'Dukes of Hazzard' actor, former Georgia lawmaker Ben Jones dies

Ben Jones, an actor known for playing Cooter Davenport in "The Dukes of Hazzard" before serving as a U.S. representative for Georgia, has died at 84.

Minnesota primary preview: Final look at top races
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Ahead of Tuesday’s Minnesota primary, candidates are making a final push in closely watched races for governor and the U.S. Senate. The governor’s field includes Democrat Amy Klobuchar and Republicans Lisa Demuth, Mike Lindell and Kendall Qualls, while FOX 9 political analyst Blois Olson says turnout could play a major role in the Republican contest.

Emergency return: 200 passengers evacuate Delta flight in Atlanta

An Orlando-bound Delta Air Lines flight was forced to turn back to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport on Saturday morning after fumes were reported on the flight deck.

Homecoming: A celebration of The Minneapolis Sound
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FOX 9's Lauren Andrego sat down with music legends Terry Lewis and Jimmy Jam to learn more about their show at the Minneapolis State Fair Grandstand on Aug. 29

MN political candidates make final push ahead of Primary Day
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Minnesota political candidates are making a final effort to get their names on the November general election ballot. Political analyst Blois Olson spoke live with FOX 9's Lauren Andrego about what lies ahead. 

Minneapolis Uptown Art Fair returns
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The Uptown Art Fair has returned to the neighborhood in an effort to revive it. FOX 9's Leon Purvis has more. 

Savannah Bananas pack Target Field
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The Savannah Bananas have arrived in Minneapolis, and are one of the hottest tickets in the Twin Cities throughout their three-game stretch at Target Field. FOX 9’s Leon Purvis spoke to fans who took in some of the action on Friday.

Urban exploring risks outlined by police
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After recent incidents police are urging people to stay away from abandoned properties throughout the Twin Cities, highlighting the risks of urban exploring in the west metro.

Train crossing causes headaches in Minneapolis
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A neighborhood in Minneapolis has experienced more than 500 delays in only one year, causing headaches for both residents and emergency personnel. FOX 9’s Emily Pofahl has the details.

Family holds 'no ill will' after woman hit by car driven by young brothers in Oakland

A woman who was struck by a car in Oakland driven by two young boys, ages 4 and 6, has begun responding to basic commands, though her family warned she faces a long recovery.

Child, 6, driving car with 4-year-old brother hits woman walking dog in Oakland

A woman is in critical condition after police said a child driving a car struck her while she was walking her dog in a marked crosswalk Thursday morning in Oakland.

Meet the nurse who never stopped working
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A 91-year-old woman has not stopped working, even after she was forced to retire from nursing after hospital closures. FOX 9's Symone Woolridge has the story.

Minneapolis neighborhood pushing to fix train delays
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A north Minneapolis neighborhood is pushing to have a training crossing fixed as it leads to several delays each day. FOX 9's Emily Pofahl has more. 

MN man's pardon push: 'Deportation is a death sentence'
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The Minnesota Clemency Review Commission has recommended a pardon for a man facing deportation and who relies on dozens of medications. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has more. 

New Jersey launches civil rights investigation into Delaney Hall, ICE detention center in Newark

Gov. Mikie Sherrill said that ICE and The GEO Group, which operates the facility, have blocked the state's attempts to perform a health inspection at Delaney Hall. Detainees have reported poor living conditions and a lack of healthcare access.

Connecting communities through athletics
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The Hennepin County Sheriff's Office is partnering with U.S. Unity to host a community sports event designed to build relationships and bring people together. U.S. Unity CEO Adam Mizel joins us to discuss how sports can strengthen communities and foster positive connections between residents and law enforcement.  

Rescued lion from Ukraine overcomes health scare
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A lion rescued from war-torn Ukraine and now living at The Wildcat Sanctuary in Minnesota is recovering after facing a serious health scare. Founder and Executive Director Tammy Thies joins us to provide an update on the lion's condition, the challenges of rehabilitating rescued big cats, and the sanctuary's ongoing work caring for animals.

Uptown Art Fair returns to Lake of the Isles
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The Uptown Art Fair is back this weekend at Lake of the Isles, bringing artists, live entertainment, and thousands of visitors to the neighborhood. Uptown Association President Andrea Corbin joins us to discuss this year's fair, special appearances from Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, and how the event is helping drive Uptown's continued revitalization.