Corli Jay
@corli.thetriibe.com
(She/Her/Foe Nem) Chicago journo 🖊️Community Investment Reporter for The TRiiBE via Report 4 America | previously Crain’s Chicago Business
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Corli Jay
@corli.thetriibe.com
· Dec 27
Black America’s trusted news voice, @phillewis.bsky.social, complied a list of journalists to watch in 2025.
TRiiBE reporter Corli Jay made the list ✨
@corli.thetriibe.com covers community investment for The TRiiBE, a Black women-owned news outlet in Chicago.
Thanks, Phil!
TRiiBE reporter Corli Jay made the list ✨
@corli.thetriibe.com covers community investment for The TRiiBE, a Black women-owned news outlet in Chicago.
Thanks, Phil!
This made my morning! 🥹
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Tonight was a very bad night.
November 10, 2025 at 3:09 AM
Tonight was a very bad night.
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TRiiBE Publisher Morgan Elise Johnson connects the dots between the election of Zohran Mamdani in NYC and the 2023 election of Brandon Johnson in Chicago.
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TRiiBE Publisher Morgan Elise Johnson connects the dots between the election of Zohran Mamdani in NYC and the 2023 election of Brandon Johnson in Chicago.
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The audacity of Zohran Mamdani and the left • The TRiiBE
How dare they challenge the establishment?!
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November 8, 2025 at 4:23 PM
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TRiiBE Publisher Morgan Elise Johnson connects the dots between the election of Zohran Mamdani in NYC and the 2023 election of Brandon Johnson in Chicago.
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TRiiBE Publisher Morgan Elise Johnson connects the dots between the election of Zohran Mamdani in NYC and the 2023 election of Brandon Johnson in Chicago.
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Your Saturday morning read.
“Brandon Johnson and the grassroots coalition of organizers who elected him say it’s time for the wealthy to pay their fair share, a sentiment echoing throughout America and emphasized by the Nov. 4 mayoral election of Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani.”
“Brandon Johnson and the grassroots coalition of organizers who elected him say it’s time for the wealthy to pay their fair share, a sentiment echoing throughout America and emphasized by the Nov. 4 mayoral election of Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani.”
Emanuel killed it. Johnson wants it back. Chicago’s corporate head tax debate is about more than money • The TRiiBE
Proponents say former Mayor Rahm Emanuel’s removal of the corporate head tax left a hole in the city's budget that was never replaced; they want the rich to pay their fair share.
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November 8, 2025 at 3:42 PM
Your Saturday morning read.
“Brandon Johnson and the grassroots coalition of organizers who elected him say it’s time for the wealthy to pay their fair share, a sentiment echoing throughout America and emphasized by the Nov. 4 mayoral election of Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani.”
“Brandon Johnson and the grassroots coalition of organizers who elected him say it’s time for the wealthy to pay their fair share, a sentiment echoing throughout America and emphasized by the Nov. 4 mayoral election of Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani.”
Phenomenal reporting here by @tonia.thetriibe.com.
Fabio Valentin, who was tapped to oppose an upcoming certificate of innocence for a wrongfully convicted Englewood man, is the same 90s-era assistant state’s attorney named in one of Chicago’s most expensive wrongful conviction settlements.
Fabio Valentin, who was tapped to oppose an upcoming certificate of innocence for a wrongfully convicted Englewood man, is the same 90s-era assistant state’s attorney named in one of Chicago’s most expensive wrongful conviction settlements.
Kevin Jackson was falsely convicted, and now his innocence certificate is being opposed by a prosecutor whose past includes prosecutorial misconduct • The TRiiBE
A deeper look at Fabio Valentini, whose private practice has been tapped by Cook County for a number of post-conviction hearings.
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November 7, 2025 at 7:40 PM
Phenomenal reporting here by @tonia.thetriibe.com.
Fabio Valentin, who was tapped to oppose an upcoming certificate of innocence for a wrongfully convicted Englewood man, is the same 90s-era assistant state’s attorney named in one of Chicago’s most expensive wrongful conviction settlements.
Fabio Valentin, who was tapped to oppose an upcoming certificate of innocence for a wrongfully convicted Englewood man, is the same 90s-era assistant state’s attorney named in one of Chicago’s most expensive wrongful conviction settlements.
Two federal judges ruled that the Trump administration could not suspend the federal SNAP program during the government shutdown. The contingency funds would only be enough to partially fund the program this month.
These Black Chicagoland organizations are stepping up to fill the gap of the SNAP freeze • The TRiiBE
Federal rulings provide hope for food stamp recipients, but benefits will be delayed.
