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 […]
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 […]
The Chicago Headline Club’s board of directors applauds the decision by U.S. District Judge Sara Ellis to issue a preliminary injunction designed to prevent further abuses by federal immigration agents against the press covering “Operation Midway Blitz.” “Press freedom is a precious constitutional right, and we refuse to back down […]
The Chicago Headline Club took home three top honors at the Society of Professional Journalists‘ 2025 MediaFest, which took place in Washington, D.C., Oct. 15 to 18. The trio of 2025 awards includes: “The Chicago Headline Club is honored to receive those awards. They reflect the work of so many […]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:October 8, 2025chiheadlineclub@gmail.com The Chicago Headline Club and other local media outlets and organizations hailed a victory from a federal judge for upholding the right for journalists to do their jobs without facing unprovoked attacks from federal agents. The club took legal action following multiple examples of federal agents assaulting […]
Supporting Safe and Responsible Reporting Across Chicagoland APPLY NOW Why This Fund Matters The Chicago Headline Club Foundation has launched the Essential Equipment Fund to help independent and freelance journalists report safely and effectively on issues in the public interest throughout the Chicago metropolitan area. This fund provides limited financial […]
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