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2026 Special Olympics 'Flame of Hope' arrives in Minneapolis [Full news conference]
Minnesota leaders welcomed the 2026 Special Olympics "Flame of Hope" to Minneapolis ahead of the opening ceremony.
Minnesota leaders welcomed the 2026 Special Olympics "Flame of Hope" to Minneapolis ahead of the opening ceremony.
2026 Miss Minnesota and Miss Minnesota Teen crowned
Miss Minnesota and Miss Minnesota Teen spoke about their work promoting mental health and social media safety as they prepare for the national competition in September.
Miss Minnesota and Miss Minnesota Teen spoke about their work promoting mental health and social media safety as they prepare for the national competition in September.
MN Governor's Race: House Speaker Demuth on upcoming primary
Minnesota Speaker of the House and candidate for governor Lisa Demuth says she "looks forward" to debating Senator Klobuchar, but she still needs to get through the GOP primary on August, with early voting starting on June 26. FOX 9's Leah Beno spoke to her about her about what's next as the race heats up.
Minnesota Speaker of the House and candidate for governor Lisa Demuth says she "looks forward" to debating Senator Klobuchar, but she still needs to get through the GOP primary on August, with early voting starting on June 26. FOX 9's Leah Beno spoke to her about her about what's next as the race heats up.
Peggy Flanagan, Angie Craig hold debate
Both vying for the same Senate seat in Congress, Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan and Sen. Angie Craig held perhaps their only debate on Friday night prior to the general election in November. FOX 9’s Maury Glover spoke to both afterward.
Both vying for the same Senate seat in Congress, Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan and Sen. Angie Craig held perhaps their only debate on Friday night prior to the general election in November. FOX 9’s Maury Glover spoke to both afterward.
Spirits high in Minneapolis after Team USA win
Hundreds of World Cup soccer fans gathered in Minneapolis on Friday to cheer on Team USA as it claimed victory over Australia. FOX 9’s Leon Purvis was onsite to join the celebration.
Hundreds of World Cup soccer fans gathered in Minneapolis on Friday to cheer on Team USA as it claimed victory over Australia. FOX 9’s Leon Purvis was onsite to join the celebration.
Big Honking Truck Parade 2026 in Minneapolis
A partnership with the Special Olympics and City of Minneapolis brought trucks of all kinds down Nicollet Avenue to the delight of many onlookers and families on June 18.
A partnership with the Special Olympics and City of Minneapolis brought trucks of all kinds down Nicollet Avenue to the delight of many onlookers and families on June 18.
Walking 1,776 miles for youth mental health
Jason Lennox plans to walk 1,776 miles across Minnesota in an effort to highlight the struggles kids face, especially in rural areas, and raise awareness and resources. FOX 9’s Corin Hoggard has the story.
Jason Lennox plans to walk 1,776 miles across Minnesota in an effort to highlight the struggles kids face, especially in rural areas, and raise awareness and resources. FOX 9’s Corin Hoggard has the story.
New amphitheater opens in Shakopee
The Mystic Lake Amphitheater officially opens this weekend with plans to host at least 35 shows in its opening summer. FOX 9’s Shayne Wells spoke with those who work there for a sneak peek at what to expect at Minnesota’s largest outdoor venue.
The Mystic Lake Amphitheater officially opens this weekend with plans to host at least 35 shows in its opening summer. FOX 9’s Shayne Wells spoke with those who work there for a sneak peek at what to expect at Minnesota’s largest outdoor venue.
Juneteenth in Minnesota 2026
June 19 marks the federal holiday known as Juneteenth, which honors the end of slavery in the U.S. 161 years ago. Communities across Minnesota held events to celebrate the commemoration.
June 19 marks the federal holiday known as Juneteenth, which honors the end of slavery in the U.S. 161 years ago. Communities across Minnesota held events to celebrate the commemoration.
Minneapolis becomes World Cup hotspot
Hundreds of fans gathered in downtown Minneapolis to watch live World Cup competition at Peavey Plaza. FOX 9’s Leon Purvis is live with the latest fan reactions.
Hundreds of fans gathered in downtown Minneapolis to watch live World Cup competition at Peavey Plaza. FOX 9’s Leon Purvis is live with the latest fan reactions.
