The community of Waterloo, Iowa is mourning the death of Chris Carter, the beloved longtime KWWL news anchor whose familiar voice and trusted presence became part of daily life for viewers across eastern Iowa. He passed away at his Cedar Valley home, according to his family.
Chris spent 16 years with KWWL, serving as a news anchor from 1993 to 2009. Although he appeared on both weekday and weekend broadcasts, he was best known for leading the Today in Iowa morning newscast. He also hosted the popular Neighborhood News segment, traveling to communities throughout eastern Iowa to highlight local stories and introduce viewers to the people and places that made the region unique.
Throughout his broadcasting career, Chris earned the respect of colleagues and the loyalty of viewers through his professionalism, warmth, and genuine connection with the communities he served. KWWL remembered him as a cherished friend whose passing leaves a lasting void in the station and across the Cedar Valley.
Chris Carter is survived by his daughters, Sloane and Serena, along with other family members and friends. He will be remembered for his dedication to local journalism and the lasting impact he made on generations of viewers throughout eastern Iowa.