Minnesota looking to lure more sports events
Minnesota is looking to boost its chances of landing more big-name sporting events with a new plan at the Capitol. FOX 9’s Corin Hoggard outlines lawmakers’ plan to make Minnesota an all-sports destination.
Minnesota is looking to boost its chances of landing more big-name sporting events with a new plan at the Capitol. FOX 9’s Corin Hoggard outlines lawmakers’ plan to make Minnesota an all-sports destination.
Edina man charged in deadly shooting
An Edina man faces murder charges after authorities believe an argument led to the fatal shooting of another near Southdale Center. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has the latest.
An Edina man faces murder charges after authorities believe an argument led to the fatal shooting of another near Southdale Center. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has the latest.
31 sloths died at Sloth World Orlando-owned warehouse: FWC reports
(Update 4/24/26): The Central Florida Zoo said more than a dozen sloths from Sloth World had been donated to them. The zoo is going to evaluate them and then work with the Species Survival Plan Program to find long-term homes for them at other AZA-accredited facilities. Read more.
(Update 4/24/26): The Central Florida Zoo said more than a dozen sloths from Sloth World had been donated to them. The zoo is going to evaluate them and then work with the Species Survival Plan Program to find long-term homes for them at other AZA-accredited facilities. Read more.
Twin Cities among worst in nation for particle pollution
The Twin Cities got an 'F' grade for particle pollution in a new American Lung Association report, ranking 39th worst in the nation for soot. Jon Hunter tells us that the report says children are especially vulnerable, with hundreds of thousands of Minnesota kids breathing unhealthy air.
The Twin Cities got an 'F' grade for particle pollution in a new American Lung Association report, ranking 39th worst in the nation for soot. Jon Hunter tells us that the report says children are especially vulnerable, with hundreds of thousands of Minnesota kids breathing unhealthy air.
Spring Flood Run brings thousands of motorcycles to the roads
Brad Smith tells us about the Flood Run, the season opener for motorcyclists across Minnesota. The event is expected to bring thousands of motorcycles to the roads this weekend. Public safety officials are urging drivers to watch for riders and use extra caution to help prevent crashes.
Brad Smith tells us about the Flood Run, the season opener for motorcyclists across Minnesota. The event is expected to bring thousands of motorcycles to the roads this weekend. Public safety officials are urging drivers to watch for riders and use extra caution to help prevent crashes.
U.S. attorney submits recommendation on whether the DOJ should seek death penalty for Boelter
Prosecutors have taken a formal step in Vance Boelter's case, with U.S. Attorney Daniel Rosen submitting a recommendation on whether to seek the death penalty. The final decision now rests with top Justice Department officials. Attorney Mike Bryant weighs in on what this means and what happens going forward.
Prosecutors have taken a formal step in Vance Boelter's case, with U.S. Attorney Daniel Rosen submitting a recommendation on whether to seek the death penalty. The final decision now rests with top Justice Department officials. Attorney Mike Bryant weighs in on what this means and what happens going forward.
Avoiding bears in the wild: DNR expert shares safety tips
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Wildlife Extension Specialist Franklin Whittaker shared tips on how to avoid encounters with bears in the wild.
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Wildlife Extension Specialist Franklin Whittaker shared tips on how to avoid encounters with bears in the wild.
Bus crash near Pentagon injures 23, including 10 Defense personnel
A collision between two commuter buses near the Pentagon injured 23 people Friday morning, including 10 Department of Defense personnel, according to a statement from the Pentagon Force Protection Agency obtained by FOX News.
A collision between two commuter buses near the Pentagon injured 23 people Friday morning, including 10 Department of Defense personnel, according to a statement from the Pentagon Force Protection Agency obtained by FOX News.
Nancy Guthrie disappearance: Day 83 latest updates
Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, has been missing for 83 days. Authorities believe she was abducted from her Tucson-area home sometime between Jan. 31 and Feb. 1.
Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, has been missing for 83 days. Authorities believe she was abducted from her Tucson-area home sometime between Jan. 31 and Feb. 1.
