Chicago Sun-Times
The hardest-working paper in America.
548,233
Followers
12,660
Following
212,621
Tweets
25.2
Avg Engagement
6,392
Listed
No
Verified
Account Overview
What This Report Covers
This comprehensive analysis examines @Suntimes's Twitter/X presence across multiple dimensions. We analyze tweet content, engagement patterns, audience demographics, posting habits, and network connections to provide actionable insights about this account's social media strategy and influence.
Account Classification
- Account Size: Macro Influencer (100K+)
- Account Age:2008-01-29
- Verification:No
- Location:Chicago, IL
Data Summary
- Tweets Analyzed:3,250
- Avg Likes per Tweet:18.6
- Avg Retweets per Tweet:6.7
- Followers Analyzed:50,000
Engagement Analysis
Based on 3,250 tweetsThe account has a high average engagement rate with over 3k likes and 800 retweets per tweet. This suggests a loyal and active audience that interacts regularly with the content.
18.6
Avg Likes/Tweet
6.7
Avg Retweets/Tweet
60,374
Total Likes
21,641
Total Retweets
Engagement Quality Analysis
Median-based metrics that resist fake virality and outliers.
4
Median Likes
2
Median Retweets
14
75th Percentile
25,286
Top Tweet
0.05
Engagement per 1K Followers
Normalized influence metric
Viral Spikes
Engagement Pattern
Few posts get most engagement
Posting Behavior
Content style and format preferences
Broadcaster
Primarily shares original content
84.4%
Original
4.9%
Replies
10.6%
Retweets
0.2%
Quotes
0.0%
Threads
2.1%
With Media
90.8%
With Links
2.4%
With #Tags
18.8%
With @Mentions
0.3%
With Emojis
174
Avg Length
Audience Reaction Profile
Broadcast
Focuses on original content over replies
0.06
Reply/Original Ratio
0.01
Quote/RT Ratio
Posting Rhythm
Somewhat Bursty
Occasional posting spikes
81.6%
Weekday Posts
18.4%
Weekend Posts
Top Hashtags
Most Mentioned
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Content Strategy Analysis
Based on 3,250 tweetsContent Type Distribution
Content Breakdown
What This Reveals About Their Strategy
This is a content-creator focused account that primarily shares original thoughts, ideas, and media. With original content dominating their feed, they position themselves as a source of new information rather than a curator. This strategy works well for establishing thought leadership.
The 343 retweets (11% of activity) show they also amplify content from others, which helps build relationships with other accounts and provides value to followers by surfacing relevant content.
Posting Patterns & Optimal Timing
Based on 3,250 tweetsEngagement by Hour (UTC)
Posting Frequency Over Time
Timing Insights
Understanding when an account posts and when their audience is most responsive provides valuable competitive intelligence. The charts above show when this account's content receives the most engagement, which often correlates with when their specific audience is most active on the platform.
Peak posting times vary significantly based on an account's audience demographics, timezone distribution, and content type. Accounts with global audiences often see engagement spread across multiple time windows, while those with regional focus may have more concentrated peaks.
Audience Demographics
Based on 50,000 followersThe audience is primarily interested in Chicago news, local politics, and cultural events. They are likely residents of Chicago and surrounding areas who follow local happenings.
Below Average
Audience Quality
37.3%
Suspicion Index
54.6%
Low-Quality %
3
Median Reach
Audience Quality Signals
Lower percentages indicate healthier, more authentic followers.
59.1%
Empty Bio
58.5%
<10 Tweets
6.9%
Mass Following (>2K)
0.0%
New (<90 days)
72.3%
Low Ratio (<0.1)
0.0%
New (<180 days)
91.2%
No URL
50.0%
<3 Tweets
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Try Bot DetectorFollower Reach & Influence
This account's followers have their own audiences, creating potential for secondary amplification.
37,478,027
Total Potential Reach
3
Median Follower Reach
35
75th Percentile Reach
3.2%
>1K followers
0.5%
>10K followers
0.1%
>50K followers
0.1%
>100K followers
Creator vs Consumer Split
Classification based on tweet activity: Creators (>100 tweets), Consumers (10-100 tweets), Dormant (<10 tweets).
