USA Journalists

Dawn Mitchell is a trailblazing journalist and four-time Emmy Award winner who has served as the veteran Sports Anchor and Reporter for FOX 9 KMSP since 2004. Known for her in-depth coverage of the Minnesota Vikings and the popular ‘Unscripted’ series, Mitchell has built a 30-year career spanning New England, Chicago, and the Twin Cities, establishing herself as one of the most respected voices in sports media.

Rena Sarigianopoulos is more than a KARE 11 anchor—she’s a National Murrow Award winner known for her hard-hitting journalism and candid approach to family life and personal challenges. Discover her journey from Youngstown State University to the Twin Cities.

Kelcey Carlson is more than just the Fox 9 evening anchor. Discover her Midwest roots, Emmy-nominated career, personal experience during the Boston Marathon bombings, and how her discipline as a 31-time marathon runner fuels her work in the Twin Cities.

Randy Meier’s story is more than just newscasts. It’s a compelling tale of a relentless reporter who faced the glare of national media at MSNBC, only to find his true, deeply rooted calling back in the heartland of Minnesota.

From an overnight news dispatcher to the “King of Daytime” in the Twin Cities, Jason Matheson has built a media empire on authenticity. This profile explores his journey, his marriage to Collin Matheson, his booming biscuit business, and the personal challenges—including family loss and career pivots—that have endeared him to fans across the Midwest.

Courtney Godfrey is more than just a face on the FOX 9 evening news. After a traumatic boating accident in 2017 resulted in the loss of her lower leg, she transformed from a reporter covering the headlines to an athlete making them. Explore the resilience, career milestones, and personal life of one of the Twin Cities’ most tenacious journalists.

Michael L. Elrick is the relentless investigative reporter for FOX 2 Detroit whose pursuit of the truth earned him a 2009 Pulitzer Prize. Discover the story of the Grosse Pointe native, his career battles, and his life as a husband and father.

For over two decades, Lee Thomas has been the face of entertainment news on FOX 2 Detroit. His career—from NYC reporter to the host of CriticLee Speaking—is only half the story. Read about his battle with vitiligo and his journey to becoming a global diversity advocate.

Robin Murdoch wakes Detroit at 4 a.m. on Fox 2, but she’s also a roller derby warrior and mom of twins. Born in New Hampshire with Thai roots, she’s reported from Alpena to Knoxville. Discover her 15-year WJBK journey, family life, and the knee injury that couldn’t stop her.