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Geoff Buchholz Named Political Editor at WBBM Chicago


Geoff Buchholz
Geoff Buchholz

Audacy appoints veteran journalist Geoff Buchholz as political editor for WBBM Newsradio (780/105.9) in Chicago. In his new role, Buchholz will lead the station's coverage of City Hall and political affairs, with a focus on demystifying complex issues and bolstering the newsroom's credibility and direction.

"Chicago's City Hall has all the twists, power plays and tension of a great detective story. It takes someone who is an exceptional journalist with seasoned and sharp instincts like Geoff to follow the plot," said Craig Schwalb, Brand Manager for WBBM Newsradio. "I'm excited to see how he continues to build on the legacy that Craig Dellimore left behind and how his presence strengthens our multi-platform political coverage to better serve our Chicago area listeners."

Buchholz, a Peabody, Murrow, and Emmy Award winner, brings nearly 30 years of experience covering Illinois politics and elections. He joined WBBM Newsradio in 2012 and has overseen its Election Night coverage ever since. He began his journalism career in 1999 at WFLD-TV, where he held several roles, including executive producer and senior manager.

"Chicago and Illinois are entering a critical era, and it's more important than ever that our audience understands how the actions at City Hall, in Springfield and Washington affect their lives," Buchholz said. "I'm so grateful for our listeners' trust, and I'm looking forward to being our station's politics-to-English translator and excited to get to work."

Buchholz succeeds longtime political editor Craig Dellimore, who retired earlier this year after 41 years at the station.

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