Emmy and Edward R. Murrow Award-winning journalist Chuck Goudie is set to join the "NBC 5 Investigates" team at WMAQ-TV NBC 5 Chicago this coming Monday. An acclaimed figure in investigative journalism, Goudie's vast experience includes spotlighting issues surrounding organized crime, terrorism, political corruption, and global drug cartels, as reported by NBC Chicago.

The veteran reporter, after mysteriously vanishing from WLS-Channel 7's newscasts earlier this year, expressed his enthusiasm for the new role, stating in the NBC 5 announcement, the station has “a legacy of investigative excellence.” Goudie's return to television follows his abrupt departure from ABC 7 Chicago on Dec. 31, a move that left many questioning his next steps, according to the Chicago Sun-Times.

At NBC 5, Goudie will work alongside Bennett Haeberle, who recently clinched five Chicago/Midwest Emmy Awards, and seasoned producers Katy Smyser and Lisa Capitanini. Sally Ramirez, Senior Vice President of News at NBC 5 Chicago / Telemundo Chicago, highlighted the importance of investigative reporting and the value that an experienced journalist like Goudie brings to the team, as per NBC Chicago.

Goudie began his television career with a start at the age of 12 in Detroit and has since become a storied name in journalism. His notable investigations have led him to report from multiple continents and conflict zones, a testament to his commitment to the field. His work has earned him not only recognition from his peers but has also secured a multitude of prestigious awards, including a national Emmy, for his tireless efforts in uncovering the truth and holding the powerful to account, as detailed by NBC Chicago. Now, as he embarks on this new chapter at NBC 5, he carries a rich legacy of in-depth reporting that is expected to flourish within an already strong investigative team.