Karen Scullin
Although Karen has lived in Minnesota for 14 years, she took the long road to get here. Karen began my career inside a TV barn in Mt. Vernon, Illinois. From there she went to Greenville, Mississippi, Evansville, Indiana, Salt Lake City, Utah, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and finally here to FOX 9. Karen is a graduate of Syracuse University. Currently, she anchors Friday and Saturday nights and reports three days per week.
Karen has spent much of her career covering crime stories, most notably the kidnapping and return of Elizabeth Smart. She's also witnessed an execution by lethal injection. But the story shes still thinks about the most to this day is when 10-year-old Barway Collins of Crystal, Minnesota disappeared only to be found tragically murdered.
"I can’t shake that one," Karen said.
Karen enjoys covering stories that bring important issues to light and that give people of voice in their communities.
"There are so many terrific groups and individuals that are working every single day to make a positive impact no matter how challenging the circumstances," Karen said. " I believe they deserve to be heard."
One of the most fun stories Karen has covered (other than the Minnesota State Fair, of course) is the 2002 Salt Lake Olympic games, getting the chance to meet people and athletes from all over the world.
Karen and her husband Dan and live in Chaska with their two sons, Jack and Max (Go Hawks!) They also have a dog that is just about the most perfect dog you could have. His name is Boomer.
The latest from Karen Scullin
Minnesota lawmakers approve temporary cut to license tab fees for 2027
A new deal at the State Capitol means Minnesota drivers will see a break on license tab fees, but only for a limited time.
TPUSA reporter Savanah Hernandez attack: Family pleads not guilty to assault charges
A Prior Lake family accused of assaulting a reporter during a protest outside the Whipple Federal Building appeared in federal court and pleaded not guilty.
Minneapolis City Council denies reappointment of Public Safety Commissioner Barnette again
The debate over Public Safety Commissioner Todd Barnette’s future continues as the Minneapolis City Council once again narrowly rejected his reappointment, leaving city leadership at a standstill.
Minneapolis City Council to vote on gun control ordinance despite state law limits
Minneapolis leaders are moving forward with a new gun control ordinance, but questions remain about whether it can actually be enforced.
MN fraud: Walz, feds clash over who should take credit for raids
A major federal raid on 22 Minnesota child care and autism centers has sparked debate over who deserves credit for uncovering the alleged taxpayer fraud.
MN lawmakers press state officials on day care fraud after FBI raids
Minnesota officials face scrutiny from Republican lawmakers during a fraud hearing Tuesday, the same day the FBI conducted raids on nearly two dozen Medicaid-funded facilities across the Twin Cities.
Minneapolis community safety ambassadors hope to ‘revitalize Uptown’
Minneapolis is focusing on safety to revitalize the Uptown neighborhood, starting with increased police presence and new community safety ambassadors that will launch in November.
Nekeya Moody death: Jury sides with Ramsey County deputies
A jury has reached a verdict in a high-profile wrongful death lawsuit involving the 2020 death of Nekeya Moody after an encounter with Ramsey County deputies.
Nekeya Moody death: Medical examiner describes cause of death as ‘excited delirium’
A controversial medical diagnosis is at the center of a jury trial examining the death of Nekeya Moody after an encounter with Ramsey County deputies.
Minneapolis nightclub shooting: Mother seeks answers in son's unsolved murder
The family of Gabriel Mendoza is still searching for justice more than three years after he was killed while working security outside a nightclub in Uptown.