Lori Pinson
Lori Pinson is an award-winning meteorologist on Fox 2 news (WJBK) in Detroit. Holding both the American Meteorological Society’s Certified Broadcast Seal of Approval and the National Weather Association’s Seal of Approval, Pinson’s postgraduate work includes studying at Johns Hopkins University for Environmental Science and Policy.
With talents extending beyond meteorology, this year Lori Pinson won the coveted Emmy Award, Best in Michigan from the Michigan Association of Broadcasters (MAB) and First Place from the Society of Professional Journalists for her dog rescue story, "The Karens." In addition, she was Emmy nominated for Breaking News for the Grand Blanc shooting and in the Societal Concerns category for highlighting animal abuse. Top honors from MAB also went to her streaming talk show "Lori’s Stories." An amazing awards season demonstrating Pinson’s versatility.
These recent awards join her previous ones. An Emmy Award for creating an inclusive on-air weather cast for the deaf. Being named the National Weather Association Broadcaster of the Year and honored twice with the Salute to Excellence award from the National Association of Black Journalists.
An avid animal lover, (she has 6 furbabies, 5 are rescues). Pinson created "Animal House" for Fox2, showcasing Michiganders love of their pets, now sponsored by Michigan Humane.
Though Detroit is home, Pinson was a Chief Meteorologist in Baltimore and a national science correspondent for the London-based network ITN.
In her free time, Pinson creates works of art, restyling antique furniture through her newly formed company, Painted by Pinson, LLC. You may also find her working tirelessly in her community, lending her voice and time to numerous charities and causes.
The latest from Lori Pinson
Metro Detroit Weather: Cloudy and cooler Tuesday
It will be a slightly cooler day, drying out with breezy conditions by afternoon.
Metro Detroit Weather: Heat Advisory issued with temperature indexes reaching 105
Today's anticipated afternoon high is expected to be 98 degrees, but the heat index could make it feel like 105, even as we approach the evening hours.
Metro Detroit Weather: Hot temps continue Monday, extreme heat watch issued for Tuesday
A hot start to your work week with Metro Detroit under an extreme heat watch starting Tuesday morning until Tuesday evening.
Metro Detroit Weather: Mild and sunny for Tuesday with change on the way late week
A pleasant day of weather starts off with cool temperatures, but ends up just right.
After early showers, Monday brings break from rain and heat
A few more showers for Monday morning and then a break from the rain.
Record-setting heat possible today in Metro Detroit amid Extreme Heat Warning
Temperatures in Metro Detroit today could tie or break the record of 95 degrees originally set in 1931, while heat index values (combination of high heat and humidity) could exceed 103 degrees today.
Metro Detroit weather: Hot start to the week ahead of days-long Extreme Heat Watch
The week in Metro Detroit begins with a hot day, but it's only just the beginning. Temperatures near 100 and head indices closer to 105 are expected later this week.
Southeast Michigan storms move in Tuesday
A combination of brutal heat and downpours will be a part of Tuesday and the rest of the week.
Metro Detroit weather: Another mild, sunny, and dry day
Get ready for another day of beautiful weather in Metro Detroit.
The Karens dog rescue team race against time for abused Rottweiler
On Sunday night, an emergency call came from The Karens. The dog rescue duo took a wrong turn and ended up at the right place in time to rescue a prisoner.