Leslie Moreno
Leslie Moreno is an Emmy Award–winning journalist and proud first-generation Mexican American from Chicago’s Little Village neighborhood. A Columbia College Chicago graduate, she is honored to report in the city that raised her—calling it a full-circle moment and a dream come true.
Leslie began her career in Lima, Ohio, where she covered the devastating impact of the opioid epidemic. She then moved to Springfield, Illinois, anchoring and reporting on state politics. From there, she headed to North Carolina, covering the COVID-19 pandemic, conditions inside nursing homes, and multiple hurricanes. Most recently, she reported in Washington, D.C., where she covered the presidential election, major national stories, and the tragic plane crash in January that claimed dozens of lives. Her housing coverage in D.C. led to critical repairs for families after holding government officials accountable.
Leslie believes deeply in the power and responsibility of journalism. She is driven by a commitment to serve her community, telling stories that matter and representing voices from all walks of life.
When she’s not reporting, Leslie enjoys traveling, discovering new coffee shops and spending time with her family and her dogs.
The latest from Leslie Moreno
Magnolia Bakery in Chicago closed after pest violations
Chicago health inspectors found live and dead cockroaches and more than 100 small flies throughout the bakery.
Two girls escape suspicious encounter near Forest View park, police say
Two young girls are safe after reporting a frightening encounter with a stranger near a west suburban park, and Forest View police are asking the public for help identifying the driver involved.
DuPage County rat infestation isn't over, and neighbors say they're facing backlash
Some Bensenville neighbors claim DuPage County retaliated after they spoke to FOX Chicago about a rat infestation.
Family of Mary Alice Love presses Mundelein leaders over fatal officer-involved shooting
A packed and emotional Mundelein Village Board meeting unfolded Monday night as the family of Mary Alice Love and dozens of supporters called on village leaders to take action following her fatal officer-involved shooting.
Chicago kitten killer: Wicker Park man who tortured kittens released from custody
A Wicker Park man who pleaded guilty to torturing and killing kittens is no longer behind bars, and now residents are posting flyers throughout the neighborhood warning pet owners that he has been released.
Chicago content creator Bibiano Ruano's family renews plea for answers in unsolved killing
More than a year after 24-year-old Chicago content creator Bibiano Ruano, known online as “BIBI THE KING," was shot and killed, his family is again pleading for answers.
Chicago family renews plea for justice in killing of Illinois National Guard Pfc. Chrys Carvajal
Nearly five years after the murder of Illinois Army National Guard Private First Class Chrys Carvajal, his family is once again asking the public for help in bringing his killer to justice.
Libertyville teacher accused of using AI to create child sexual abuse images
A longtime Libertyville middle school teacher has been ordered held pending trial after prosecutors say he secretly recorded students and used artificial intelligence to create child sexual abuse material.
Rat infestation cleanup begins at DuPage County property after months of complaints
After months of complaints and weeks of waiting, neighbors in a DuPage County neighborhood say cleanup has finally begun at the home they believe is fueling a massive rat infestation.
Fire forces beloved Chicago pizza shop to close, community steps in to help
A beloved Chicago Southwest Side restaurant is cleaning up after a fire forced it to close, but support from the community is helping the business look toward reopening.