Bret Buganski
Bret Buganski joined Fox 32 Chicago in December 2025.
He is so happy to be back home in Chicago after living in seven other cities across the country over the last 18 years. Bret's most recent stop was in Cincinnati, Ohio as the weekend evening anchor and reporter at WCPO 9 News.
He's an award-winning journalist, including a two-time recipient of a regional Edward R. Murrow Award for anchoring and investigative reporting.
Born and raised on the northwest side of Chicago in Jefferson Park, Bret graduated from St. Patrick High School (Go Shamrocks) and Columbia College Chicago.
Bret believes it's important the public is well-informed about what's happening in our community, the nation and the world at large. He hopes his stories not only shine a light on a problem, but lead to positive change. Bret strongly believes in the Fourth Estate and freedom of speech as the cornerstone of democracy.
When he's not reporting the news of the day, Bret is a distance runner, guitar player, professional wrestling fan, as well as a fan of the Bears, Bulls, Blackhawks and White Sox. If you have a story idea or news tip, feel free to email Bret at: bret.buganski@fox.com.
The latest from Bret Buganski
New aerial video shows two potential Chicago Bears stadium sites in Hammond as questions remain
The Chicago Bears have yet to announce where they plan to build a proposed stadium in Hammond, Indiana, but new aerial video offers a closer look at the two sites under consideration as local leaders and residents continue to seek answers.
Valparaiso student says concussion changed his life as family sues school district
Nearly five months after suffering a concussion during a football practice, 15-year-old Malakai Solomon says his life has been turned upside down.
ComEd urges customers to cut back on electricity during brutal heatwave
ComEd is asking customers across parts of Chicago and several western suburbs to immediately cut back on electricity use as days of extreme heat place heavy strain on the local power grid.
What happens to Soldier Field if the Bears leave? Experts debate future of Chicago landmark
As the Bears consider leaving Chicago, experts and city leaders are debating whether Soldier Field should be renovated, downsized or redeveloped to remain financially viable while preserving its historic and public lakefront role.
Chicago reportedly bid $3.3B to buy back parking meters, aldermen demand answers
Chicago aldermen learned Mayor Brandon Johnson's administration quietly submitted an unsuccessful $3.3 billion bid to buy back the city's parking meter system, raising questions about the secretive process and how the city planned to finance the purchase.
Chicago teens tell City Council lack of youth spaces fuels teen takeovers
Chicago teenagers urged City Council to invest in more free, safe, and welcoming spaces where young people can gather, arguing that a lack of youth-focused options contributes to teen takeovers.
Illinois special session possible, but lawmakers say Bears must provide specifics first
Illinois lawmakers say a special legislative session to address the Chicago Bears' stadium plans remains possible, but only if the team can present a detailed proposal and demonstrate enough support to pass it.
Chicago leaders call for new gun violence reduction department after deadly weekend
After a weekend that left at least six people dead and 33 others injured in shootings across Chicago, faith leaders, community activists and city officials are renewing calls for a permanent city department dedicated to reducing gun violence.
Chicago alder wants to crack down on parents of kids involved in teen takeovers, other crimes
A Chicago alder wants to crack down on the parents of children who commit crimes and are involved in teen takeovers.