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
Minneapolis PD investigating after officer exposed as OnlyFans model
The Minneapolis Police Department is looking into a Fourth Precinct officer who moonlights as an OnlyFans model.
Bloomington sex trafficking, prostitution sting nets 14 men arrested
A sex trafficking and prostitution sting in Bloomington has ended with the arrest of 14 men, and police chief Booker Hodges not mincing words at a news conference.
Minneapolis council still at stalemate on future of 3rd Precinct
Tuesday's meeting comes after the mayor sent a stern letter Monday urging the City Council to make a decision. During the meeting, a council committee once again took the latest idea for the 3rd Precinct off the table.
Minneapolis residents on edge as judge sends neighborhood burglar back home
The Jordan neighborhood in North Minneapolis is counting the days until a man convicted of burglary is finally sent to prison. Residents are on edge because the man was sent home by a judge to serve house arrest as he awaits sentencing.
Minnesota school resource officers law: GOP calls for special session
GOP members are calling on Governor Walz to convene a special session to change the new school resource officers law.
Fairgoers will see more officers this year at the Minnesota State Fair
One of the most noticeable changes to safety and security at this year's Minnesota State Fair will be the increased number of sworn officers patrolling both inside and outside the fair.
From jail to practicing law, Minnesota attorney scores big win
The life of Sarah Gad could have been defined by drug addiction and prison. Instead, Gad chose to give herself a chance and go to law school. Now, in her new life, she has been helping others find their path to success.
Brooklyn Park murder case dropped: Man freed after 7 months in jail
Benjamin Richardson was accused of murder for a 2021 shooting in Brooklyn Park. But his attorney says no one could pick him out of a lineup, surveillance video placed him elsewhere at the time of the murder, and eyewitness descriptions didn't match.
Minneapolis leaders lay out a new plan for community safety
Minneapolis has a new plan to change how it keeps the community safe.
'A Mother's Love' gives North Minneapolis youth summer jobs with meaningful purpose
For a group of kids in North Minneapolis, their summer jobs are more than just a paycheck. Thanks to the community group "A Mother’s Love" they’re learning about food insecurity and community pride as well.