Chayka, legally known as CHAYKA.LV and operating under the business name DAmedia, is a non-profit society (Biedrība) registered in Daugavpils, Latvia.
Founded on December 11, 2018, Chayka stands as the only independent Russian-language news source in Daugavpils, a city predominantly populated by Russian speakers and located near Latvia's border with Belarus.
Over the years, Chayka has gained the trust of the local community, serving as a crucial bridge between the residents and decision-makers in Riga. Known for its objective coverage, Chayka does not shy away from addressing sensitive issues like LGBT+ rights and Russia's war in Ukraine, topics that other outlets often overlook or misrepresent.