Lonnie Quinn

Lonnie Quinn is the chief weathercaster for CBS 2 News in New York, where he can be seen weekdays at 5pm, 6pm, and 11pm. His career has also taken him to the national stage as the weather anchor for "The Early Show" on its Saturday edition.

Quinn's career in television began with a role on "All My Children." It was this experience that allowed him to develop a comfort in front of the camera that aided his transition to broadcasting. He received his first big break at WVIR in Charlottesville, Virginia, where he reported on the Thomas Jefferson/Sally Hemings controversy and the famous baby switch at the University of Virginia hospital. Quinn also covered Emily Couric's rising political career before her life was tragically cut short in October 2001. Following his tenure in Virginia, Quinn moved to Miami, Florida, which marked a significant turning point in his career. Promoted to full-time weather anchor, he refined his on-air style and became one of Miami’s most popular broadcasters. Working in one of America's highly hurricane-prone regions, Quinn guided Florida through the most active hurricane season in its history. He worked closely with the National Hurricane Center's Max Mayfield, and joined the "Hurricane Hunters," collecting data on a category five hurricane, and flying into the eye of Hurricane Isabel when it hit the North Carolina coast. A private pilot himself, Quinn also holds a meteorology certification from the FAA.

Quinn is the proud recipient of six local Emmys, including one for Best On-Air Talent. His passion for reporting is evident in his unique approach to news coverage, striving to present stories in a distinctive manner. Beyond his professional achievements, Quinn is deeply committed to advocacy for foster care, motivated by his family's involvement in the system since 1984. His parents first became foster carers when they took in a four-month-old baby girl who later became Quinn's adoptive sister. His family has since helped raise six other foster children, providing essential guidance and support during their development. This firsthand experience has made Quinn a powerful and knowledgeable advocate for foster care.

Quinn graduated magna cum laude from Boston College, majoring in speech communications. He is also an avid sports fan and a former competitive swimmer at the college level. His blend of professional expertise in meteorology and personal dedication to public service makes him a distinctive presence in the field of broadcast journalism.