
Lori Pinson
Lori Pinson is an award-winning meteorologist on FOX 2 providing weather Saturday through Wednesday mornings. She holds both the American Meteorological Society’s Certified Broadcast Seal of Approval and the National Weather Association’s Seal of Approval, Pinson’s post-graduate work includes studying at Johns Hopkins University for Environmental Science and Policy.
Lori received the coveted Emmy award for creating an inclusive on-air weathercast for the deaf and is a recent recipient of the Michigan Association of Broadcasters Best Weather award and Best Use of New Media award for her Emmy nominated online series "Lori’s Science Corner", created in collaboration with the National Science Teaching Association. Her original award-winning series, "Lori’s Hidden Michigan" spotlights the state’s little-known treasures.
Combining science and journalism, Lori won numerous Associated Press and Society of Professional Journalist awards, was named the National Weather Association Broadcaster of the Year and was most recently honored with the Salute to Excellence award from the National Society of Black Journalists.
Though Detroit is home, Lori was a Chief Meteorologist in Baltimore before working in Pennsylvania, DC, and Ohio and as a national science correspondent for the London-based network ITN.
When not on the air, Lori renovates antique furniture, is a Lector at church, and works tirelessly in her community, lending her voice and time to numerous charities and causes.
The latest from Lori Pinson
Metro Detroit weather: Another hot and humid day with a chance for isolated storms later
Today is another reminder it is still summer in Detroit.
Metro Detroit weather: Hot and humid end to the week
A mild and muggy start to your Friday in Metro Detroit gives way to hot and humid conditions.
Metro Detroit weather: Warmer day as Air Quality Alert continues
It will be another hazy day in Metro Detroit, thanks to smoke from Canadian wildfires.
Detroit dog rescue team The Karens hit the streets in the summer heat
It all starts with a photo, a text, a call. That’s all it takes to make The Karens, Chantel Rzewnicki and Melanie Thomas, spring into action.
Metro Detroit weather: Air Quality Alert persists, while temps and humidity remain comfortable
Highs in Metro Detroit will be near seasonal today, but that will change as we approach midweek.
High temperatures, humidity persist Monday with a Heat Advisory all day in Metro Detroit
A Heat Advisory will be in effect for the bulk of the day Monday as another few days of high temperatures persist.
Metro Detroit weather: A seasonal day ahead before the summer swelter returns
It feels more like fall than summer this morning in Metro Detroit, but don't get used to it.
Metro Detroit weather: Cool and refreshing start to the week before heat and humidity return
It's a cool and refreshing start to your work week. Of course, July in Michigan means it will get hotter and more humid.
Storms possible Saturday across Southeastern Michigan
Isolated to scattered severe thunderstorms are possible Saturday afternoon and evening across Southeastern Michigan.
Metro Detroit weather: Air Quality Alert continues as temps climb to 90s
An Air Quality Alert is in effect once again for Metro Detroit.