Eric Horng
Horng came to ABC 7 Chicago with a wealth of experience and an outstanding reputation as an ABC News correspondent for "World News," "Nightline," and "Good Morning America," and was also a regular fill-in anchor for early morning programs "World News Now" and "America This Morning."
During his time with ABC News, Horng covered numerous major stories including the 2008 Northern Illinois University shooting, 2007 Minneapolis bridge collapse, Terri Schiavo legal battle in Florida and the Michael Jackson criminal trial in California. In 2005, Horng filed live reports from Louisiana during and after Hurricane Katrina made landfall. On election night in 2008, he filed reports from Chicago's Grant Park, the site of President Obama's victory speech.
Before joining ABC News in 2003, Horng was a correspondent for CNN. He was based in Atlanta from 1998 to 2000 and Los Angeles from 2000 to 2003. At CNN, he reported on several high-profile stories, including the Elizabeth Smart kidnapping case, the Shuttle Columbia disaster, the Elian Gonzalez custody fight and the Academy Awards.
Horng was born in Chicago and raised in suburban Darien and Northbrook. He is an honors graduate of Glenbrook North High School and graduated from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign with Bronze Tablet honors which recognize the top three-percent of college graduating classes. Horng is an avid Chicago sports fan.
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NFL commissioner says Arlington Heights remains in play as Chicago Bears stadium option
Arlington Heights may still be in contention as the future home of the Chicago Bears, according to new comments from NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, who remains directly involved in discussions about the team's stadium search.
American Airlines plane blows 2 tires while taxiing for takeoff at O'Hare airport, FAA says
An American Airlines flight was delayed Wednesday after the aircraft experienced blown tires while taxiing for departure at Chicago O'Hare International Airport, according to the airline and federal aviation officials.
Rolling Meadows residents, officials debate continued use of Flock cameras
Rolling Meadows' 10 Flock cameras have prompted privacy concerns that have been debated in communities across the country.
Woman found guilty in murder trial for role in shooting that killed Bradley officer, wounded another
Xandria Harris was found guilty in a murder trial for her role in a shooting that killed Bradley Sgt. Marlene Rittmanic and wounded Tyler Bailey. Her boyfriend, Darius Sullivan, was also convicted for carrying out the shooting.
College student from Illinois among 2 Tennessee university cycling team members killed in crash
A 19-year-old college cyclist from Winthrop Harbor is being remembered in his hometown and by his former high school community after he was killed in a crash during a training ride in Tennessee.
Cubs defeat White Sox in Monday's Crosstown Classic game; could teams make it to World Series?
As the Cubs and White Sox opened another Crosstown Classic series at Wrigley Field, fans from both sides of the city arrived confident in their teams and energized by a rivalry they say has taken on new life this season.
Families continue to seek answers as more bodies found at shuttered Chicago funeral home identified
Families affected by the discovery of dozens of decomposing bodies at South Chicago Chapel gathered at a community forum to speak with an attorney and learn about available services, but many said they still lack answers about their loved ones.
Chicago Bears executives say NW Indiana 'sole focus' for new stadium, talks with Illinois continue
Chicago Bears executives said they continue to practice "due diligence" in finding a site for the team's new stadium in northwest Indiana. The team confirmed they will not change their name if they build a stadium across state lines.
Lawsuit filed against South Chicago funeral home accused of mishandling remains as more bodies ID'd
More families have been notified that their loved ones' remains were among those found improperly stored at a Chicago funeral home, while others wait for answers. Meanwhile, a lawsuit seeking class-action status has been filed.
White Sox fans in 'Pope hats' celebrate papal-themed night at Rate Field
It was a divine night at the Chicago White Sox game.