Saturday is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day - How to safely dispose of unneeded medications
You can safely dispose of unneeded, unwanted, or expired medications this Saturday, April 25, during the National Prescription Drug Take Back Day and help prevent drug misuse and abuse.
You can safely dispose of unneeded, unwanted, or expired medications this Saturday, April 25, during the National Prescription Drug Take Back Day and help prevent drug misuse and abuse.
Trump extends Jones Act waiver amid Iran war
President Trump has granted a 90-day Jones Act waiver in an effort to curb energy costs as the war with Iran continues.
President Trump has granted a 90-day Jones Act waiver in an effort to curb energy costs as the war with Iran continues.
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Pentagon gives update on Iran war, US blockade [FULL]
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Caine held a press briefing at the Pentagon on April 24, 2026. The briefing focused on the Iran war and the ongoing U.S. Navy blockade near the Strait of Hormuz.
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Caine held a press briefing at the Pentagon on April 24, 2026. The briefing focused on the Iran war and the ongoing U.S. Navy blockade near the Strait of Hormuz.
FOX 9 Morning News: April 24,2026
FOX 9 Morning News: April 24,2026
FOX 9 Morning News: April 24,2026
Trump authorizes US navy to destroy Iranian fast boats
Sec. Pete Hegseth said President Trump has authorized the US Navy to attack Iranian fast boats that attempt to put mines in the water or disrupt passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
Sec. Pete Hegseth said President Trump has authorized the US Navy to attack Iranian fast boats that attempt to put mines in the water or disrupt passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
Hennepin County Medical Center: Officials discuss saving hospital
Federal funding cuts have put Hennepin County Medical Center is a dire financial situation, and state officials are one step closer to passing a plan that includes $150 million in state funding over the next two years to save the struggling hospital. The plan also includes increasing county sales tax.
Federal funding cuts have put Hennepin County Medical Center is a dire financial situation, and state officials are one step closer to passing a plan that includes $150 million in state funding over the next two years to save the struggling hospital. The plan also includes increasing county sales tax.
Hegseth: Iran acting like 'gang of pirates'
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth accused Iran’s forces of acting like “a gang of pirates,” saying they're laying mines and shooting at random ships. Hegseth said Iran faces a choice between reaching a deal or continued economic strain, and that the U.S. has "all the time in the world."
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth accused Iran’s forces of acting like “a gang of pirates,” saying they're laying mines and shooting at random ships. Hegseth said Iran faces a choice between reaching a deal or continued economic strain, and that the U.S. has "all the time in the world."
Extensive tornado damage in northern Oklahoma
Officials in Oklahoma say multiple people were trapped in their homes and storm shelters after a powerful tornado caused heavy damage. FOX 9's Jared Piepenburg has the latest details.
Officials in Oklahoma say multiple people were trapped in their homes and storm shelters after a powerful tornado caused heavy damage. FOX 9's Jared Piepenburg has the latest details.
'Nothing in, nothing out': US tightens Iran blockade
The U.S. Navy has ramped up its Iranian blockade, including adding aircraft carriers and seizing two Iranian dark fleet ships in the Indo-Pacific. Hegseth says no ships in the Strait of Hormuz without the permission of the United States Navy.
The U.S. Navy has ramped up its Iranian blockade, including adding aircraft carriers and seizing two Iranian dark fleet ships in the Indo-Pacific. Hegseth says no ships in the Strait of Hormuz without the permission of the United States Navy.
War with Iran: Trump said he wants to take his time to reach deal
The U.S. military continues to clamp down on Iranian oil exports as President Trump said he plans to take his time to reach a deal with the regime.
The U.S. military continues to clamp down on Iranian oil exports as President Trump said he plans to take his time to reach a deal with the regime.
Stolen vehicle police pursuit ends in arrests
Police pursued a stolen SUV in Bloomington which led to a crash and two arrests. FOX 9's Leon Purvis has the story.
Police pursued a stolen SUV in Bloomington which led to a crash and two arrests. FOX 9's Leon Purvis has the story.