About Shortwave Chicago / FAQ

What is Shortwave Chicago?

Shortwave Chicago is an expansion of the original internationally acclaimed "Shortwave America", with a local focus on what truly matters to the people of Chicago.

Creative License Policy

Shortwave Chicago content will always be original, and will always seek to use creative license responsibly. Creative license will never be used to falsify details of material found here, unless obscuring certain specific details are in the best interests of those persons or organizations who absolutely require a protective shield for safety and security reasons.

Format

The Shortwave Chicago standard reporting format will be as follows:

Crime / Public Safety

Local Travel and Transportation

Traffic

Weather

Public Health

Quality of Life

Special Events / Special Alerts Coverage. 

Each category above will be covered as quickly as possible. All information will be verified by due diligence and if possible, by contact with appropriate media relations departments. 

Affiliations

At this time, since Shortwave Chicago is independent, Shortwave Chicago is not affiliated or partnered with any other entities, efforts, companies, etc.