Natalie Bomke Biography
Natalie Bomke is a skilled American broadcast journalist who has made a name for herself, even snagging an Emmy nomination. She’s best known as a co-anchor for Good Day Chicago on FOX 32, right in the heart of Chicago, Illinois. Natalie joined the FOX 32 family in September 2013, but before that, she was busy as a morning news anchor and reporter at KRIV FOX 26 in Houston, Texas.
Natalie Bomke Age
As of 2026, Natalie is 43 years old. She was born in 1982 in Chicago, Illinois, United States. Her exact birth date is still being confirmed.
Natalie Bomke Education
She earned her Bachelor of Science in Broadcast Journalism, with a focus on Political Science, from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
Natalie Bomke Nationality and Ethnicity
Born and raised in Chicago, Illinois, Natalie is an American citizen by birth. She identifies as part of the White-American ethnicity.
Natalie Bomke Height
Natalie stands at about 5 feet 6 inches (1.68 m) tall. We’ll update her body measurements soon.
Natalie Bomke Family
Natalie is the daughter of Sally and Larry Bomke. Her father, Larry, is a former State senator who retired from politics in 2013, while her mother is a substitute teacher at Franklin Middle School. She also has a brother named Wulf, who serves as a police officer at Springfield Park District.
Natalie Bomke Husband
Natalie is happily married to her husband, Ed Swiderski, who is not only a TV personality but also a marketing technology executive. They tied the knot in a lovely wedding ceremony back in 2015, surrounded by their family and close friends.
Natalie Bomke FOX 32
Currently, she serves as a news anchor and reporter at FOX 32 in Chicago, Illinois, a position she took on in September 2022. Natalie’s broadcasting journey began in Central Illinois, where she worked as a morning anchor and reporter for WICD-TV in Champaign and WICS-TV in her hometown of Springfield.
She later co-anchored for FOX40 Live Morning News in Sacramento, California, and FOX26 Morning News in Houston, Texas.
In the vibrant city of Chicago, Natalie found a deep passion for highlighting the Special Olympics and its incredible athletes. This cause is particularly close to her heart, as her cousin, Theresa, is a former Special Olympian. Natalie generously dedicates her time to host events for organizations like PAWS Chicago, Treehouse Humane Society, and Harmony House for Cats.
While in Sacramento, she adopted a furry friend named Mr. Bill from the Sacramento SPCA. After marrying Ed in 2015 in Chicago, she also became the proud owner of a lovable Goldendoodle named Charlie. Their family grew with the birth of their daughter, Olive Mae.
Natalie’s hard work and dedication haven’t gone unnoticed. She received the prestigious Chicago Headline Club Peter Lisagor Award for her outstanding coverage of the dental care issues faced by military veterans. Throughout her career, she has consistently shown her commitment to her craft and the community.
Natalie Bomke Salary and Net Worth
As a FOX 32 news reporter and anchor, Natalie brings home an estimated annual salary of around $95,000.
When it comes to her net worth, Natalie is an accomplished American broadcast journalist, anchor, and reporter, boasting an estimated worth of $1 million.