Mary Kay Kleist
Mary Kay Kleist is a meteorologist for CBS 2.
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Kleist joined CBS 2 in 2002 and while at the station became a “Certified Broadcast Meteorologist” in 2007, the highest distinction in the industry, and earned an AMS Seal of Approval and an NWA Broadcasting Seal of Approval. While at the station, she has won four local Emmy Awards for her work on CBS 2′s broadcasts of the LaSalle Bank Chicago Marathon. She also provides the morning forecasts for CBS-owned WUSN Radio’s The Lisa Dent and Ramblin’ Ray Morning Show.
Kleist joined CBS 2 Chicago from WXYZ-TV in Detroit, Mich., where she had worked as a meteorologist since 1999, reporting the weather for the station’s weekend newscasts.
Kleist worked in Tampa, Fla. (1995-99), as the meteorologist for WFLA-TV. While in Tampa, she also reported the weather for The Tampa Tribune and the local edition of CNN Headline News. Kleist also served as weather anchor at WFLA-AM Radio. Kleist first worked in Chicago from 1994-1995 as a weather anchor for WGN-AM Radio and CLTV.
She began her career at WJCL-TV in Savannah, Ga. (1992-94), where she worked as the weekend weather anchor, as well as a health and general assignment reporter, news anchor, photographer, editor and also anchored the local edition of CNN Headline News.
Kleist graduated, Magna Cum Laude, from the University of Central Florida in 1992 with a B.A. in Radio and Television. She later graduated from the Broadcast Meteorology Program at Mississippi State University.
Kleist lives in Naperville with her husband and two children
How To Help Your Skin Fend Off The Harshness Of Winter
In winter, low humidity outdoors combined with dry indoor heat robs skin of moisture. CBS 2′s Mary Kay Kleist offers some tips to beat the season.
How Women Can Put A Stop To Sleepless Nights
Do you struggle to get to sleep, no matter how tired you are? Or wake up in the middle of the night and can’t fall back to sleep? Those are complaints for busy working women. As CBS 2′s Mary Kay Kleist reports, simple changes to your lifestyle can put a stop to sleepless nights.
‘Esteem’ Device Provides Invisible Hearing Aid
Almost one in five Americans deal with hearing loss and many use hearing aids, but those can be uncomfortable, inconvenient and unreliable. Now there’s a new option.
Maximize Your Memory: Tips To Improving Memory
Who hasn’t forgotten someone’s name, misplaced their keys, or walked into a room and forgotten why they entered? Over the past year, studies have shown that there are ways to remember things better. CBS 2′s Mary Kay Kleist reports on some simple changes we can all make to maximize our memory.
Experts: Sitting All Day Is ‘Killing Us’
Many of us spend our day sitting down, but it’s one of the worst things you can do for your health. CBS 2′s Mary Kay Kleist reports about a few simple changes that make a big difference fast.
New Technology Aims To Cut Down On Drowsy Driving
You know the feeling: you’ve been on the road too long, your eyes are getting heavy, you wonder if you can make it just a little bit further. Now, as CBS 2’s Mary Kay Kleist reports, there’s new technology to keep drivers awake on the road.
Peek-a-boo: Some Fitting-Room Doors Can Leave You Exposed
You’re heading to a dressing room to try on clothes. You usually pay a lot of attention to what you see in the mirror, but maybe you should be focusing more on the door. CBS 2′s Mary Kay Kleist explains why.
Some Turning To Acupuncture For Allergy Relief
The watery eyes, the sneezing, the itchy skin; the list goes on if you suffer from seasonal allergies. Maybe you’ve tried allergy shots or prescription medication. Some people have been getting relief from a way you may not have thought of – acupuncture.
Morning Exercise Gets Kids’ Brains Fired Up For Class
There’s more to exercise than losing weight. It boosts kids’ brainpower, too.
Save Money On Prescription Glasses Online
Americans spend more than $15 billion each year on eyewear. Let’s face it, eyeglasses aren’t cheap and insurance often only pays for a new pair every couple of years. CBS 2′s Mary Kay Kleist takes a look at a way some are finding clarity, by ordering their glasses online.
Most Popular News
- Low-Flying Plane Near Willis Tower Gives Downtown Workers A ScareSomething that happened over downtown Chicago Thursday morning is confirmation that the fear of another 9/11 is never far from people's minds.526
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- 17-Year-Old Girl Missing From Northwest SideAn alert has been issued for a 17-year-old Northwest Side girl who appeared confused when she was last seen almost two weeks ago.564
- Illinois Homeowners To Get $1B From Mortgage SettlementAs part of a $25 billion nationwide settlement with the country's five largest banks, struggling Illinois homeowners are expected to get about $1 billion to settle allegations of fraudulent and improper foreclosure practices.409
- Police Find Body Near Metra Parking Lot In Park RidgePark Ridge police are investigating what they're calling the "suspicious" death of a man whose body was found early Thursday in the 200 block of Summit Avenue near a Metra parking area.572
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