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Tone Kapone
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Host, WGCI-FM (Chicago, IL)
@wgci 2pm-6pm #LiveWithToneKapone #DishNationChicagoMin #TeamHennessy #Chi #neverstopneversettle ig @tonekapone33 ...don't be scared to be great
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Stephanie Zimmermann
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Investigative Journalist, Chicago Sun-Times
Investigative journalist at Chicago @Suntimes. Expert in consumer issues. Left Twitter for bluer skies. Find me there: @szreports.bsky.social
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Maria Ines Zamudio
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Investigative Journalist, Invisible Institute
award-winning investigative journalist
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Carlos Ballesteros
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Senior Investigative Reporter, Injustice Watch
Senior investigative reporter at @injusticewatch, formerly @Suntimes via @report4america. Son of immigrants, against genocide, se habla español
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Michael Snydel
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Podcast Host, The Film Stage
Streaming apologist. Periodic writer about film, regular critic of everything else. Host: @IntermissionTFS Words: @TheFilmStage @TheSpool
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Tim Healey
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Managing Editor, The Truth About Cars
Managing editor @TTAC. Opinions expressed are my own. RTs are not endorsements.
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Brian Hamilton
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Senior Writer, The Athletic
Senior writer for @TheAthletic. You can’t have a salad without the sauce. Email: brianhamiltonwrites at gmail
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Lauryn Azu
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Deputy Senior Content Editor, Chicago Tribune
Deputy Sr. Content Editor @chicagotribune | @UW_SJMC alum | @NABJCC | she/her | rt ≠ endorsements!
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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.