Stephanie Wade
Wade currently works as a morning reporter and fill-in traffic anchor on ABC 7's Morning Show.
Since being at ABC 7, she's covered major court cases, including former Ald. Ed Burke, singer R. Kelly and actor Jussie Smollett - to name a few. Her passion is covering local government and breaking news.
Before Chicago, Wade worked in Indianapolis for five years as an investigative reporter. State leaders credited her series of reports on high infant and maternal mortality rates with helping change legislation in Indiana. Before that, she worked in her hometown of Toledo, Ohio. (Go Bucks!)
Wade is a graduate of DePaul University, where she currently holds a position on the Young Professionals Advisory Board for the College of Communication. She was also named their 2016 Journalism Outstanding Achievement & Leadership Award recipient.
Wade volunteers as a "Big Sister" with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metropolitan Chicago. When she's not working, she loves to try different exercise classes around town, get outdoors for a hike, and explore the ever-growing restaurant scene in Chicago.
A big "foodie," Wade is always looking for new restaurant suggestions in the Windy City!
Email: Stephanie.X.Wade@abc.com
Twitter: @stephmwade
Instagram: @stephmwade
Stephanie's Stories
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Chicago Bears top draft pick Dillon Thieneman is headed to Chicago. The highly-touted safety was introduced at Halas Hall Friday, as the Bears continued to make more picks in the next rounds of the 2026 NFL Draft.
Arlington Heights Bears fans cheer as 'megaprojects' stadium bill passes Illinois House
A big step was made regarding Bears stadium infrastructure funding, but there's still a long way to go for the team to commit to staying in Illinois.
'Megaprojects' bill passes Illinois House, Bears say changes needed for Arlington Heights stadium
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Riders react to CTA plan to replace unarmed security guards with police officers
The CTA said it's moving in a new direction to keep passengers safe.
Overseas officials warn of jet fuel shortage as feds order 300 daily flight cuts at O'Hare
Transportation experts say travelers will likely receive emails or travel vouchers soon, offering accommodation as flight schedules shift in the coming months.
Man shot, killed in struggle with Illinois State Police troopers on South Side, officials say
A person died after a shooting on Chicago's South Side involving Illinois State Police troopers Wednesday night, ISP said.
Chicago weather: Severe Thunderstorm Watch for much of area, strong storms possible
More rain and storms are in the forecast for the Chicago area Wednesday.
Man charged with murdering his 88-year-old mother in Roseland ordered detained pending trial
A man charged with the murder of his 88-year-old mother and concealing her body in a rug appeared in court Friday. Prosecutors said he presents a danger to the community.
Ax-wielding man vandalizes firefighters' cars days after vehicles hit near other station: union rep
Friday morning marked the second time someone targeted a South Side firehouse this week.
West Side fire leaves man dead, 2 injured, including 4-year-old, Chicago police say
A man was found dead after an apartment building fire that injured two others, including a four-year-old child, Thursday morning, Chicago police said.