Founder of LittleChicagoGuide.com
Chicago Travel Journalist · TV Contributor · Information Scientist
Chicago Expert at a Glance:
- 🏙️ Local Authority: Recurring Travel Contributor for FOX 32 Chicago.
- 📺 Media Reach: 60+ TV appearances across major Midwest networks (NewsNation, WDIV, FOX).
- 🎓 Education: Master of Library & Information Science (MLIS); Library of Congress Info-Science Fellow.
- 📰 National Reach: Featured Michigan & Chicago expert in The Washington Post.
I’m Jill Halpin — a journalist and information scientist who has spent years vetting Midwest travel data. As a recurring guest on FOX 32 Chicago, I share firsthand insights into the city’s best family-friendly gems and seasonal events with viewers across the Chicagoland area.
Little Chicago Guide exists to provide primary-source travel reporting. We help you experience Chicago the way locals do — beyond the tourist trail and into the neighborhoods that make this city world-class.
From Information Science to Chicago Streets
I approach travel through the lens of my professional background as a Librarian and Information Scientist. I’ve spent years exploring Chicago neighborhood by neighborhood — from the galleries of West Loop to the lakefront of the North Side. My goal is to organize the city’s overwhelming options into verified, actionable data for my readers.
Professional Authority & Credentials
- TV Contributor: Regular appearances on FOX 32 Chicago’s Good Day Chicago, WDIV Detroit, and FOX 2 Detroit covering Midwest travel since 2021.
- Education: Master’s in Library & Information Science and Bachelor’s in Journalism from Wayne State University.
- Fellowships: Former Library of Congress Information Science Fellow.
- Editorial Reach: Founder of LittleChicagoGuide.com, MyMichiganBeach.com, and LittleMichiganGuide.com serving over 300,000 monthly readers.
The Editorial Standard
Unlike generic travel sites or AI-generated lists, every guide on Little Chicago Guide is based on primary research. I leverage my background in information organization to provide the practical details most guides skip: parking nuances, accessibility, and “worth it” factors for families.
Our Human-First Commitment: We do not use AI to write our travel guides. Every recommendation is based on a real person walking the street, eating at the table, and vetting the experience for you.
A Personal Note
When I’m not filming TV segments, you’ll usually find me exploring Lincoln Square or Andersonville. I believe the best travel advice comes from a mix of professional vetting and local passion.
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