Chicago Tribune

Chicago Tribune is a daily newspaper based in Chicago, Illinois, United States. It is one of the leading newspapers in the U.S., known for its comprehensive coverage of local, national, and international news. The Chicago Tribune is owned by Tribune Publishing, a major American publishing company.

History

The Chicago Tribune was founded in 1847 by James Kelly, John E. Wheeler, and Joseph K.C. Forrest. It started as a less-than-weekly newspaper, but by the 1850s, it had become a daily publication. The Tribune was one of the first newspapers to use the telegraph for gathering news.

Editorial stance

The Chicago Tribune has a long history of being politically independent. It has endorsed both Democratic and Republican candidates for office. The Tribune's editorial stance is often described as conservative liberalism, supporting both fiscal conservatism and social liberalism.

Notable contributors

Over the years, the Chicago Tribune has been home to many notable journalists and columnists, including Mike Royko, Eugene Field, and Roger Ebert, who won a Pulitzer Prize for his film criticism while at the Tribune.

Digital presence

The Chicago Tribune has a strong digital presence, with its website receiving millions of unique visitors each month. The Tribune was one of the first newspapers to establish an online presence in the early 1990s.

Awards and recognition

The Chicago Tribune has won numerous Pulitzer Prizes, including those for investigative reporting, feature writing, and editorial cartooning. The Tribune's investigative reporting has led to significant changes in government and business practices.

See also

• List of newspapers in the United States
• Media in Chicago