The Onion

The Onion is an American digital media company and news satire organization headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. Founded in 1988 by Tim Keck and Christopher Johnson as a print publication, it transitioned to a primarily digital format in the 2000s. The company is known for its satirical articles, parody news segments, and humorous commentary on current events, politics, and culture. As of 2023, The Onion reported reaching over 10 million monthly unique visitors across its properties, including The Onion and its entertainment-focused spin-off, The A.V. Club. The platform's content is produced by a team of writers and editors who employ a distinctive satirical style that mimics genuine news reporting. The company's headquarters moved from New York to Chicago in 2013 to consolidate its operations. The Onion generates revenue through digital advertising, branded content partnerships, and merchandise sales. The platform also produces podcasts and video content, including the popular news parody series The Onion News Network. The company maintains a strict separation between its satirical content and factual news reporting to avoid confusion among readers.