Evelyn Holmes
Holmes has worked in Chicago broadcasting for the past 13 years. She started at CLTV as a traffic reporter in June 1996, and while there served as a weathercaster, worked as a general assignment reporter, and fill-in news anchor, as well as a weekend news anchor.
Before moving to television, Holmes was a part of both the Bob Collins and the Spike O'Dell shows on WGN Radio. Recently, she has served as a fill-in show host on WVON-AM Radio.
Holmes is a Chicago native and a graduate of Northwestern University. She is a member of the Chicago Association of Black Journalists and the National Association of Black Journalists.
Holmes is involved in numerous charitable and community projects.
Evelyn's Stories
Chicago weather forecast: Storm brings snow, high winds to area
Chicago experienced a blast of winter weather Thursday, as a snow storm moved through the area, with 1 to 4 inches of accumulation.
Video captures sound of gunshots in North Center shooting of retired Chicago police sergeant
A person of interest is in custody, and investigators are searching for a second person in connection with the shooting, CPD said.
Chicago-area leaders hold meeting to discuss President-elect Donald Trump's proposed policies
Some people in the Chicago area are concerned about the proposed reproductive rights and immigration policies from President-elect Donald Trump. Local leaders held a special community meeting Saturday to discuss those concerns and possible outcomes.
Pregnant Gary woman missing over 1 month; family seeks answers
The family of a missing pregnant woman from Gary, Emma Baum, is pleading for her safe return.
Nearly 2 year after deadly Kenwood fire, high-rise residents frustrated they're still displaced
Hundreds of residents who were displaced in a high-rise fire in January 2023 still don't know when they can go home.
Fired cook wore uniform to murder former co-workers at Navy Pier, prosecutors say
Prosecutors on Saturday revealed new details about the man accused of shooting two of his former co-workers to death at Navy Pier on Tuesday.
New south suburban casino, 'ultimate entertainment experience' could open next week
On Thursday, Chicago's south suburbs showed their new casino.
Mother, teen son killed in Cicero house fire; rest of family rescued, officials say
A mother and her 16-year-old son died after their home caught fire on Wednesday in the west suburbs, officials said.
Chicago police officer killed in double fatal East Chatham shooting ID'd; 1 in custody
A young Chicago police officer was killed in the line of duty Monday night in the East Chatham neighborhood, and one person is in custody.
Determined Chicago voters wait in hours-long lines to cast ballots ahead of Election Day
Candidates on both presidential tickets are in battleground states on Saturday while voters continue to cast their ballots.