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 Foundation (CHCF) is pleased to announce a $25,000 Field Foundation grant to expand safety resources and training for journalists navigating today’s increasingly unpredictable reporting environment. The initiative is designed to meet the urgent needs of reporters, photographers and freelancers covering protests, domestic conflict and other high-risk […]
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 […]
At a time when local journalism plays an increasingly vital role in democracy and community engagement, the Chicago Headline Club Foundation is proud to announce the availability of up to $10,000 in internship grants to support nonprofit news organizations serving the Chicago metropolitan area. The Foundation will award up to […]
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 filed a legal brief in support of news organizations seeking the release of all sealed videos and documents in our case over physical and free speech abuses by federal agents in Operation Midway Blitz. U.S. District Judge Sara Ellis on Thursday ordered the release of all […]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:December 4, 2025chiheadlineclub@gmail.com Chicago Headline Club response to DHS attempt to challenge the dismissal of the court case CHC brought during “Operation Midway Blitz” and statement by Homeland Security spokeswoman Tricia McLaughlin: The Chicago Headline Club went to federal court to stand up for freedom of the press when federal […]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:December 2, 2025chiheadlineclub@gmail.com The Chicago Headline Club joined fellow plaintiffs Tuesday, Dec. 2, in a decision to drop the case against the Department of Homeland Security, given that we reined in the unlawful interference and attacks on reporters doing their jobs as they covered Operation Midway Blitz. “We took the issue […]
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 […]
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