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November 4, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Two federal judges ruled that the Trump administration could not suspend the federal SNAP program during the government shutdown. The contingency funds would only be enough to partially fund the program this month.
Feel like I worked the most stressful shift in my life 😩 life of a Bears fan 😭🧡💙
November 2, 2025 at 9:43 PM
Feel like I worked the most stressful shift in my life 😩 life of a Bears fan 😭🧡💙
Thank God for Colston Loveland
November 2, 2025 at 9:36 PM
Thank God for Colston Loveland
But we still are the goddamn Bears 😪
We playing real football 🥹 #DaBears
November 2, 2025 at 9:31 PM
But we still are the goddamn Bears 😪
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NEW — After hours of deliberations, a jury found Sean Grayson guilty of fatally shooting Sonya Massey in her home.
“While we believe Grayson’s actions deserved a first-degree conviction, today’s verdict is still a measure of justice for Sonya Massey.”
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“While we believe Grayson’s actions deserved a first-degree conviction, today’s verdict is still a measure of justice for Sonya Massey.”
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Ex-cop Sean Grayson found guilty of murdering Sonya Massey in downstate Illinois • The TRiiBE
After hours of deliberations, a jury in Peoria, Ill. found Grayson guilty of fatally shooting Sonya Massey in her home.
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October 29, 2025 at 9:20 PM
NEW — After hours of deliberations, a jury found Sean Grayson guilty of fatally shooting Sonya Massey in her home.
“While we believe Grayson’s actions deserved a first-degree conviction, today’s verdict is still a measure of justice for Sonya Massey.”
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“While we believe Grayson’s actions deserved a first-degree conviction, today’s verdict is still a measure of justice for Sonya Massey.”
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The USDA has since deleted its prior shutdown contingency plan that stated that SNAP’s operations should continue since the program has been provided with multi-year contingency funds that could be used during a Gov. shutdown.
Millions will be impacted by pause in food stamps and other forthcoming changes to SNAP program • The TRiiBE
As the pause in SNAP benefits dominate conversations, the Greater Chicago Food Depository is informing residents about program changes made by the Trump administration.
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October 28, 2025 at 2:42 PM
The USDA has since deleted its prior shutdown contingency plan that stated that SNAP’s operations should continue since the program has been provided with multi-year contingency funds that could be used during a Gov. shutdown.
Most of the conversation surrounding SNAP is centered around the impact of pauses due to the government shutdown, but changes to program requirements are happening soon. Read my latest.
Millions will be impacted by pause in food stamps and other forthcoming changes to SNAP program • The TRiiBE
As the pause in SNAP benefits dominate conversations, the Greater Chicago Food Depository is informing residents about program updates made by the Trump administration.
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October 27, 2025 at 9:54 PM
Most of the conversation surrounding SNAP is centered around the impact of pauses due to the government shutdown, but changes to program requirements are happening soon. Read my latest.
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NEW — Video footage obtained by The TRiiBE shows federal agents pulling Laugh Factory Night Manager Nate Griffin as he holds on to a scaffold.
Bystanders screamed at the agents, saying "Show your face," as they detained Griffin.
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Bystanders screamed at the agents, saying "Show your face," as they detained Griffin.
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Laugh Factory worker detained by federal agents on Chicago’s North Side • The TRiiBE
Two people were detained by federal agents Friday morning at Broadway and Belmont Avenue on Chicago’s North Side.
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October 24, 2025 at 6:02 PM
NEW — Video footage obtained by The TRiiBE shows federal agents pulling Laugh Factory Night Manager Nate Griffin as he holds on to a scaffold.
Bystanders screamed at the agents, saying "Show your face," as they detained Griffin.
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Bystanders screamed at the agents, saying "Show your face," as they detained Griffin.
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New: District Judge Sara Ellis in Chicago has issued an order this afternoon, commanding Border Patrol Chief Greg Bovino to appear in federal court on Tuesday at 10 a.m.
Bovino was videotaped throwing tear gas into a crowd in Chicago's Little Village community this past Thursday.
Bovino was videotaped throwing tear gas into a crowd in Chicago's Little Village community this past Thursday.
October 24, 2025 at 7:54 PM
New: District Judge Sara Ellis in Chicago has issued an order this afternoon, commanding Border Patrol Chief Greg Bovino to appear in federal court on Tuesday at 10 a.m.
Bovino was videotaped throwing tear gas into a crowd in Chicago's Little Village community this past Thursday.
Bovino was videotaped throwing tear gas into a crowd in Chicago's Little Village community this past Thursday.
