Minneapolis considering pilot program that uses drones as first responders
Minneapolis could soon join other Minnesota cities using drones to help first responders get a real-time look at emergencies before arriving on scene.
Minneapolis could soon join other Minnesota cities using drones to help first responders get a real-time look at emergencies before arriving on scene.
Minneapolis considering using drones as first responders to 911 calls
The Minneapolis Police Department is considering joining a small, but growing trend in Minnesota. On Wednesday, city staff will present a drones as first responders pilot program to the public health, safety and equity committee. FOX 9's Maury Glover has more.
The Minneapolis Police Department is considering joining a small, but growing trend in Minnesota. On Wednesday, city staff will present a drones as first responders pilot program to the public health, safety and equity committee. FOX 9's Maury Glover has more.
Bodycam footage shows deadly Richfield police shooting
The Richfield Police Department on Monday released body camera footage from multiple angles of the officer-involved shooting that killed Desaver Brian Hollis. Police were responding to reports of a car prowler. Footage shows Hollis pulling a gun on officers, and shots were fired. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim has more.
The Richfield Police Department on Monday released body camera footage from multiple angles of the officer-involved shooting that killed Desaver Brian Hollis. Police were responding to reports of a car prowler. Footage shows Hollis pulling a gun on officers, and shots were fired. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim has more.
Nancy Guthrie: 100 days since Savannah Guthrie's mom went missing
Monday, May 11 marks 100 days since Nancy Guthrie, the mother of NBC “Today" host Savannah Guthrie, disappeared after authorities say she was taken from her home against her will.
Monday, May 11 marks 100 days since Nancy Guthrie, the mother of NBC “Today" host Savannah Guthrie, disappeared after authorities say she was taken from her home against her will.
Man wanted in $374K Eagan silver bar theft arrested in Montana
One of the men wanted for the theft of $374,000 worth of silver bars stolen from an Eagan home has been arrested in Montana, FOX 9 has learned.
One of the men wanted for the theft of $374,000 worth of silver bars stolen from an Eagan home has been arrested in Montana, FOX 9 has learned.
MN Senate approves $140 million in relief after Operation Metro Surge
Lawmakers at the Capitol are racing to pass new protections and relief policies in response to Operation Metro Surge as the legislative session nears its end. Earlier in the session, the Senate approved $40 million for rental relief and $100 million in loans aimed at helping small businesses recover from the effects of Operation Metro Surge. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has more.
Lawmakers at the Capitol are racing to pass new protections and relief policies in response to Operation Metro Surge as the legislative session nears its end. Earlier in the session, the Senate approved $40 million for rental relief and $100 million in loans aimed at helping small businesses recover from the effects of Operation Metro Surge. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has more.
Across Twin Cities, thieves using electric drills to drain gasoline as prices rise
Rising gas prices are top of mind for drivers as more pennies spell more pain at the pump.
Rising gas prices are top of mind for drivers as more pennies spell more pain at the pump.
MN thieves drilling gas tanks at night
With gas prices soaring past four dollars a gallon across the Twin Cities, thieves are finding destructive new ways to steal fuel. Police in Minneapolis and St. Paul are investigating at least 19 combined cases of criminals using power drills to drain gas tanks, often targeting trucks parked on the street in the dark of night.
With gas prices soaring past four dollars a gallon across the Twin Cities, thieves are finding destructive new ways to steal fuel. Police in Minneapolis and St. Paul are investigating at least 19 combined cases of criminals using power drills to drain gas tanks, often targeting trucks parked on the street in the dark of night.
Wayzata businessman pleads guilty to failing to pay nearly $400K in state taxes
A Wayzata man who is a prominent Twin Cities real estate agent has pleaded guilty to failing to file and pay nearly $400,000 in state income taxes from 2019-23, according to a court petition filed in Hennepin County District Court.
A Wayzata man who is a prominent Twin Cities real estate agent has pleaded guilty to failing to file and pay nearly $400,000 in state income taxes from 2019-23, according to a court petition filed in Hennepin County District Court.
