Chris Kwiecinski
Chris joined FOX 32 in January 2024 as a digital sports producer and reporter. He writes columns for the website and contributes to the coverage of Chicago’s sports teams that he grew up watching.
Prior to joining FOX 32, Chris held a handful of roles within the USA Today Network. He was previously a Midwest Regional Sports Editor for USA Today, while also serving as a columnist for the Columbia Daily Tribune covering the Missouri Tigers, the SEC, statewide sports topics and local sports.
Chris also spent time covering local sports, IRONMAN Triathlons and more at the St. George Spectrum & Daily News, covering every topic imaginable as a general assignment reporter and editor at the Oxford Eagle newspaper and covering suburban Chicago high school sports for the Daily Herald and Northwest Herald.
In addition, Chris has covered the Winter Olympics, March Madness, NBA Summer League, the WNBA, the NCAA Baseball Tournament and has had bylines in USA Today, ESPN, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Kansas City Star, Nashville Tennessean and Arizona Republic.
Chris is a Vernon Hills native. He earned a bachelor's degree from Bradley University and a master’s degree in journalism from Northwestern.
The latest from Chris Kwiecinski
COLUMN: In celebrating Illini football history, no one deserved a win over Michigan more than Bret Bielema
Of all the celebrations and jubilee that spilled over onto the field as the clock hit zero and went into the night in Champaign, no one deserved the moment more than the Illini head coach.
Don't call it a comeback for the Illini defense: Quick takes from No. 22 Illinois vs. No. 24 Michigan
Here are some quick takes from Saturday's top-25 showdown in Champaign, where a stout Illinois defense shined.
Former Chicago Sky star and WNBA Champion Allie Quigley named to DePaul Athletics Hall of Fame
Former WNBA champion, Chicago Sky star and Illinois basketball icon Alliq Quigley was given another accolade.
FOX Sports lists RB Khalil Herbert in a potential trade scenario: Why the Chicago Bears shouldn't trade him
Should the Chicago Bears trade Khalil Herbert if teams come calling? Here's why they should hold on to the Virginia Tech product.
Where to watch NFL football: Week 7
If you're looking for the Chicago Bears, they're gone finshin'. The team has a bye week in Week 7.
How Lonzo Ball's return to the NBA with the Chicago Bulls looked
Billy Donovan didn't play him in the fourth quarter, but that didn't change the outcome. It was a successful return to the court for Lonzo Ball. Here's how his successful return took shape.
Jerry Reinsdorf is reportedly open to selling the Chicago White Sox
Those who have been calling for the sale of the Chicago White Sox may have gotten their wish.
Chicago Bears tight end Cole Kmet wins NFC Special Teams Player of the Week as fill-in long snapper
It's a vindicating honor for Kmet, whose first reaction to being needed at long snapper was “oh s***.”
Chicago Sports Network: Here's how to watch Bulls, Blackhawks
Sports fans in Chicago have a new destination for watching their favorite teams.
Final Word: The Chicago Bears passed a big test vs. Jacksonville. But are they ready for NFC North play?
The team is 4-2 heading into the bye week when they'll get some much-needed rest, but the biggest question still remains: are these Bears good enough to contend in a talented NFC North?