Chris Martinez
Chris Martinez is a general assignment reporter for CBS 2 Chicago.
Chris joined CBS 2 in October 2012 after working for nearly a decade as a reporter and anchor for WFTS-ABC Action News in Tampa, Florida.
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During his time in Tampa, Chris covered many national stories, including the Terri Schiavo case, the disappearance of Caylee Anthony and the trial of her mother Casey, and a number of hurricanes, including the devastating Charley. He also reported extensively on the Space Shuttle program.
Prior to Tampa, Chris was a reporter and fill-in anchor in Orlando for Central Florida News 13 from 2000 to 2003, and in Tallahassee for WCTV 6, where he served as chief reporter for the station’s bureau in Valdosta, Ga. in 2000.
He began his career in news as an associate producer for WCTV 6 and promotions writer at The Florida News Channel, before graduating from The Florida State University in 1999.
Chris has received numerous awards for his reporting, but is most proud of being singled out for his volunteer efforts. He’s been recognized by the Salvation Army for his charity work and the YMCA for mentoring teens.
Born in Miami and raised in Florida, Chris is proud of his Cuban and Midwestern roots. His mother Carole was born and raised in Indiana, while his father Alberto moved to the United States from Cuba as a teenager.
Chris is now equally proud to make his home in Chicago.
Couple Removed From Abandoned Home After Making Repairs
They were chasing the American dream. One Chicago couple moved into a house and started making changes. Trouble is, it belonged to someone else.
Expert Highlights Danger From Crumbling Lake Shore Drive Bridge
A blunt warning tonight to the City of Chicago: Replace the crumbling bridges.
City Gets Rid Of Loose Concrete At Underpass Where Chunk Fell On Car
Less than 24 hours after CBS 2 reported on falling concrete from a Lake Shore Drive overpass falling on a local family’s car, city crews were at the overpass, getting rid of more loose concrete.
Falling Concrete Smashes Car’s Hood In Streeterville
A big chunk of concrete smashed into the hood of a Chicago area family’s car as they were driving in Streeterville this week.
North Chicago Food Pantry’s Supplies Ruined By Floods
Pastor Trudy Griffins showed off the basement where all of Emmanuel Faith Food Pantry’s food was stored, until flood waters soaked the basement and everything in it.
Northwest Side Neighborhood On Alert After 2 Women Attacked
Even in the full light of day the fear is still there, CBS 2’s Chris Martinez reports.
New Video: Gunfire Erupts As Store Owner Beats Armed Robber
You can hear the gun-fire and see the shop owner bobbing left and right to save his life.
CPD Graduation Personal For One New Officer
They are the newest line of a city’s defense; 59 men and women about to hit the streets as Chicago Police. For Tony Vincent, it’s personal in a way no other new officer can imagine.
Mayor: Citywide Playground Revamp Could Stimulate Economic Development
Mayor Emanuel on Monday announced a program called “Chicago Plays” to rebuild 300 playgrounds from top to bottom over five years.
Owners Learn Their Watch Dogs Have More Bark Than Bite For Intruders
CBS 2 put four dogs to the test and asked police K-9 trainer Gary Tippett to pose as an intruder. Would the dogs attack or fall back? CBS 2′s Chris Martinez reports.
Is Chicago’s Public Enemy No. 1 Dead?
There are conflicting reports about whether Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman is dead or alive. CBS 2′s Chris Martinez reports.
Feds Will Liquidate Merchandise Jackson Jr. Bought With Campaign Cash
CBS 2 legal analyst Irv Miller says federal officials are still collecting all the memorabilia, clothing and other goodies Jesse Jackson Jr. purchased via campaign dollars.
Woman Wants Justice In Death Of Two-Year-Old Niece
Pictures and memories. It’s all Melissa Leon has left of her sister’s youngest child, Layla.
18 Proviso West Students Arrested, Suspended Over School Brawls
The first fight happened inside Proviso West’s lunchroom on Monday. Hillside police arrested 15 students, all of them taken out of the school in handcuffs.
Chicago’s First Food Truck To Cook On Board Hits The Streets
Dan Salls put everything on the line to start his food truck business, “The Salsa Truck.” He quit his job, and emptied his wallet.
Police Search For 2nd Suspect In Gasoline Theft Scheme
Police said Monday they’re following several leads in their search for a second suspect in an elaborate gasoline theft scheme.
Leaving Your Car Running To Let It Warm Up? Not A Good Idea
Two Chicago sisters who normally leave their cars idling so the vehicles can warm up had them stolen Friday morning. CBS 2′s Chris Martinez reports.
Portage, Ind. Cops Regularly Chasing Down Threats Posted Online
One or two messages a week are flagged by authorities for following up, Police Chief Troy Williams says. CBS 2′s Chris Martinez reports.
Most Popular News
- Neighbor’s Dog Seriously Injures 9-Year-Old BoyA nephew of the dog owner was able to pull the animal off the boy, who suffered bites to his arms and legs.321
- Storms Likely On Monday Afternoon, EveningWarm, humid air over Chicago is likely to create some strong, isolated thunderstorms around the evening rush hour on Monday.431
- Three Teens Arrested After Large Fight On Lakefront On South SideThree teens were arrested on Sunday, after police broke up a large fight along the lakefront in the Jackson Park neighborhood.337
- Charred Body Found In Dumpster After Fire ExtinguishedAbout 11:05 p.m. firefighters were called to the 3100 block of North Kimball Avenue in the Avondale neighborhood after receiving a report of a dumpster blaze in a nearby alley.156
- 5 Dead, 18 Wounded In Weekend ViolenceFive people have been killed and at least 18 others wounded — including a 12-year-old boy left in critical condition — in shootings across the city since Friday night.7474
- Woman Disputes Story Of Chicago Cop Who Shot Her DogTensions are boiling over in the Norwood Park neighborhood on Chicago's Northwest Side where an off-duty Chicago police officer shot and killed a dog, reports WBBM's Nancy Harty.189
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