Tim Blotz
A long-time member of the FOX 9 family, Tim currently anchors and reports for the early primetime newscasts from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. on FOX 9 and FOX 9+.
During Tim’s 15 years with FOX 9, he started the very first transportation reporting beat in the Twin Cities and in recent years reported from the State Capitol heading up FOX 9’s political coverage. Tim’s peers have recognized his professional work with four Emmy Awards for best news anchor, along with the Edward R. Murrow award for writing.
Although Tim grew up in Wisconsin and lived for a while in New Mexico, he considers Minnesota his home and is a BIG Gophers fan. Most of that comes from him recently returning to grad school at the University of Minnesota and earning a master’s degree in strategic communication. Tim has used his degree to help some of the non-profits he volunteers with to arrive at better stakeholder insights and brand messaging.
One of Tim’s passions is working with his family to find a cure for Type-1 diabetes. Both of his daughters were diagnosed with T1D as children and that’s led Tim and his wife Susan to become actively involved over the years in JDRF. In 2012, the organization honored Tim with its award for public service.
Tim has also done extensive work with the Minnesota Brain Injury Alliance by reporting on its ground-breaking "Unmasking Brain Injuries" project. Throughout the state, hundreds of people have painted and decorated masks that tell the stories of their own brain injuries that people normally would not see. Each year Tim hosts both the organization’s Walk for Thought and the Strides for Stroke Walk.
The latest from Tim Blotz
How Woody Fountain became the first Black Northwest Airlines pilot
After serving time in the United States Air Force, Woody Fountain became the first Black pilot for Northwest Airlines. His career took him across the globe, and he's now looking back at his time in the sky.
North Branch father donates carbon monoxide detectors in honor of his son
Heating company owner, William Sherk, has been donating carbon monoxide detectors to help save lives in honor of his son who died from CO poisoning 20 years ago.
Catholic Charities Giving Tree raises awareness to trauma informed care with therapy animals
The annual Catholic Charities Giving Tree event in the Macy’s Court at the Mall of America this Saturday and Sunday will give shoppers a new way to see, meet and pet its newest form of caregiving to homeless clients.
Lost and found: Veteran's family gets back the flag of their father
The U.S. flag that draped the casket of Thomas Elwin Elmore has been on quite an adventure. If only it could talk.
Mayo Clinic marks 60 years since first organ transplant
Kurt Brandau holds the rhythm of music in his hands.
FOX Sports to honor Medal of Honor Recipients on NFL Sunday
Look for many tributes to America’s veterans during the NFL games this weekend. But immediately following the Vikings vs. Saints game on FOX 9, the NFL and FOX Sports will air a special halftime salute to Medal of Honor recipients during the Cowboys game against the Giants at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
Small Minnesota city establishing first-of-its-kind park
The southern Minnesota city of Plainview is establishing the nation's first National Service Park -- a park dedicated to honoring those who have served their nation.
Minnesota DNR works with advocacy groups to help those with disabilities hunt
Becklin Homestead is one of the larger wildlife management areas where the Minnesota DNR has been working with hunting and veteran groups to create adaptive and accessible hunting opportunities.
Lakeville officer hit by drunk driver shares story ahead of 'Walk for Thought' fundraiser
After being struck by a DWI driver while on patrol in Lakeville two years ago, Samantha Strandberg is sharing her story ahead of Brain Injury Alliance’s Walk For Thought fundraiser.
Autistic artist creates mural for St. Paul’s Creative Arts Zone
Engebretson has been working on his art for years through Interact Gallery, which uses art and artists to challenge the perceptions those living with disabilities.