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
Thousands rally for 'No Kings' protests across Chicago against ICE raids, Trump's military parade
Thousands across the Chicago area rallied for "No Kings Day" protests against the Trump administration. There seemed to be a never-ending crowd of people marching from Daley Plaza all throughout the Loop.
Chicago-area 'No Kings Day' protests against ICE, Trump admin. expected to draw thousands: LIST
The Chicago Police Department has canceled officers' days off for the weekend in preparation for "No Kings Day" mass protests and other planned events in the city, but CPD said it's ready to act quickly.
Anti-ICE demonstrators march through downtown Chicago to protest immigration raids
Hundreds of demonstrators marched through the Loop Thursday evening to protest immigration raids in Chicago. Leaders are preparing for even more protests on Saturday for "No Kings Day."
At least 1 injured, 17 arrested in Chicago anti-ICE protest as more demonstrations, raids possible
The city is bracing for more demonstrations in the coming days as more U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement raids are expected in Chicago too.
Several detained in HSI operation at Elk Grove Village warehouse: Cook County commissioner
Residents and local elected officials said it was unsettling to see a Homeland Security Investigations operation unfold Friday at a warehouse in Elk Grove Village.
High nitrate levels found in south suburban drinking water, infants at risk, officials warn
Aqua Illinois is distributing bottled water for multiple south suburban municipalities after elevated nitrate levels were found in the Kankakee River, causing drinking water to be very dangerous for infants.
Pilot killed, 3-year-old passenger injured in plane crash at Hinckley Airfield, sheriff says
A pilot from Maple Park was killed and a toddler was injured in a small plane crash Saturday just past the west suburbs, officials said.
Jerry Reinsdorf announces framework for potential sale of White Sox to investor Justin Ishbia
A Chicago White Sox succession plan announced Thursday gives owner Jerry Reinsdorf the option to sell the controlling interest to Justin Ishbia, who already owns a minority stake of the team, as soon as 2029.
11-year-old girl shot while driving home from school in Harvey; family seeks answers
An 11-year-old girl is in the hospital, after she was shot while on her way home from school in Harvey, her family said.
7 shot in drive-by shooting near St. Sabina Church on South Side, Chicago police say
Teens were among seven people injured in a drive-by shooting at a large gathering early Saturday in Auburn Gresham, police said. Father Michael Pfleger is trying to help police catch whoever is responsible.