Susan Carlson was born in 1970 and raised in Dolton, Illinois. She attended Seton Academy in South Holland, Illinois, before pursuing higher education at Loyola University Chicago. There, she graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism in 1991. Nearly two decades later, she continued her academic journey and earned a Master’s Degree in Journalism from Roosevelt University.
Carlson began her career in journalism shortly after completing her undergraduate studies. She worked as a news reporter and morning show co-host in radio, building a solid foundation in broadcast journalism. She spent 11 years at WBBM Newsradio, cultivating a strong presence in Chicago media.
In 2014, Susan Carlson transitioned to television by joining WMAQ-TV, also known as NBC 5 Chicago, as a news co-anchor. Her extensive background in news reporting and live broadcasting positioned her as a key figure in the station’s morning news programming.
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| Salary: | around $61,600 |
| Date of Birth: | 1970 (age 48 years) |
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| Education: | B.A. Loyola University; M.A. Roosevelt University |
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| Net Worth 2021: | 1 million |
