Minnesota school closings for Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026
A winter storm dumped several inches of snow across the Twin Cities metro and even more snow across northern Minnesota this week, prompting some schools to delay start times or close altogether on Thursday.
A winter storm dumped several inches of snow across the Twin Cities metro and even more snow across northern Minnesota this week, prompting some schools to delay start times or close altogether on Thursday.
MN school leaders lobby for new laws for ICE impact
Minnesota school leaders are lobbying for new laws and funding in the aftermath of Operation Metro Surge. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has more.
Minnesota school leaders are lobbying for new laws and funding in the aftermath of Operation Metro Surge. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has more.
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ICE impacts on MN schools: Senate hearing [Part 2]
The Minnesota Senate Education Finance Committee heard from school leaders, parents, and educators about the impact of “Operation Metro Surge” on schools statewide. Testimony focused on attendance disruptions, student mental health, and day-to-day operations. Here is part two of the Minnesota Senate committee hearing.
The Minnesota Senate Education Finance Committee heard from school leaders, parents, and educators about the impact of “Operation Metro Surge” on schools statewide. Testimony focused on attendance disruptions, student mental health, and day-to-day operations. Here is part two of the Minnesota Senate committee hearing.
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ICE impacts on MN schools: Senate hearing [Part 3]
The Minnesota Senate Education Finance Committee heard from school leaders, parents, and educators about the impact of “Operation Metro Surge” on schools statewide. Testimony focused on attendance disruptions, student mental health, and day-to-day operations. Here is part three of the Minnesota Senate committee hearing.
The Minnesota Senate Education Finance Committee heard from school leaders, parents, and educators about the impact of “Operation Metro Surge” on schools statewide. Testimony focused on attendance disruptions, student mental health, and day-to-day operations. Here is part three of the Minnesota Senate committee hearing.
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ICE impacts on MN schools: Senate hearing [Part 1]
The Minnesota Senate Education Finance Committee heard from school leaders, parents, and educators about the impact of “Operation Metro Surge” on schools statewide. Testimony focused on attendance disruptions, student mental health, and day-to-day operations. Here is part one of the Minnesota Senate committee hearing.
The Minnesota Senate Education Finance Committee heard from school leaders, parents, and educators about the impact of “Operation Metro Surge” on schools statewide. Testimony focused on attendance disruptions, student mental health, and day-to-day operations. Here is part one of the Minnesota Senate committee hearing.
America 250: Students in grades K–8 invited to enter Bookmark Design Challenge
Students in grades K-8 across the country are invited to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence of the United States by entering the Bookmark Design Challenge: Celebrating America’s 250th.
Students in grades K-8 across the country are invited to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence of the United States by entering the Bookmark Design Challenge: Celebrating America’s 250th.
Minnesota school closings for Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026
A winter storm bringing heavy snow and blizzard conditions to northern Minnesota has led several schools to be closed or delay openings on Wednesday.
A winter storm bringing heavy snow and blizzard conditions to northern Minnesota has led several schools to be closed or delay openings on Wednesday.
Minnesota Department of Education recommends ending seclusion rooms
Some Minnesota schools use seclusion rooms for students with disabilities, sparking controversy. Right now, they’re banned for students in third grade and below, but the law could change by May to expand seclusion rooms to all grades -- with parental approval through grade six. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the story.
Some Minnesota schools use seclusion rooms for students with disabilities, sparking controversy. Right now, they’re banned for students in third grade and below, but the law could change by May to expand seclusion rooms to all grades -- with parental approval through grade six. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the story.
Inside Minnesota's controversial seclusion rooms
Minnesota schools' use of seclusion rooms for students with disabilities is under scrutiny as lawmakers debate potential changes.
Minnesota schools' use of seclusion rooms for students with disabilities is under scrutiny as lawmakers debate potential changes.
Gustavus Adolphus pets in dorms program begins
A new pilot program is making Gustavus Adolphus the first pet-friendly dorms in the state of Minnesota. FOX 9’s All Day spoke with university president Dr. John Volin, who was joined by a special visitor, about why the program will be special for some students.
A new pilot program is making Gustavus Adolphus the first pet-friendly dorms in the state of Minnesota. FOX 9’s All Day spoke with university president Dr. John Volin, who was joined by a special visitor, about why the program will be special for some students.
These states rank as the best places for education in 2026, data suggests
New data is revealing the most and least educated states in America. See where your state ranks.
New data is revealing the most and least educated states in America. See where your state ranks.
Pentagon to end all military education programs at Harvard
The Pentagon announced Friday that it will sever ties with Harvard University, ending all military training, fellowship, and certificate programs.
The Pentagon announced Friday that it will sever ties with Harvard University, ending all military training, fellowship, and certificate programs.
Minneapolis Public Schools extends optional online learning amid ICE surge
Minneapolis Public Schools has extended its temporary online learning option through spring break for families amid the ongoing immigration enforcement surge in Minnesota.
Minneapolis Public Schools has extended its temporary online learning option through spring break for families amid the ongoing immigration enforcement surge in Minnesota.
NASA seeking summer college interns - how to apply for an out-of-this-world work experience
Every day, NASA explores the unknown in air and space, innovates for the benefit of humanity, and inspires the world through discovery. College students looking for a chance to make a difference can apply for the NASA summer 2026 college intern session.
Every day, NASA explores the unknown in air and space, innovates for the benefit of humanity, and inspires the world through discovery. College students looking for a chance to make a difference can apply for the NASA summer 2026 college intern session.
Kansas bill would require children to be potty-trained before entering kindergarten
Kansas lawmakers proposed a bill that would require children to be potty-trained before enrolling into kindergarten.
Kansas lawmakers proposed a bill that would require children to be potty-trained before enrolling into kindergarten.
Minnesota educators, districts sue to stop ICE enforcement near schools
Minnesota school districts have filed a lawsuit to block federal immigration enforcement near schools, saying they have spread fear among students in the wake of children being detained as part of Operation Metro Surge.
Minnesota school districts have filed a lawsuit to block federal immigration enforcement near schools, saying they have spread fear among students in the wake of children being detained as part of Operation Metro Surge.
Child detentions by ICE spark fear in Minnesota school districts
Immigration enforcement operations in Minnesota are causing fear among students and parents, leading to school districts making adjustments as Operation Metro Surge continues regardless.
Immigration enforcement operations in Minnesota are causing fear among students and parents, leading to school districts making adjustments as Operation Metro Surge continues regardless.
ICE detentions concern Minnesota school districts
Immigration enforcement operations in Minnesota are causing fear among students and parents, leading to school districts making adjustments to they learning plans as Operation Metro Surge continues.
Immigration enforcement operations in Minnesota are causing fear among students and parents, leading to school districts making adjustments to they learning plans as Operation Metro Surge continues.
Columbia Heights bomb threat: Classes resume Tuesday
Schools in Columbia Heights were closed on Monday after a bomb threat was reported to district officials. FOX 9’s Rob Olson has the details of what authorities have learned so far.
Schools in Columbia Heights were closed on Monday after a bomb threat was reported to district officials. FOX 9’s Rob Olson has the details of what authorities have learned so far.
Columbia Heights schools closed Monday after threat; no suspicious devices found
Columbia Heights Public Schools are closed on Monday due to a "credible threat," the district announced early Monday. No suspicious devices were found.
Columbia Heights Public Schools are closed on Monday due to a "credible threat," the district announced early Monday. No suspicious devices were found.