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
Hundreds of pelicans hanging out on Twin Cities lake: Video
Hundreds of pelicans are hanging out on Long Meadow Lake in Bloomington, and it's a sight to behold.
Minnesota State Fair fish pond stocking: Video
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) fisheries staff is stocking the fish pond at the Minnesota State Fair Tuesday morning.
What to do in Minnesota: 5 Things to do this weekend (Aug. 23-25)
The first weekend of the Minnesota State Fair, plus other beloved festivals and much more are going on this weekend.
MN Trooper Londregan cleared after internal affairs review, could return to work soon
Minnesota State Trooper Ryan Londregan is “exonerated" following a state Department of Public Safety internal affairs review of the Ricky Cobb II fatal shooting, Londregan's defense attorney Chris Madel told FOX 9.
Apple River stabbing: Nicolae Miu sentenced to prison
Nicolae Miu has been sentenced for killing Isaac Schuman and injuring several others in a stabbing on the Apple River on July 30, 2022.
Minnesota has a new scientific and natural area on Lake Superior
Minnesota is home to a new area of protected land called the Icelandite Coastal Fen Scientific and Natural Area.
Hopkins man pleads guilty to ex-girlfriend's gruesome murder
A Hopkins man pleaded guilty on Monday to murdering his one-time girlfriend days after he got out of jail for assaulting her.
Bear meets sprinkler in northern MN — and it's hilarious: Video
A black bear wandered into a yard in northern Minnesota and encountered a sprinkler — the outcome was adorable and hilarious.
Apple River stabbing trial: Nicolae Miu's sentencing date scheduled
Nicolae Miu's sentencing date for his role in the Apple River stabbing has been scheduled.
Apple River stabbing verdict: Nicolae Miu found guilty
Nicolae Miu was found guilty on six charges in his Apple River stabbing trial on Thursday, including first-degree reckless homicide in the killing of 17-year-old Isaac Schuman on July 30, 2022.