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
Illinois state trooper hit, killed while removing debris on I-55; driver charged, ISP says
A 35-year-old Illinois State Police trooper was killed after being hit on I-55 in Will County, police said.
Holiday shoppers pack stores for last-minute Hanukkah, Christmas gifts
The countdown is on for last minute shoppers looking to get that perfect holiday gift.
Legendary astronaut honored with new 'Captain James Lovell Day' in Illinois
Jim Lovell is best known as commander of the Apollo 13 mission.
Thornton Township's government remains shut down, without crucial insurance after chaotic meeting
The attendance of the trustees created a quorum and comes after months of their absence.
Woman, 73, killed, husband, 69, critically injured in shooting at Gary home; vehicle stolen: police
A man and woman were shot at their home Wednesday night in northwest Indiana, police said.
Supervisor Tiffany Henyard threatens Thornton Township government shutdown
A Thornton Township meeting, for the fifth time in recent weeks, had to be canceled because of a lack of a quorum on Tuesday night.
Logan Square march demands affordable housing from Chicago Housing Authority, landlords
Leaders in Logan Square took to streets to protest on Saturday, accusing the CHA of allowing usable properties to fall into disrepair instead of renovating them and renting them to families languishing on wait lists.
Boy shot by road rage driver after NW Side crash speaks out: 'Broke two of my bones' | EXCLUSIVE
An 11-year-old boy spoke exclusively with ABC7 Friday after a minor traffic accident turned into a shooting while his grandfather was taking him to school. The boy said he reacted within seconds to shield his siblings from the gunfire, while a bullet went right through his hand.
Japan's Nippon Steel pledges to invest $1B in Gary, Indiana pending U.S. Steel acquisition
While supporters suggest that the acquisition reflects the Japanese company's investment would represent a sizeable commitment to the Midwest region and the American steel industry, some remain concerned any deal could create serious national security issues.
Thousands arrive at Des Plaines shrine for Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe opening mass
Thousands of faithful Catholics made the pilgrimage to the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Des Plaines for an opening mass Wednesday evening for the annual Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe.