Chicago Reader Employee Directory
Newspaper PublishingIllinois, United States51-200 Employees
The Chicago Reader is a Chicago-based newspaper and the city's largest free biweekly publication, commonly recognized as a leader in the alternative press. Founded in 1971, the Reader has positioned itself as Chicago's political conscience, cultural guide, and music authority. It provides in-depth coverage of Chicago politics and serves as an essential guide to the city's cultural events, including reviews and listings for dining, film, theater, and the arts, while also being a prominent voice in Chicago's music scene. The organization is located at 2930 South Michigan Avenue, Suite 102, Chicago, Illinois 60616, United States, and employs between 51 and 200 people. In August 2025, Noisy Creek, a Seattle-based media company, acquired Chicago Reader, Inc.