDisgusting @812filmreviews samanthasch2@gmail.com for inquiries. patreon.com/samanthasch
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Renee Hickman
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Reporter, Law360 UK
Ag Reporter @Reuters | Before: Law360, USA Today Wisconsin | @Mizzou & Fulbright Ukraine alum | renee.hickman@thomsonreuters.com | Signal: reneehickman.88
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Matt Masterson
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Associate Digital Producer, WTTW-TV (Chicago, IL)
Reporter covering education & criminal justice for @WTTW. Buffalo born. Wisconsin raised. @UWMadison. mmasterson@wttw.com
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Rita Oceguera
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Reporter, The Trace
🇲🇽 Chicago reporter @teamtrace. Formerly @injusticewatch & @Report4America Tips @ roceguera@thetrace.org
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Erin Ivory
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Journalist, WGN-TV (Chicago, IL)
WGN-TV Journalist. Living on coffee and rice krispie treats. Join the sugar rush or check out my fan page on facebook...
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Brad Chmielewski
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Host, Chicago Beer Pass
Brad Chmielewski; designer, illustrator, mograph artist, & craftbeer podcaster. CEO/ECD of @LooseKeys. For biz inquiries email brad@loosekeys.tv
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Lisa Fielding
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Anchor and Reporter, WBBM-AM (Chicago, IL)
Afternoon Anchor/Reporter @WBBMNewsradio. Host, "Backstage Chicago" pod News/sports/travel/arts/photo/music. @SAGAFTRA @BradleyU alum, @Audacy It's really me.
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Craig Newman
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Journalist, Freelance
Ex @crainschicago, @suntimes, @bostonglobe, @nwitimes. M Ed social science. Teacher and baseball @amundsen_hs. I endorse nothing. Not @craignewmark. Blue check.
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Allison Murray
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Staff Writer, ZDNet
Senior Editor at @ZDNET. Former: @DigitalTrends, @lifewiretech, and @hydeparkherald. Looking for advice, scoops, and more espresso.
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Hannah Meisel
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State Government and Politics Reporter, Capitol News Illinois
State gov’t + politics reporter for @CapitolNewsIL. 🍋Voted class clown in high school, though I’d like to think I’ve reformed. hmeisel@capitolnewsillinois.com
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Lisa Koivu
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Founder and Blogger, Shop Girl Daily
Founder of ShopGirlDaily.com and OhSheBlogs.com. Mom. Wife. Writer. Dessert lover. Coffee guzzler. Travel obsessed. Bargain hunter.
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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.