Kristin Walters
EngagementAs Engagement Strategist, Kristin spearheads the integration of engagement and editorial processes to maximize the reach of our reporting and its positive community impact.
She builds pathways for Illinois citizens and organizations to participate in the editorial process through events, educational initiatives, community partnerships, and everyday conversations. From her perspective, there are no greater experts on the issues of Illinois than the state’s diverse, industrious, and passionate citizens.
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Affordable housing issues often get media attention when property prices soar due to spiking economic development or when property prices tumble due to…
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The fertile soil of Illinois farmland has defined the state for 200 years (hello, bicentennial). And current farmers and aspiring ones are wondering who…
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The issue of marijuana legalization in Illinois has been hotly debated for years. But assumptions, inaccuracies, and unknowns still fuel arguments on all…
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The midterm elections conclude November 6. Do you know what’s on your ballot? It's not a presidential election, so why does it even matter? What impact…
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Illinois Newsroom holds Listening Sessions across the state to hear what's top of mind for community members. Unlike a formal interview, listening…
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You want to be an informed and confident voter this election season, and Illinois Newsroom wants to help. Our statewide public media collaboration is…