Editorial Policy for ChiCitySports
Mission Statement
ChiCitySports is dedicated to delivering high-quality, engaging, and accurate content focused on Chicago sports teams, athletes, and events. Our mission is to inform, entertain, and foster a passionate community of sports fans through insightful analysis, breaking news, and in-depth features.
Editorial Standards
Accuracy and Fact-Checking
- All content published on ChiCitySports must be thoroughly researched and fact-checked to ensure accuracy.
- Sources must be credible, including official team statements, verified media reports, or direct interviews.
- Any errors identified post-publication will be promptly corrected, with a transparent correction note appended to the article.
Independence and Objectivity
- Our editorial content is independent of external influences, including advertisers, sponsors, or team affiliations.
- Writers and editors are expected to disclose any potential conflicts of interest, such as personal relationships with athletes, teams, or organizations covered.
Fairness and Balance
- We strive to present all perspectives fairly, especially in controversial or sensitive topics related to Chicago sports.
- We are committed to respectful and inclusive language, avoiding stereotypes or discriminatory content.
Content Creation Process
Originality
- All content must be original or properly attributed to its source. Plagiarism is strictly prohibited.
- Quotes, statistics, or data from external sources must be credited with links to the original material when possible.
- Guest contributions or syndicated content will be clearly marked and vetted for quality and alignment with our standards.
Editorial Review
- Every piece of content undergoes a review process by our editorial team to ensure adherence to our standards of accuracy, clarity, and style.
- Breaking news articles may be published with an expedited review but will be updated as additional information becomes available.
- Writers are encouraged to pitch ideas that align with our audience’s interests, including game recaps, player profiles, and fan culture stories.
Community Engagement
- We value our readers’ feedback and encourage interaction through comments, social media, and direct correspondence.
- Reader submissions, such as fan opinions or photos, may be featured with permission and proper attribution.
- We moderate comments to maintain a respectful and constructive environment, removing any content that violates our community guidelines (e.g., hate speech, harassment, or spam).
Transparency
- Sponsored content or advertisements will be clearly labeled as such to distinguish them from editorial content.
- Any partnerships with Chicago sports teams or organizations will be disclosed to maintain trust with our audience.
- Updates or corrections to articles will be noted at the bottom of the piece, including the date and nature of the change.
Ethical Guidelines
- Writers and editors must adhere to journalistic ethics, including respecting the privacy of individuals unless information is publicly relevant.
- We do not pay for interviews or exclusive access to ensure impartiality.
- Personal attacks, defamation, or unverified rumors will not be published as fact.
Commitment to Chicago Sports Fans
ChiCitySports is built for the passionate fans of Chicago’s sports teams, from the Bears to the Bulls, Blackhawks, Cubs, White Sox, and beyond. We aim to capture the spirit of the city’s sports culture while upholding the highest standards of journalism. Our editorial policy is a living document, subject to periodic review to reflect evolving industry standards and reader expectations.
For questions or feedback about our editorial policy, please contact us here.