Cheri Bustos

News and politics leadership and managing editorial content at NewsNation

Political reporting focused on Chicago and Illinois government and policy

Midwest correspondent based in Chicago covering regional news and issues

Reporter at Capitol News Illinois covering Illinois government. Experienced journalist based in Springfield, Illinois. Engages with community on various topics including local sports and culture.

Journalist reporting for Illinois Public Media with focus on regional news and public affairs.

Focus on public affairs and state government reporting in Illinois

IL Statehouse politics and government coverage

Cheri Russo is a reporter and community engagement professional with experience as an anchor and reporter at WMFD Television. Currently managing community engagement and membership at WOUB Public Media.

Managing Editor at Springfield News-Leader, overseeing content across all platforms including digital. Leads teams of journalists, editors, photographers, and video producers. Experienced in multi-platform media content management.

Human-interest stories and general news content

Investigative reporter focused on Illinois state government and policy issues

Fact-based unbiased U.S. news, TV producer-reporter, podcast host

Contributor to Chicago Tribune's Red Eye and Lemondrop.com, legal copywriter

Editor with a career starting in assignment reporting focused on police, district court, and federal trial coverage. Experienced in city council, school board, and business reporting.

Sports coverage of Bulls, Bears, White Sox, Cubs, Blackhawks, Sky, Chicago teams

Illinois government and politics coverage focused on nuanced state stories

Experienced news reporter and public information director with a background in journalism and media communications.

Political anthropology and Illinois politics commentary

Covers local and state politics with focus on Illinois governance and policy.

News, stats, and rumors about the Chicago Cubs baseball team

Experienced journalist and newsletter editor with a background covering business beats in southern Illinois and the Metro East area.

Official court reporter with experience at the State of Illinois, providing accurate and detailed transcription services.

Student reporter focused on Illinois public media content and local news

Civil rights journalist engaging marginalized communities in Philadelphia area

Experienced journalist and media professional with a background in news reporting and media content creation.

Content creation with focus on journalism and photography

Community investment and civic reporting focused on Chicago area

Editorial leadership at Daily Herald Media Group in Illinois

Focus on local news and editorial content in Collinsville, Illinois area

Multimedia content focused on Illinois regional news and stories