Taryn Asher
There’s just something about Detroit TV news. I’ve always felt that way. Since I was 8 years old at least. I absolutely knew I wanted to become a broadcast journalist.
I adore what I do. It’s a passion.
You can catch me weekdays co-anchoring the evening news at 5pm, 6pm, 10pm &11pm news with Roop Raj. A good friend as well as colleague, so the teamwork and camaraderie you see on camera is REAL.
I am also honored— it’s a privilege— to report stories that make a difference in our community. I like to ask the tough questions you’re likely thinking - giving a voice to those who are struggling.
I grew up in Fenton, attended Powers Catholic High School in Flint, and graduated from Michigan State University after studying journalism and political science.
As soon as I graduated, I was hired as an anchor/reporter at Lansing’s CBS station my career took me to Flint and ABC12, where as fate would have it, I met my now-husband, Jason Carr.
From being the 5pm anchor in Flint I moved to FOX 2 in 2007.
It has been an incredible journey. I have covered everything from Presidents and politics, to the most dangerous crimes and taking on those who are responsible – even helping to change state law to ban the sale of synthetic drugs.
Throughout my career, I have won 6 Emmy Awards including Best News Anchor and multiple awards from the Michigan Association of Broadcasters and Associated Press.
But what means even more to me is being able to give back to the community and teaching our daughter how important it is. I actively support several organizations including COTS Homeless Shelter, Light House of Oakland
County, that provides housing and assistance to homeless families and local animal rescues, like Happy Paws Haven or Michigan Humane.
There’s nothing like spending time with friends and family, especially our daughter, who is the light of our lives and tries to keep us with the times! Our dogs Violet, Charli Tickles & Kitty (foster dog fail ) keep us busy too! I find strength and a sense of calm practicing yoga and running outdoors. I am proud to say I have run the Detroit Free Press Marathon and survived! During our winter, I love to snow ski. I love to travel – and always look forward to a new vacation destination.
But, I always like coming home. There’s no place like Michigan. There’s no place like Detroit.
You can always follow me on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @TarynAsherFox2.
The latest from Taryn Asher
12-year-old steals forklift from Ann Arbor middle school, flees police
A 12-year-old in a stolen forklift averted Ann Arbor police and Washtenaw County Sheriff's deputies Saturday evening.
'Undesirables': GM RenCen officers accused of racism, assaults to keep some away from Riverfront
A security director at Detroit's Renaissance Center says they've been told to focus on 'undesirables' over the past 6 years - the majority of which are Black men and women. On Friday, GM said it has removed the accused officers, who are under review, while an investigation is underway.
Husband of Livonia mother of 3 who lost brave battle with cancer, shares her story
The high school sweethearts, in love and inseparable since they were 17 years old, held their three little kids close and tried to stay strong.
Health care worker struck on M-59 has organs donated at same hospital he worked at
Lee Hershman had one more gift to give before passing, donating two kidneys to patients which saved their lives.
Survivor starts nonprofit to take other women from abusive situations and support them
Jojo says she didn't break free from her family until she was 29. It would be her father's final beating.
Memorial golf outing honors Michigan FBI agent who died in line of duty
The 44-year-old beloved brother, son, friend and father was a member of the Violent Crimes Task Force, who had served the bureau for 18 years.
Troy Target parking lot attack: Suspect sought by police also wanted for murder in Detroit
Troy police are searching for 31-year-old Andrew James Hall in connection with the assault outside of Target. Hall is known to take a bus to Beverly Hills, Birmingham, and Troy and walk around, police said.
Detroit man working in Seattle found shot to death, girlfriend missing
Chris Wilson's girlfriend Shawntea Hamilton also worked as a traveling medical professional. Police say she's missing along with her Chevy Cobalt sedan.
Flying woes pile up ahead of Fourth of July holiday travel
Across the U.S., 24,000 flights were delayed Wednesday while 1,600 were canceled due to travel woes from the weather, staffing, and the government placing holds on take-offs.
Waiting for justice: Why Michigan's public employees are protected by government immunity
If you lost a loved one and wanted to hold the government responsible for actions - or lack thereof - you would be out of luck. Michigan governments are protected by government immunity -- but why is it in place?