Chicago Public Media CEO Melissa Bell

Sun-Times City Hall reporter Fran Spielman sits down with Chicago Public Media CEO Melissa Bell, who shares her path from San Diego roots to media leadership. Inspired by her father's news devotion and transformed by the events of 9/11, Bell recounts her shift from law to journalism, including co-founding Vox Media.Bell tackles journalism's modern challenges with refreshing candor—addressing misinformation, eroding trust, and the blurring lines between business and editorial. Her vision for the Chicago Sun-Times and WBEZ isn't just strategic; it's a commitment to community-centered journalism when audiences need it most.