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John Garcia Biography
John Garcia is a Hispanic-American working in the field of journalism as a general assignment reporter for WLS ABC 7 Eyewitness News. Before joining the station in 1994, he worked as a co-anchor for KSAT-TV, the ABC station in San Antonio, Texas, for its morning and noon newscasts.
John Garcia Height
Garcia stands at a rough height of 5 feet and 7 inches.
John Garcia Age
Garcia was born in Chicago on February 9th, but has yet to reveal his birth year; thus his age is not known. He annually celebrates his birthday on February 9th, as suggested by his Facebook post on February 9, 2024, captioned “Celebrating my birthday with my favorite ladies in the world!…”
Personal Life
John Garcia Relatives and Family
Garcia keeps information regarding his family and relatives away from the public eye. However, we will update this information once it’s available to the public.
John Garcia Spouse and Children
Garcia tied the knot with Debbie on February 11, 2018, as suggested by his Facebook post on February 11, 2024, captioned “Happy 6th anniversary to my beautiful bride…” The couple has four daughters, Lorna, Tessa, Shona, and Jayda. Debbie annually celebrates her birthday on May 21st, as suggested by Garcia’s Facebook post on May 21, 2022, captioned “Happy birthday to my favorite woman on the planet!…”
Lorna was born on December 20, 2004, and is 21 years old. This is evident in Garcia’s Facebook post on December 20, 2025, captioned “Lorna is 21! Thank you to family who helped usher in the occasion at her favorite restaurant, Moretti’s. First champagne toast at midnight! Gonna be a special day!”
Tessa was born on January 11, 2006, and is 20 years old. This is evident in Garcia’s Facebook post on January 11, 2025, captioned “Happy 19 Tessa! Just getting used to 18! It’s flying by!…” Tessa has diabetes, as suggested in Garcia’s Facebook post on June 19, 2015, captioned So glad my sweet Tessa is feeling better after an early morning emergency room visit. Just a little reminder that diabetes stinks!…” Tessa’s illness motivates his work with the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.
Shona was born on February 6, 2008, and is 17 years old. This is evident in Garcia’s Facebook post on February 6, 2024, captioned “No better way to celebrate your 16th birthday! Happy birthday, Shona!…” Jayda was born on March 30, 2009, and is 16 years old. This is evident in Garcia’s Facebook post on March 30, 2024, captioned “Happy 15 Jayda!” Garcia loves to spend time with his four daughters.
John Garcia Education
Garcia received his diploma Streamwood High School before enrolling at Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa, in 1982. In 1986, graduated with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Broadcast Journalism.
Professional Life
John Garcia Career
Garcia works as a general assignment reporter for WLS ABC 7 Eyewitness News. Before that role, he worked as a co-anchor for ABC 7’s Sunday Morning news from 1995 to 1997. Prior to joining the station, he worked as a co-anchor for KSAT-TV, the ABC station in San Antonio, Texas, for its morning and noon newscasts.
Garcia worked for KXAS-TV in Dallas as a fill-in anchor from 1991 to 1994 before he moved to San Antonio. He also worked at KOAT in Albuquerque, New Mexico, as a reporter and fill-in anchor from 1988 to 1991. From 1987 to 1988, he worked at KMID in Midland, Texas, as a weekend anchor. He served as a reporter for KTIV-TV in Sioux City, Iowa, from 1986 to 1987.
Garcia has been honored and awarded for his work during his career, including five Regional Emmys and a Silver Dome Award from the Illinois Broadcasters Association. He also won Drake University’s Young Alumni Achievement Award. In addition, he received Best Spot News honors from the Northwest Broadcasters Association. The Associated Press has also recognized him through its Best Series award. Moreover, he won the Dallas Katie Spot News Award.
Besides his broadcasting work, Garcia is involved with the community as a board member of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Moreover, he serves as a member of the National Association of Hispanic Journalists and the Chicago Association of Hispanic Journalists.
Garcia, an avid runner, has completed various marathons, including the Chicago and Boston marathons. He previously worked as the president of the Drake University Journalism National Alumni Board. In addition to that, he volunteered for the Respiratory Health Association and the ‘Character Counts’ program in Elmhurst.
John Garcia Net Worth
Garcia has garnered a net worth ranging from $1 million to $6 million during his successful career as a journalist.
John Garcia Salary
Garcia receives an approximate annual salary of $110, 000, which he earns working as a general assignment reporter for WLS ABC 7 Eyewitness News.
John Garcia Social Media
Garcia has active social media platforms, i.e., Facebook, X(previously Twitter), and Instagram. He has a following of over 6.9K on Facebook, over 1.8K on Instagram, and over 300 on X.