Learn more about our speakers and get your tickets for FOIA Fest today! 8:30 a.m. ｜Check in 9 a.m. ｜ Welcome remarks, Skyline Suite Shruti Singh, VP of FOIA, Headline Club 9:05 a.m. ｜Keynote interview Keynote interview: Jason Leopold and Matt Topic We’ll kick off FOIA Fest with a live […]
FOIA Fest is the Chicago Headline Club’s signature event dedicated to public records reporting. This year, it’s Saturday, March 21 (you can still get tickets). Ahead of the annual public records conference, FOIA Fest speakers shared their best tips for filing FOIA requests and other in-depth, investigative reporting. Maya Dukmasova, […]
FOIA Fest is the Chicago Headline Club’s signature event dedicated to public records reporting. This year, it’s Saturday, March 21 (you can still get tickets). Ahead of the annual public records conference, FOIA Fest speakers shared their best tips for filing FOIA requests and other in-depth, investigative reporting. Maya Dukmasova, […]
As the journalism industry rapidly evolves and as threats to press freedom escalate, accountability journalism continues to be critical to a healthy democracy. FOIA Fest equips journalists with the practical skills, tips and strategy necessary to successfully leverage the Freedom of Information Act and other investigative tactics in their reporting. […]
The Chicago Headline Club is thrilled to share the lineup of speakers for FOIA Fest 2026. This is a list of speakers who have shared their biographies ahead of time. Review ahead of the conference to prepare. Find the full program here and get your ticket here. Jeff Arnold, National […]
Winners will be announced on Saturday, March 21 at FOIA Fest The Chicago Headline Club is thrilled to announce the finalists for its inaugural A-Mark Prize for Investigative Editing and Reporting and its annual Watchdog Award for Public Interest. The A-Mark Prize honors one or more reporters and editors who […]
The Chicago Headline Club and the Investigative Project on Race and Equity are accepting applications for the 2026 FOIA Fest Boot Camp, a four-month training and mentorship program for Chicago-based reporters. We seek diverse, talented early career applicants committed to equity-focused journalism who want guidance in accountability reporting. Applicants must […]
On Saturday, March 21, FOIA Fest will equip journalists with the practical skills, tips and strategy necessary to successfully leverage the Freedom of Information Act and other investigative tactics in their reporting.The annual public records conference will include pressing conversations about the legal challenges and limitations to information that newsrooms […]
The Chicago Headline Club is excited to announce that nominations are now open for the Chicago Headline Club’s 2025 journalism awards — including a new way to honor Chicago editors. While planning your entries, be sure to note the varying nomination deadlines for each award type. The Club is thrilled […]
The Chicago Headline Club hosts the Chicago Media Career Fair every fall. This is a resource page designed to help continue members and attendee’s professional and care development beyond the event day itself. Chicago Media Career Fair 2025 Schedule Get involved with the Chicago Headline Club Chicago-area Journalism Professional Organizations […]
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