Karen Jordan
Prior to returning to her home town, Jordan was a weekend anchor and general assignment reporter at WPHL-TV in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, a main anchor and reporter at WRGT-TV in Dayton, Ohio; and a weekend anchor and general assignment reporter for WKEF-TV in Dayton.
Jordan began her career in Rockford, Illinois, as a general assignment reporter for WIFR-TV.
Jordan has won Emmys as part of team coverage on breaking news stories and public affairs programming at ABC7, and has been recognized for excellence throughout her career by community organizations throughout Chicago.
When not at work, she can be found emceeing events, moderating panels, mentoring aspiring journalists and serving her community as a member of the Links, Inc., a social service organization.
Jordan is also a member of the National Association of Black Journalists.
Jordan graduated from Spelman College in Atlanta, Georgia, with a B.A. degree in English, and earned a Master's Degree in Broadcast Journalism from Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism.
Born in Nashville, Tennessee, Jordan is married to broadcast journalist Christian Farr. They are the proud parents of two children. Her father, Robert Jordan, retired from WGN-TV in Chicago after decades as an anchor and reporter.
Karen's Stories
National Archives and Records Administration to close Chicago facility, prompting pushback
The National Archives and Records Administration plans to close its facility in Chicago, prompting opposition from local archivists and lawmakers who say the move could make historical records unavailable.
Guitar Works, longtime fixture in Evanston, closing after nearly 50 years in business
Guitar Works, a longtime Main Street fixture and resource for musicians in north suburban Evanston, is closing its doors after decades in business.
Former South Side school repurposed as affordable housing
A former Englewood school that sat vacant for years is being repurposed as affordable housing, giving the historic building a new role in the community.
South Side community college creating training pathway for midwives in Chicago
A new program launched Tuesday for aspiring midwives in Chicago.
Chicago Public Schools families prepare for first day of classes as summer break ends
On the final day of summer break, Chicago Public Schools students and families across the city took part in events aimed at helping children start the year feeling confident and supported.
Dead ducks, fish at downtown Chicago harbor prompt calls for investigation
Volunteers with Chicago Bird Collision Monitors say they have reported multiple dead birds and fish at DuSable Harbor to state wildlife officials and are seeking answers about what may be causing the deaths.
Valor Games Midwest bring veterans together for adaptive sports in Chicago
The Valor Games Midwest kicked off in Chicago, bringing veterans together for three days of adaptive sports, competition and camaraderie.
Evans elevated to Illinois 1st District Appellate Court justice, speaks exclusively with ABC7
After more than two decades as chief judge of the Cook County Circuit Court, Tim Evans is now an appellate court justice, taking on a new role in shaping the judicial system from the other side of the bench.
2026 Bud Billiken Parade celebrates 97 years of excellence on Chicago's South Side
ABC7 Chicago broadcast the 97th annual Bud Billiken Parade, which kicked off the Back-to-School Festival.
Missing Edgewater man found hospitalized after apparent hit-and-run crash, friends say
A missing 61-year-old Chicago man was found hospitalized after an apparent hit-and-run crash, bringing both relief and concern to the close-knit group of neighbors who had been searching for him.