Social media school threats on the rise
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Recent incidents of school threats in Minnesota and Wisconsin, it's raising questions about how law enforcement investigates what's legitimate and what's not. Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension Superintendent Drew Evans joins FOX 9 All Day to discuss. 

Vance Boelter granted speedy trial in state case
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Vance Boelter pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder charges in the 2025 attacks that killed Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband and wounded Sen. John Hoffman and members of his family.

Minnesota State Fair: A good oinkin' time showing pigs
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The Schmidt family from New Ulm, Minnesota have been showing pigs at the Minnesota State Fair for over a decade. 

Virginia elementary school evacuated following reported shooting incident

Police in Virginia say they responded to an emergency at an elementary school Wednesday morning, prompting an evacuation of students and staff.

Minnesota State Fair: Kelly O'Connell heckled over Pronto Pup condiment choice
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Pronto Pups are one of the most popular foods at the Minnesota State Fair. Live at the FOX 9 booth Wednesday, fairgoers heckled anchor Kelly O’Connell after fellow colleague Tom Butler hands her a Pronto Pup – with ketchup on it!

Inside Greater Tater's 2nd year at the Minnesota State Fair
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Greater Tater made its debut as a food vendor at the Minnesota State Fair last year, started by two families from the east Twin Cities metro with a mission of giving people with disabilities meaningful employment opportunities.  Greater Tater is back for its second year at the Minnesota State Fair. This year, they challenged FOX 9’s Hannah Flood to come work a shift slinging tater tots at their booth. 

Vance Boelter due in Hennepin County Court
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Vance Boelter, already serving two life sentences following his federal trial, is challenging the state case against him over the shootings of two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses. His attorneys argue the state prosecution amounts to double jeopardy, claim his actions were justified as a lawful arrest and seek to move the trial out of Hennepin County.

Tropical Depression Edouard brings flooding threat
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Tropical Depression Edouard is weakening after making landfall along the Gulf Coast, but heavy rain continues to threaten parts of Texas and Louisiana with flooding. Some areas could see 6 inches to a foot of rain, while tens of thousands of customers in Texas are without power. FOX 9 meteorologist Jared Piepenburg reports.

US-Iran trade strikes as Trump warns more could follow
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The attacks between the U.S. and Iran have continued, with President Trump warning that more may follow. The strikes come as oil and gas prices are on the rise and the Iranian economy is teetering. FOX's Doug Luzader reports. 

Mortgages in Minnesota increasingly underwater
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A new report shows the number of “seriously underwater” mortgages in Minnesota has increased year-over-year. FOX 9’s Soyoung Kim has the latest on what Minnesota Realtors are seeing currently.

Father fatally stabbed in Minneapolis
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A South Minneapolis family is searching for answers after a father of two was found stabbed to death over the weekend, just days after celebrating his 47th birthday. FOX 9’s Maury Glover has more on one family’s plea for info.

Shakopee Flock cameras debated
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Shakopee's Flock cameras are at the center of a growing debate over privacy, surveillance and who gets to see your data. FOX 9’s Mike Manzoni has the latest.

Whistleblower warns new USPS mail-in ballot system could threaten midterm elections

An anonymous whistleblower warns an untested online system for mail-in ballots could cause severe election disruptions as a legal battle over the Trump executive order plays out in federal court.

Limiting property tax hikes across Minnesota
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Cities around Minnesota are considering raising property taxes as they grapple with inflation and new federal mandates as they try balance their budgets. FOX 9’s Emily Pofahl has the details.

State Fair: Dairy farmers at staple of Minnesota
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There are several staples at the Minnesota State Fair. One of them is the dairy farmers -- whether that means grabbing a cup at the all-you-can-drink milk stand, or getting a malt at the Dairy Goodness Bar. Behind every malt, cheese curd and glass of milk is a Minnesota dairy farm family working around the clock every day of the year. Minnesota Dairy Farmer Kevin Korbel joined FOX 9 News at 6.

Twins Tuesday: UHC's sensory suite
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It's Twins Tuesday on FOX 9, and Ian Leonard checked out Target Field's UHC Sensory Suite, aimed to be a calming area for people with special needs.

Twins Tuesday: Bark in the Park
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It's a Twins Tuesday on FOX 9, and it's also Bark in the Park night at Target Field, which means fans can bring their dogs to the ballpark to watch Twins baseball.

State Fair: Minnesota-Grown honey, Beekeepers' Association
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A big part of the State Fair is featuring the agricultural aspect of Minnesota. It's highlighted all throughout the fairgrounds, especially at the horticulture building. Minnesota is a powerhouse when it comes to honey, producing more than six million pounds every year. Rachel Wandrei with Minnesota Grown and Evonnie Wilson with the Minnesota Beekeeper's Association joined FOX 9 News at 5.