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Robert Lee III
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Freelance Writer, Collider
25 | Movie Nerd | Senior Author @Collider | Random Main | @glumbocorpkca Executive | Inquiries: robertlee@thethird.info PFP: @JOEYFIGHTING
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Mariah Rush
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Staff Reporter, Chicago Sun-Times
professionally annoying @suntimes 💌 mrush@suntimes.com
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Whitney Reynolds
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Executive Producer and Host, Whitney Reynolds Show
Taped in Chicago. Nationally syndicated. @pbs
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Haley Henschel
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Senior Shopping Reporter, Mashable
@mashable senior shopping reporter + @zdcreatorsguild + @dcaa + bird person 🦜 she/her 💌 haley.henschel@mashable.com
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Matt Watson
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Chief Product Officer, Chicago Sun-Times
Chief Product Officer at Chicago Public Media, working with @suntimes @wbez @vocalo | Previously: Growing audience for @sbnation @voxmediainc @aol #GoBlue
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Megan O'Neill Melle
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Senior Editor, FanSided
senior managing editor @fansided 📍 Chicago
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Jean Hodges
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Communications Director, American Library Association
American Library Association comms director. Supporting the First Amendment and library workers everywhere. @ALALibrary she/her/hers
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Frank Sennett
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Head of Connect Editorial, Stacker
SHADOW STATE named Best New Novel by a Chicagoan in @Chicago_Reader. Head of Connect Editorial @Stacker. Past: @CrainsChicago @TimeOutChicago @MTV @Newcity
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Mary Ellen Podmolik
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Editor-in-Chief, Modern Healthcare
Editor-in-chief, @modrnhealthcr. Ex-director of content/business editor @chicagotribune. @MarquetteU warrior. Purdue mom 2x. IU mom.
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Ben Strauss
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Sports and Media Reporter, The Washington Post
sports & media reporter @washingtonpost; co-author of Indentured: The Inside Story of the Rebellion Against the NCAA ben.strauss@washpost.com
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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.