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FRIDAY LINKS IS UP feat @teoshannon.bsky.social @corli.thetriibe.com @unraveledpress.com @morganelisej.thetriibe.com @colinbphoto.bsky.social @jimdaleywrites.bsky.social @almacampos.bsky.social @juggaloreporter.bsky.social @blackjor-el.bsky.social and MORE!
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Friday Links: What Do You Do With The Knowledge Of Monsters Edition – Lazy & Entitled
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October 24, 2025 at 12:40 PM
At Daley College, where the Food Depository is hosting information sessions across City Colleges to give people information on the impact of not only the gov shut down on SNAP benefits but how the BBB changes work requirements + will shift costs for the food program to states by Oct 2027.
October 22, 2025 at 11:41 PM
At Daley College, where the Food Depository is hosting information sessions across City Colleges to give people information on the impact of not only the gov shut down on SNAP benefits but how the BBB changes work requirements + will shift costs for the food program to states by Oct 2027.
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Federal agents detain a laborer working on gated apartment building in West Ridge from @corli.thetriibe.com thetriibe.com/2025/10/fede...
Federal agents detain a laborer working on gated apartment building in West Ridge • The TRiiBE
The person recording the video tells the agents that the area is "private property.” An agent says, "Not when he ran in here as a felon."
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October 22, 2025 at 6:24 PM
Federal agents detain a laborer working on gated apartment building in West Ridge from @corli.thetriibe.com thetriibe.com/2025/10/fede...
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"Federal agents entered a gated residential courtyard complex Tuesday morning and detained a laborer."
"The person recording the video tells the agents that the area is 'private property,' to which an agent responds, 'No, it's not.'"
#Illinois #USA #Deportation #EthnicCleansing
"The person recording the video tells the agents that the area is 'private property,' to which an agent responds, 'No, it's not.'"
#Illinois #USA #Deportation #EthnicCleansing
Federal agents detain a laborer working on gated apartment building in West Ridge
The person recording the video tells the agents that the area is "private property.” An agent says, "Not when he ran in here as a felon."
thetriibe.com
October 22, 2025 at 2:57 PM
"Federal agents entered a gated residential courtyard complex Tuesday morning and detained a laborer."
"The person recording the video tells the agents that the area is 'private property,' to which an agent responds, 'No, it's not.'"
#Illinois #USA #Deportation #EthnicCleansing
"The person recording the video tells the agents that the area is 'private property,' to which an agent responds, 'No, it's not.'"
#Illinois #USA #Deportation #EthnicCleansing
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The purpose of a writer is to keep civilization from destroying itself.
October 16, 2025 at 1:09 PM
The purpose of a writer is to keep civilization from destroying itself.
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Tap into this budget season must read from @corli.thetriibe.com thetriibe.com/2025/10/as-t...
As Trump cuts vital services, Chicago organizers push City Council to pass a progressive city budget for FY 2026 • The TRiiBE
Referred to as the people's budget, organizers say any opposing Chicago councilmembers are "with Trump."
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October 16, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Tap into this budget season must read from @corli.thetriibe.com thetriibe.com/2025/10/as-t...
A coalition of organizers are demanding a progressive budget in Chicago that combats federal cuts and taxes the ultra rich.
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As Trump cuts vital services, Chicago organizers push City Council to pass a progressive city budget for FY 2026 • The TRiiBE
Referred to as the people's budget, organizers say any opposing Chicago councilmembers are "with Trump."
thetriibe.com
October 15, 2025 at 5:53 PM
A coalition of organizers are demanding a progressive budget in Chicago that combats federal cuts and taxes the ultra rich.
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Friday Links is UP! Featuring @jeffvandermeer.bsky.social @jackjenkins.me @tonia.thetriibe.com @corli.thetriibe.com @katieprout.bsky.social @mulchy.bsky.social @djbyrnes1.bsky.social and MORE!
cosmic horror with a bunch of ICE invasion stories, here we go
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cosmic horror with a bunch of ICE invasion stories, here we go
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Friday Links: What Even Is Control Edition – Lazy & Entitled
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October 10, 2025 at 1:40 PM
Friday Links is UP! Featuring @jeffvandermeer.bsky.social @jackjenkins.me @tonia.thetriibe.com @corli.thetriibe.com @katieprout.bsky.social @mulchy.bsky.social @djbyrnes1.bsky.social and MORE!
cosmic horror with a bunch of ICE invasion stories, here we go
www.lazyandentitled.org?p=162657685
cosmic horror with a bunch of ICE invasion stories, here we go
www.lazyandentitled.org?p=162657685