Melissa Turtinen
Melissa Turtinen is the digital content manager at FOX 9.
Melissa is a native of Minnesota, who has been a reporter and editor in the Twin Cities since 2013. Prior to that, she was a reporter and web producer in Boston.
She enjoys being outside, exploring new places and spending time with family, friends and her two corgis, Ella and Pickles.
If you have a story idea or news tip, email her at melissa.turtinen@fox.com.
The latest from Melissa Turtinen
Lutsen Lodge fire: Owner charged with arson, joked to 'burn it' before the fire
The owner of Lutsen Lodge has been arrested and charged in connection to the 2024 fire that destroyed the historic resort.
MN weather: Snow ends Wednesday morning; quiet and cold Thanksgiving
Snow will slowly taper off toward the end of the morning commute Wednesday, but it'll stay blustery for much of the day across Minnesota.
MN weather: Winter storm expected Tuesday into Wednesday morning
The first snowstorm of our cold season will bring rain and snow to the state and parts of the region Tuesday into early Wednesday.
Brainerd schools are turning down the heat to save money this winter
Brainerd Public Schools is lowering the temperature this winter in hopes of saving some money.
Minnesota-Toronto: How to watch the Frost's season opener
Two-time defending champion Minnesota Frost will open their season at home against the Toronto Sceptres in a game you can watch on FOX 9+ and streaming on FOX LOCAL.
ICE, federal agents respond to St. Paul business; protesters hurt
Multiple people were hurt while at the scene of a protest against federal officials in St. Paul on Tuesday morning, according to St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter's office.
Missing man's cause of death revealed after remains found in vehicle pulled from Mississippi River
Authorities have determined the cause of death for a man reported missing in 1967 and whose remains were found in a submerged vehicle in the Mississippi River.
Restaurants offering free food in MN during SNAP benefit lapse: List
Several Minnesota restaurants and organizations have stepped up to offer free food for those in need during the SNAP benefit lapse. Here's a list.
Minnesota Zoo welcomes Snooki the sea turtle
The Minnesota Zoo is now the home of a loggerhead sea turtle named Snooki, in a nod to the “Jersey Shore" star.
Bemidji teen and baby found safe after being reported missing
A young mother and her infant son reported missing in Bemidji have been found safe.