When Journalism Meets Theater
ProPublica Illinois and Free Street Theater Collaborate
ProPublica Illinois, Free Street Theater and Illinois Humanities have partnered to develop and host theater workshops in rural and urban communities across Illinois to engage residents in investigative journalism. You may think it’s a little strange for a newsroom of investigative journalists to collaborate with a community-minded theater collective. But it makes sense if you know the context of our work and goals.
What We’re Watching
During Donald Trump’s second presidency, ProPublica will focus on the areas most in need of scrutiny. Here are some of the issues our reporters will be watching — and how to get in touch with them securely.
Learn more about our reporting team. We will continue to share our areas of interest as the news develops.
Sharon Lerner
I cover health and the environment and the agencies that govern them, including the Environmental Protection Agency.
Andy Kroll
I cover justice and the rule of law, including the Justice Department, U.S. attorneys and the courts.
Melissa Sanchez
I report on immigration and labor, and I am based in Chicago.
Jesse Coburn
I cover housing and transportation, including the companies working in those fields and the regulators overseeing them.
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