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Block Club Named Best Daily News Site In International Competition

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Block Club Chicago received the Best Daily News Site award from Editor & Publisher magazine in an international competition. The nonprofit newsroom, founded in 2018 by former DNAinfo Chicago journalists, has published over 29,000 stories, demonstrating its dedication to covering local issues. In 2021, Block Club also earned recognition as the Best Online-only News publication. The newsroom has investigated significant topics, including the conditions at a Northwest Side hospital and the city's handling of domestic violence cases. With more than 40 full-time journalists, Block Club publishes over a dozen stories daily across multiple platforms, including a podcast and newsletters.

The newsroom's commitment to community-focused journalism has earned it accolades like Business of the Year and Publisher of the Year. This latest award highlights Block Club's evolution into a leading news organization in Chicago. Its focus on responsive reporting continues to resonate with local audiences.

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