A Fresh Gust for the Windy City
General Assignment Reporter
Grant Hollister has worked in Chicago journalism for several years, covering everything from city hall votes to neighborhood events. Before joining Chicago Gust in 2025, he contributed to regional publications and covered local government for a suburban weekly. He has strong sourcing across Chicago's civic institutions and is known for clear, no-frills reporting. He holds a degree from DePaul University.
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