Operation Metro Surge response: Senate approves $140M in relief, new enforcement limits
Lawmakers at the Capitol are racing to pass new protections and relief policies in response to Operation Metro Surge as the legislative session nears its end.
Lawmakers at the Capitol are racing to pass new protections and relief policies in response to Operation Metro Surge as the legislative session nears its end.
Operation Metro Surge response: Minnesota Senate approves $140M in relief
The Minnesota Senate passed bills to limit civil enforcement actions and provide financial relief after Operation Metro Surge. Proposals include $40 million in rental relief and $100 million in small business recovery loans. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the story.
The Minnesota Senate passed bills to limit civil enforcement actions and provide financial relief after Operation Metro Surge. Proposals include $40 million in rental relief and $100 million in small business recovery loans. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the story.
Richfield PD releases bodycam footage of Desaver Brian Hollis fatal shooting
Richfield police have released body camera video showing the fatal exchange of gunfire between an officer and Desaver Brian Hollis last month, which left Hollis dead. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim has the story.
Richfield police have released body camera video showing the fatal exchange of gunfire between an officer and Desaver Brian Hollis last month, which left Hollis dead. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim has the story.
MN racehorse owner Barry Butzow pleads guilty in sexual assault of bartender
Barry Butzow, a well-known racehorse owner in the Twin Cities metro, has pleaded guilty to a criminal sexual conduct charge related to allegations that he drugged and sexually assaulted a bartender he hired for a private party in May 2024.
Barry Butzow, a well-known racehorse owner in the Twin Cities metro, has pleaded guilty to a criminal sexual conduct charge related to allegations that he drugged and sexually assaulted a bartender he hired for a private party in May 2024.
Bloomington shooting: 4 arrested after 2 teens injured
Bloomington police say they have arrested four people in connection with a shooting that left two teenagers injured last week.
Bloomington police say they have arrested four people in connection with a shooting that left two teenagers injured last week.
Study finds financial scams targeting older Americans are increasing: See where your state ranks
Older Americans are being targeted by scams at rising rates, with new research revealing which states are hit hardest.
Older Americans are being targeted by scams at rising rates, with new research revealing which states are hit hardest.
Minneapolis grocer charged in $1.1 million SNAP fraud scheme
A Minneapolis grocery store owner is facing a felony charge after investigators say he trafficked more than $1.1 million in SNAP benefits using other people’s EBT cards.
A Minneapolis grocery store owner is facing a felony charge after investigators say he trafficked more than $1.1 million in SNAP benefits using other people’s EBT cards.
Catalytic converter thefts rising again and one Toyota model is being targeted, police warn
Local law enforcement agencies across the country are warning that catalytic converter thefts are on the rise again, and this time they are noting one particular model that thieves are targeting.
Local law enforcement agencies across the country are warning that catalytic converter thefts are on the rise again, and this time they are noting one particular model that thieves are targeting.
Iowa mass shooting suspect captured at metro Atlanta hotel
Federal agents captured a teenager wanted for a mass shooting in Iowa at a hotel in Forest Park on Monday morning.
Federal agents captured a teenager wanted for a mass shooting in Iowa at a hotel in Forest Park on Monday morning.
Eminem's ex-wife Kim Mathers pleads no contest in impaired crash where she left the scene
Mathers, of Chesterfield Township, is scheduled for sentencing in Macomb County District Court on June 17.
Mathers, of Chesterfield Township, is scheduled for sentencing in Macomb County District Court on June 17.
Residents rescued from Bloomington apartment fire
Multiple residents were rescued from a burning apartment building in Bloomington on Monday morning. The fire was contained to the third floor, and so far, no injuries have been reported. The cause of the fire remains under investigation. FOX 9’s Lauren Andrego has the latest.
Multiple residents were rescued from a burning apartment building in Bloomington on Monday morning. The fire was contained to the third floor, and so far, no injuries have been reported. The cause of the fire remains under investigation. FOX 9’s Lauren Andrego has the latest.