News Tips

Great Lakes Chronicle welcomes tips, documents, and story leads that are in the public interest.

If you have information you believe the public should know, we encourage you to share it. Tips may relate to local, regional, national, or international issues, with particular interest in matters affecting the Great Lakes region.

How to Submit a Tip

You may submit tips with the form below.

When possible, please include:

• A clear description of the issue or event

• Relevant dates, locations, and individuals involved

• Supporting documents, photos, or links (if available)

Anonymous tips are accepted.

Important Security Notice

If your tip involves sensitive information or personal risk, consider using a secure communication method and avoid using workplace devices or networks.

Do not submit information that could place you in immediate danger.

Source Protection

Great Lakes Chronicle takes reasonable steps to protect confidential sources and unpublished materials, consistent with journalistic standards and applicable shield laws.

However, no method of communication is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute confidentiality in all circumstances, including compliance with lawful court orders.

What to Expect

• We review tips based on newsworthiness, credibility, and public interest

• Submission of a tip does not guarantee coverage or publication

• We may verify information independently before publishing

Due to volume, we may not be able to respond to every submission.

Ethical Standards

We do not pay for tips or information. Submissions intended to mislead, harass, or promote false claims may be disregarded.

Final Note

Your willingness to come forward helps support independent journalism and public accountability. We appreciate your trust.