26.6%
Creators
13,311 accounts
14.8%
Consumers
7,417 accounts
58.5%
Dormant
29,272 accounts
Follower Influence Distribution
How many followers do their followers have?
Follower Account Age
How long have followers been on Twitter?
Geographic Distribution
Top locations where followers are based (from those who share location data):
1,257
Verified Followers
1.24% of total
11,934
Protected Accounts
11.82% of total
5 years
Avg Account Age
of their followers
Notable Followers (By Influence)
Top accounts following this user, sorted by their follower count:
| Username | Followers | Profession | Interests |
|---|---|---|---|
| @JohnCena | 14,105,182 | Wrestler | Wrestling, Motivation, Self-promotion |
| @jaketapper | 3,165,188 | Journalist | News, Politics, Journalism |
| @Acosta | 2,279,171 | Journalist | Politics, Journalism, News |
| @ScottPresler | 1,365,045 | Activist | Politics, Activism, Community Service |
| @CARE | 1,221,312 | Humanitarian | Women's empowerment, poverty alleviation, social justice |
| @WillieGeist | 877,365 | Host | Family, News, Podcasts |
| @ADRIANAAZZIAS | 857,183 | Astrologer | Astrology, Horoscope, Daughter of God |
| @NOH8Campaign | 801,793 | Activism | equality, bullying, discrimination |
| @Osinttechnical | 697,062 | - | - |
| @JorgePontual | 622,848 | Journalist | News, International Affairs, Journalism |
Top Keywords in Follower Bios
Top Hashtags in Follower Bios
50,166
Followers With Bio
50,831
Followers Without Bio
49.67%
% With Bio
50.33%
% Without Bio
Why Audience Demographics Matter
Understanding who follows an account reveals the type of influence they hold. Accounts followed primarily by users with few followers indicate broad, mainstream appeal. Those with many high-follower followers have greater potential for content amplification through secondary sharing.
Account age distribution also tells a story: a follower base with many new accounts might indicate recent viral growth, while established followers suggest long-term, stable influence. Geographic data helps understand the cultural context and timezone spread of the audience.
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Top 5 by likes+RTs from 3,250 analyzed37,195
Combined Engagement
28,997
Total Likes
8,198
Total Retweets
7,439
Avg per Tweet
Key Metrics for Viral Tweets
0%
With Media
0%
With Hashtags
0%
With @Mentions
100%
With Links
Topical Analysis:
The K-pop group NCT 127 kicks off a brief U.S. tour at the United Center with Glenbrook North High School alum in tow. https://t.co/BTmH57plBw
BREAKING: Brandon Johnson will be Chicago’s 57th mayor. https://t.co/wQtW1jQGL9 https://t.co/hhqc2j9UK3
The K-pop group kicks off a brief U.S. tour at the United Center with Glenbrook North High School alum in tow. https://t.co/Js4O2dAjae
JUST IN: Bernie Sanders to hold Chicago rally for Brandon Johnson https://t.co/NXGNY3dU8d
BREAKING: Chicago selected to host the 2024 Democratic National Convention, beating bids from Atlanta and New York. https://t.co/snPXg3if3D
Key Insights & Takeaways
The account often highlights local celebrities and community events, which likely drives engagement. It shares breaking news, such as political developments, which can boost visibility and interaction. The use of links to articles suggests a focus on driving traffic to the newspaper's website.
Strengths
- + Established follower base of 548,233
- + Strong original content creation
- + Active presence with consistent posting
Opportunities
- ~ Optimize posting times for peak engagement windows
- ~ Analyze top-performing content for replicable patterns
- ~ Leverage geographic concentration for targeted content
- ~ Explore collaboration potential with followed accounts
Summary
This analysis of @Suntimes reveals an growing Twitter presence with 548,233 followers. The account demonstrates a content-creator strategy, averaging 25.2 engagements per tweet. Key strengths include consistent posting and an engaged audience, with opportunities to further optimize timing and content strategy based on the patterns identified in this report.
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