Leon Purvis
From the East Coast to the West Coast and the Heartland, award-winning journalist Leon Purvis joined the FOX 9 Team in September 2024.
Before coming to The Land of 10,000 Lakes, he was in Wichita, Kansas, as the weekend anchor/reporter at KAKE News. During his time at KAKE, he covered the prayer vigil after the unfortunate Chief Superbowl Parade shooting, reported on severe weather events like tornadoes and grass fires, and many big stories and breaking news. He won two Kansas Association of Broadcasters Awards. One for Single Topic News Coverage for anchoring the year anniversary of the Andover Tornado, and best weathercast for reporting on storm damage from the Cowley County Tornado.
Before coming to the Midwest, Leon also worked in Springfield, Massachusetts, and got his start in Eureka, California.
The South Jersey native’s passion for journalism and storytelling all started at Rowan University, where he studied radio/television/film and journalism. During his time at Rowan, he covered the 2016 Democratic National Convention. He interned on nationally known shows like "The Ellen DeGeneres Show," "Good Morning America," and NBC’s "The Today Show."
Outside of work, Leon loves to go salsa dancing, belt his favorite karaoke song, go on walks, and root for the Philadelphia Eagles.
He’s excited to explore vegan restaurants and see what the Twin Cities has to offer.
The latest from Leon Purvis
George Floyd’s family 6 years after his death: ‘Not enough has changed’
Monday will be six years since George Floyd was killed at 38th and Chicago, the same day of the week as May 25, 2020. Floyd’s uncle, Selwyn Jones walked George Floyd Square with FOX 9 and shared his memories of that day and the impact it had on him.
George Floyd Square in Minneapolis is getting a major redesign
Minneapolis is preparing for major changes at George Floyd Square as it marks six years since Floyd’s murder.
6 years after George Floyd's death, Minneapolis honors his legacy with historic gathering
Community members marked six years since George Floyd was killed with a day of remembrance in Minneapolis.
ICE agent charged in Highway 62 gun incident surrenders to Hennepin County
Gregory Morgan Jr., a federal ICE agent, turned himself into Hennepin County authorities on Thursday amid felony assault charges. He is accused of pointing a gun at two drivers on Highway 62 during Operation Metro Surge in February.
Minnesota Memorial Day travel: Gas prices could hit $4.80 this summer
Memorial Day weekend is kicking off summer, but this year, drivers are facing some of the highest gas prices in years.
Lush Lounge break-in: Thieves steal safe from Northeast Minneapolis LGBTQ+ theater
Surveillance cameras captured a break-in at a well-known LGBTQ+ lounge and theater in northeast Minneapolis, leaving the owners facing a major setback just as they prepare for Pride events.
Twin Cities housing: Minnesota misses 3 annual goals for first time since 2022
A new report from the Minneapolis Fed shows the Twin Cities came up short on all three of its annual housing goals, raising concerns about the region’s progress in building homes and closing the homeownership gap.
Minnesota diesel fuel 13 cents from record high: Costs passed to consumers
Diesel prices are climbing fast in Minnesota, and industry leaders warn just about everyone will feel the impact.
Fletcher Merkel honored: Richfield baseball retires jersey of Annunciation shooting victim
The Richfield baseball community gathered for an emotional tribute to Fletcher Merkel, retiring his number 7 jersey in a ceremony that celebrated the 8-year-old’s life and spirit.
Twin Cities women react to charges being dropped after helping ICE officer during medical emergency
Two Twin Cities women are speaking out after federal charges against them were dropped, following a dramatic turn of events involving an ICE agent’s medical emergency.