Hail in the Twin Cities metro on June 19, 2026
Video of hail in the Maple Grove, Minnesota and Shoreview areas during summer thunderstorms on Friday, June 19, 2026.
Video of hail in the Maple Grove, Minnesota and Shoreview areas during summer thunderstorms on Friday, June 19, 2026.
New charges revive scrutiny of Children’s Theatre abuse history
Documentary filmmaker Norah Shapiro responds to charges against a former Children's Theatre Company employee. The allegations come following the release of her documentary highlighting decades of sexual abuse within the organization. For more information on the film and links to child sex abuse prevention organizations, head to magicandmonstersfilm.com.
Documentary filmmaker Norah Shapiro responds to charges against a former Children's Theatre Company employee. The allegations come following the release of her documentary highlighting decades of sexual abuse within the organization. For more information on the film and links to child sex abuse prevention organizations, head to magicandmonstersfilm.com.
Art teacher and mom crowned Miss Minnesota USA
Rachel Betterley is heading to the Miss USA competition after being crowned Miss Minnesota USA 2026. Betterley, an art teacher from northern Minnesota, is the first married woman, first mother, and first woman over 30 to win the state title. She joins us to discuss her path to the crown and what's ahead at Miss USA this August.
Rachel Betterley is heading to the Miss USA competition after being crowned Miss Minnesota USA 2026. Betterley, an art teacher from northern Minnesota, is the first married woman, first mother, and first woman over 30 to win the state title. She joins us to discuss her path to the crown and what's ahead at Miss USA this August.
Sen. Smith on making Juneteenth federal holiday
Sen. Tina Smith received a medal of honor during a Juneteenth event in the Rondo neighborhood. She spoke about how she and other lawmakers made Juneteenth a federal holiday.
Sen. Tina Smith received a medal of honor during a Juneteenth event in the Rondo neighborhood. She spoke about how she and other lawmakers made Juneteenth a federal holiday.
'Kumbayah: The Juneteenth Story' marks 30 years
Kumbayah: The Juneteenth Story returns for a special anniversary performance, bringing to life the history behind Juneteenth through storytelling and music. Author and co-director Rose McGee joins us to discuss the play's 30-year legacy and the story that continues to resonate today.
Kumbayah: The Juneteenth Story returns for a special anniversary performance, bringing to life the history behind Juneteenth through storytelling and music. Author and co-director Rose McGee joins us to discuss the play's 30-year legacy and the story that continues to resonate today.
Minnesota startup takes on fruit flies without chemicals
A Minnesota startup is developing technology designed to reduce fruit fly populations without the use of chemicals. Novoclade founder Siba Das joins us to explain how the approach works, what it could mean for agriculture, and why the U.S. Department of Agriculture selected the company to help develop defenses against the New World screwworm.
A Minnesota startup is developing technology designed to reduce fruit fly populations without the use of chemicals. Novoclade founder Siba Das joins us to explain how the approach works, what it could mean for agriculture, and why the U.S. Department of Agriculture selected the company to help develop defenses against the New World screwworm.
Rowdy Seattle fans cause seismic spike during USA, Australia World Cup match
The first goal for Team USA caused a seismic spike as hundreds of thousands of people in Seattle gathered and cheered across several downtown venues to watch the World Cup match against Australia.
The first goal for Team USA caused a seismic spike as hundreds of thousands of people in Seattle gathered and cheered across several downtown venues to watch the World Cup match against Australia.
World Cup 2026: Minnesota fans react to first USA goal in US-Australia match
Fans at a World Cup watch party at Peavy Plaza in downtown Minneapolis react to the first USA goal at the US-Australia game.
Fans at a World Cup watch party at Peavy Plaza in downtown Minneapolis react to the first USA goal at the US-Australia game.
Flanagan calls to remember MN history during Juneteenth
Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan received a medal of honor during a Juneteenth event at the Rondo Center in St. Paul. Flanagan has been recognized for her work as the highest ranking Native American woman in Minnesota.
Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan received a medal of honor during a Juneteenth event at the Rondo Center in St. Paul. Flanagan has been recognized for her work as the highest ranking Native American woman in Minnesota.
Walz receives medal of honor at Rondo Juneteenth event
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz received a medal of honor at the Juneteenth ceremony at the Rondo Center in St. Paul.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz received a medal of honor at the Juneteenth ceremony at the Rondo Center in St. Paul.