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John Russell, an old-school newspaper editor who demanded excellence, unexpectedly died last week.
As a cub reporter, I earned one of his “goddammits” more times than I can count. Each hurt, but it’d also instill vital lessons.
This is my tribute to him.
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Our Chicago School Board Voter Guide is here! 🗳️💪
All 21 Chicago Board of Education members are up for election for the first time ever. @BlockClubCHI @chalkbeatCHI @WBEZ @Suntimes collaborated over months to produce a multilingual guide.
Check it out: chalkbeat.org/chicago/school…
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We're trying something new at @nytimes: "The Backstory," a newsletter digging into Times journalism and decision-making. We also talk to critics and skeptics of The Times in a segment called "Sound Off." You can read our first edition here: nytimes.com/2026/10/15/insid…
SAVE THE DATE Nov. 7 for @BlockClubCHI's FREE South Side Health & Wellness Fest in Chatham! 💪🎉
👟 Fun run/walk w/ Joabe Barbosa
🏋️♀️ Workout class by South Side Sweats
🧘🏽♀️ Meditation + massages
🩺 Medical screenings
🍎 Free food + baby products
Register: blockclubchicago.org/healthf…
📢 JOB ALERT: @blockclubchi is hiring a FT reporter to cover Jefferson Park, Portage Park & the Far Northwest Side!
We're thrilled former Far NW Side reporter @mollydevore's work continues at BC, as she moves to the Lincoln Square beat.
Apply by 11/15: blockclubchicago.org/were-hi…
This month, a city hearing on domestic violence was canceled at the last minute bc not enough alderpeople showed up.
@blockclubchi readers had a strong reaction to our story. So we decided to ask those alders why they skipped it.
@minabloom reports: blockclubchicago.org/2026/10…
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The relish on a Chicago dog is unnaturally green — but how? And why? Let me explain 🌭 My latest for @BlockClubCHI's "Chicago Explained"
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Block Club Beer is here! 🍻 Thanks to @marzbrewing for supporting our nonprofit neighborhood newsroom.
The beer's can pays homage to Chicago urban animals featured in some of @blockclubchi's most viral stories over the years, and is illustrated by local artist Ryan Duggan.
.@smontemayor has the scoop: blockclubchicago.org/2026/10…
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Come say hi!
South Siders! Meet reporter @JimRLynch + help @BlockClubCHI celebrate its expanded coverage of Beverly, Morgan Park, Mount Greenwood + Washington Heights 10/29 at Open Outcry!
FREE. Trivia w/ @ourmaninchicago, prizes & your first drink is on us.
🎟️ RSVP: eventbrite.com/e/meet-your-r…
South Siders! Meet reporter @JimRLynch + help @BlockClubCHI celebrate its expanded coverage of Beverly, Morgan Park, Mount Greenwood + Washington Heights 10/29 at Open Outcry!
FREE. Trivia w/ @ourmaninchicago, prizes & your first drink is on us.
🎟️ RSVP: eventbrite.com/e/meet-your-r…
WOW! A huge thank you to the staff, volunteers, vendors, performers, sponsors, Half Acre Beer Co. & the 2,300! of you who showed up to make @blockclubchi's 3rd annual Block Party a success!
Thanks to you, we raised $50,000! More about the magical day: blockclubchicago.org/2026/10…
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An ex-Loretto Hospital executive and his contractor pal — who fled the U.S. amid accusations they stole millions of dollars from the hospital — reportedly celebrated New Year’s Eve last year with Ken Paxton, the Texas attorney general. buff.ly/FdB9eRT
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A billionaire’s squirrel-feeding operation is driving Lincoln Park neighbors nuts. buff.ly/5C4lOo2
Incredibly proud of the @BlockClubCHI team! We were honored with two @ONA Online Journalism Awards for our Midway Blitz reporting.
We do this work for our readers, not awards. But we're grateful to be recognized.
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"Yes, pizza too has been drawn into a favorite local game: I’m More Chicago Than You Are."
Gem of a story by @NachosAndLager digging into the origins of "tavern-style"
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In Chicago mayoral race, candidates are turning to influencers hoping to go viral with voters. buff.ly/vbjtbrF
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Speaking about how @BlockClubCHI reporters covered Operation Midway Blitz, on the ground, from the neighborhoods, at @spj_tweets 2026 conference.
Chicago Under Siege, our reporting and lawsuits earned the Sigma Delta Chi and Eugene S. Pulliam First Amendment awards.
One of the best days of the year is almost here! 🎉🍻
TOMORROW: Our Block Party is taking over Half Acre Beer in Bowmanville and we want YOU there!
📅 Saturday, Oct. 3.
🎶 Live entertainment, local vendors + food + drinks
💸 FREE
🎟️ RSVP now: buff.ly/NOj5tIM
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Congratulations to all the finalists, especially our friends @BlockClubCHI @Chicago_Reader @ChicagoMag and the incredible Kathleen Rooney chireviewofbooks.com/2026/10…
