Mistakes Checklist
Common Chicago Article Citation Mistakes
Published studies report citation/reference error rates between 25-54%. Use this page to catch the most frequent formatting failures before submission.
Top mistakes to avoid
- ⚠Using only the year for dated publications
- ⚠Forgetting to italicize publication name
- ⚠Omitting URLs for online articles
- ⚠Not using quotation marks for article titles
Fix checklist
- ✓Use full publication dates for magazines/newspapers
- ✓Italicize publication names
- ✓Include URL for online articles
- ✓Put article titles in quotation marks
Frequently asked questions
How do I cite a newspaper article in Chicago?
Include the full date, section if applicable, and URL for online versions. Page numbers are optional for newspapers.
What's the difference between citing a magazine and journal article?
Magazines use full dates without volume/issue numbers. Journals use volume, issue, and page numbers.
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