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Gov. Tim Walz and other Twin Cities leaders are warning that ICE could target Christmas Eve masses. But, church officials say they were told no ICE activity would happen unless there was a direct safety threat. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has more. 

The holiday travel rush is in full swing throughout the U.S., with AAA expecting more than 120 million people to be traveling at least 50 miles to gatherings nationwide the rest of the week.

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey joined faith leaders to speak on Tuesday about growing concerns over an increasing growing ICE force in Minnesota during the holidays. FOX 9’s Corin Hoggard has the latest.

Maxx Fuller hosts today’s show as we preview a massive Vikings–Lions matchup ahead of Sunday, breaking down what’s at stake and what needs to go right as the season hits a critical point. The Powerball jackpot has reached an estimated $1.7 billion. Minnesota Lottery Director of Sales and Marketing Vicki Holets tells us about current ticket sales and more on Minnesota’s Powerball run, current ticket sales and who has won so far.  We also dive into the latest sports headlines, including Lindsey Vonn’s return to the Olympic stage as she prepares for her fifth Winter Olympics, and what her comeback means for Team USA and her legacy. With the holidays in full swing, we share Christmas movie reviews—what’s worth watching, what’s overrated, and which classics still hold up as must-sees this season. Plus, plenty more news, sports, and culture making headlines as we head into the weekend.

The Powerball jackpot has reached an estimated $1.7 billion. Minnesota Lottery Director of Sales and Marketing Vicki Holets tells us about current ticket sales and more on Minnesota’s Powerball run, current ticket sales and who has won so far. 

As many Americans prepare to travel for their holiday gatherings, AAA is reporting that the national average for gas has dropped below $3 a gallon for the first time in four years.

Vikings head coach KOC on the quarter back situation, MN DNR land sales, Walz on ICE, world juniors, and how to be a better listener during the holidays, all on today's episode of All Day Live.

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Gov. Tim Walz warned that he suspects ICE will ramp up operations over the Christmas holiday, including potentially targeting Christmas Eve mass.

Gov. Walz warned that he was anticipating increased ICE operations over the holidays. The governor suggested it was entirely possible that agents could choose to target religious gatherings such as midnight Christmas masses.

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As Christmas and New Year's approach, many are planning to travel by road or air. According to AAA, more than 122 million Americans are expected to travel at least 50 miles from home between Dec. 20 and Jan. 1. FOX’s Chelsea Torres reports.

Minnesota saw high demand for cannabis business dispensary licenses, and it may be going faster than the market can handle. Nick Halter with Axios Twin Cities joined FOX 9 on Tuesday to talk about the cannabis marketplace in Minnesota.

There has been another U.S. attack on a suspected drug boat—this time in the Eastern Pacific. It's the 29th such strike that we know of, and it comes as President Trump is planning a huge expansion for the U.S. Navy. FOX’s Doug Luzader reports from Washington.