Ellen MayerinCity BureauThe Basics of the Illinois Appellate CourtsThis spring at City Bureau, one of our reporting teams is looking into how people can appeal their cases — in particular, how do…Apr 12, 2018Apr 12, 2018
Ellen MayerinIlliNoiseMake What You Need: Introducing IlliNoiseIn 2018 I’m trying something new. I’m starting a podcast to answer Illinoisans’ questions about our state government, how it works, and how…Feb 8, 2018Feb 8, 2018
Ellen MayerinWe Are HearkenMeet the Hearken Consulting TeamWe’re hiring at Hearken! We’re looking for a rad journalist and community engager to be the fourth member of our consulting team. Do you…Jun 19, 2017Jun 19, 2017
Ellen MayerinWe Are HearkenMore Than Fluff: Dismantling Journalism’s Hard News BiasSay you’re an editor of your city’s main newspaper. Which of these news stories do you think your audience needs most?Aug 17, 20166Aug 17, 20166
Ellen MayerinWe Are HearkenPublic-Powered Journalism Isn’t LazyThis past year I found myself sitting at a dinner party with a family friend who is a retired columnist for a Big Respected Newspaper. When…Apr 14, 2016Apr 14, 2016
Ellen MayerThe Year In Self CareThis month I told myself I wouldn’t read any end-of-year lists — at least not the ones about the year’s best songs, albums, movies, TV…Dec 26, 20151Dec 26, 20151