Chris Kwiecinski
Chris joined FOX 32 in January 2024 as a digital sports reporter. He writes columns for the website and contributes to the coverage of Chicago’s sports teams that he grew up watching. He primarily focuses on the Chicago Bears and college sports.
Prior to joining FOX 32, Chris held a handful of roles within the USA Today Network. He was previously a Midwest Regional Sports Editor for USA Today, while also serving as a columnist for the Columbia Daily Tribune covering the Missouri Tigers, the SEC, statewide sports topics and local sports.
Chris also spent time covering local sports, IRONMAN Triathlons and more at the St. George Spectrum & Daily News, covering every topic imaginable as a general assignment reporter and editor at the Oxford Eagle newspaper and covering suburban Chicago high school sports for the Daily Herald and Northwest Herald.
In addition, Chris has covered the Winter Olympics, March Madness, NBA Summer League, the WNBA, the NCAA Baseball Tournament and has had bylines in USA Today, ESPN, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Kansas City Star, Nashville Tennessean and Arizona Republic.
Chris is a Vernon Hills native. He earned a bachelor's degree from Bradley University and a master’s degree in journalism from Northwestern.
The latest from Chris Kwiecinski
Crosstown Classic: Takeaways as the White Sox even series vs. the Cubs
Here are our takeaways from Game 2 of the Crosstown Classic, where the White Sox evened the series with an 8-3 win.
Crosstown Classic: Takeaways as the Cubs' offense pulls away from the White Sox
Here are three takeaways from Game 1 of the Crosstown Classic, as the Cubs' offense woke up to put double-digit runs on the White Sox.
Crosstown Classic tale of the tape: Resurgent White Sox vs. Contender Cubs
Here's what to know about the anticipated Crosstown Classic, which had gained excitement daily because of a surging White Sox team and a Cubs team that's shown it's a contender.
Way-too-early Chicago Bears 2026 season predictions from FOX Chicago
Here are some way-too-early predictions about the Bears' 2026 season from FOX Chicago.
There's little reprieve for the Bears: Takeaways from the Chicago Bears' 2026 schedule release
Here are our takeaways from the Bears' 2026 schedule, which includes a difficult middle stretch with a chance for even more games under the bright lights.
Chicago Bears 2026 schedule release: Bears unveil their complete 2026 slate
Here's when and where the Bears will play in the 2026 season, as the team unveiled its official 2026 schedule.
Chicago Bulls are hiring Stephen Mervis and Acie Law to the front office | Reports
Chicago Bulls' EVP of Basketball Operations Bryson Graham said he wants to surround the team with bright basketball minds. He made two of those hires on Thursday.
Chicago Bears season-opener and Thanksgiving games reportedly set for 2026 season
The Chicago Bears have two games reportedly set for the 2026 season. According to a report, they know their season-opener and their Thanksgiving Day game.
Will Andrej Stojakovic return to Illinois or stay in the 2026 NBA Draft? He discussed the decision
Andrej Stojakovic announced he'd be returning to Illinois. He also declared for the 2026 NBA Draft. He discussed the impending decision he has to make at the NBA Combine in Chicago.
Bears 2026 Schedule: How to watch FOX 32's Chicago Football Schedule Release Show
For instant analysis and the full Bears' slate after the NFL's schedule release, tune in to the FOX 32 Chicago Football Schedule Release Show on Thursday evening. Here's how you can watch it.