Maher Kawash
Kawash joined ABC 7 Chicago from KXLY-TV in Spokane, Washington, where he had served as a reporter, producer, and anchor since 2019. During his tenure, he reported on the impact of the pandemic and also contributed to the station's political coverage.
Kawash is particularly proud of having the opportunity to make a difference in his community. In 2022, Kawash represented ABC 7 alongside Chicago celebrities in raising money for breast cancer awareness and research. His charitable efforts helped to raise over $270,000.
Kawash takes pride in highlighting inspiring Chicagoans and telling their stories. Some of his favorite stories include the Mount Prospect community rallying behind Al's Shoe Repair to keep it open through the pandemic and the resilience of a 3-year-old girl from Moline overcoming several heart surgeries.
Kawash is a graduate of Eastern Illinois University. While there, he reported, anchored and produced at WEIU-TV, the Charleston PBS affiliate.
Kawash hails from the Chicago suburbs and is an enthusiastic Chicago sports fan. He grew up in Bolingbrook and graduated from Plainfield East High School.
Maher's Stories
Testimony begins in woman's murder trial for her alleged role in shooting of Bradley officers
Testimony began Friday in the case of a woman accused of playing a role in the killing of Bradley Police Sgt. Marlene Rittmanic and the injury of another officer.
Chicago man accused of killing girlfriends roughly 1 year apart ordered held pending trial
A 21-year-old Chicago man was ordered held pending trial after being charged in two separate murders of female victims.
1 killed, 2 critically injured in crash involving wrong-way driver on I-94, officials say
A person was killed and two other people were critically injured in a five-vehicle crash involving a wrong-way driver Friday on I-94 on the city's South Side, officials said.
3 people found dead inside apartment near Marquette Park, Chicago police say
Chicago police are conducting a death investigation after three people were found dead Friday inside of an apartment on the city's Southwest Side.
2 found shot to death, 1 dog dead in Harvey home, officials say
Two people were found shot to death Thursday morning in south suburban Harvey, police said.
Storm damage cleanup continues after 5 tornadoes touch down across Chicago suburbs
Throughout the Chicago area, neighbors were helping neighbors as the severe storm recovery effort continued Wednesday.
Chicago weather: Chance for severe storms Monday morning as sweltering heat continues
The Chicago area is heating up again and there is a chance for severe storms in the forecast for Monday morning.
Team Spoon defeats Team Coop in high-scoring WNBA All-Star Game at Chicago's United Center
It was a high-scoring contest at the United Center, with Team Spoon beating Team Coop 129 to 122.
Planned Save A Lot closure leaves Morgan Park residents concerned about grocery access
The Save A Lot at 107th Street and Halsted Avenue is among seven Chicago locations slated to close.
Patrick Kane returning to Chicago Blackhawks, exciting fans
Patrick Kane is returning to the Chicago Blackhawks, the team announced Thursday.