Chase Porter is a University of Nebraska–Lincoln alumnus and a professional-in-residence for the College of Journalism and Mass Communications’ 2026 Experience Lab program.

Porter is the political correspondent for Courier Nebraska, a digital-first newsroom launched in June 2026 that delivers people-centered, fact-based local journalism across the state. He previously worked in the Lincoln radio market at KFRX, KFOR, and KLIN. His work has been recognized by local, regional, and national journalism organizations, including an Edward R. Murrow Award for Excellence in Audio Feature Reporting in 2022.

Porter graduated from the College of Journalism and Mass Communications in 2021 with a bachelor’s degree in journalism with minors in philosophy and broadcast production. He is also a 2026 Media Law School Fellow at the University of South Carolina.

In his free time, Porter enjoys attending live concerts in dingy venues, sifting through record stores, and devouring diner breakfasts.