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Elizabeth Palmer
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Books Editor, Christian Century
Books Editor, The Christian Century
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Julie Johnsson
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Aerospace Reporter, Bloomberg News
journalist/vagabond/brakes for planes. opinions are my own. dm for signal. email at jjohnsson@bloomberg.net
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Eli Ong
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Digital Sports Writer, WGN-TV (Chicago, IL)
MI native | Chicago transplant | Digital Journalist covering Chicago sports @WGNNews | PFWA Member | @GVSU @MedillSchool Alum | Opinions are my own |
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Bianca Cseke
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Digital Producer, WBEZ-FM (Chicago, IL)
Digital Producer @WBEZ | Do not go gentle into that good night. | Bylines in: @FOX17, @suntimes, @TheDePaulia, @reviewjournal and more.
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Andy Frye
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Writer and Journalist, Freelance
Author of NINETY DAYS IN THE 90s via @atmospherepress. Sports biz writer for Forbes. ex-ESPN ex-Rolling Stone. Political centrist. (Opinions, snark my own)
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Gordon Wittenmyer
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Reds Beat Writer, Cincinnati Enquirer
Reds beat writer for Cincinnati Enquirer, co-host Cubs #ReKap podcast; formerly with Chicago Sun-Times.
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Kelly Bauer
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Senior Editor, Block Club Chicago
@BlockClubChi senior editor. Tips: BauerJournalism@Gmail.com
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Justice Petersen
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Editorial Intern, GOBankingRates
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Sarah Cahalan
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Senior Editor, The Chicago Council on Global Affairs
Alum of @nytimes, @NotreDame, @MedillSchool, and @jeopardy (!) now checking facts @TravelLeisure. Hates warm beverages; loves Stanley Tucci.
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Kalyn Belsha
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Senior National Education Reporter, Chalkbeat
Senior reporter covering national education news @Chalkbeat. Former @FellowsSpencer. Hablo español. Tips? 📩 kbelsha@chalkbeat.org
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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.