President Trump Columbus Day full speech
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President Donald Trump delivered a speech at a Columbus Day celebration at the White House on Friday, Oct. 9. The president talked about Christopher Columbus statues in the U.S., efforts to rebrand Columbus Day as Indigenous Peoples' Day in some states and the ongoing U.S. war in Iran. 

Faith leaders condemn Trump comments, stand with Somali community
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Faith leaders gathered in St. Paul to show their support for the Somali community and to speak out against inflammatory comments posted by President Donald Trump.

Hurricane Isaias strengthens to Category 3 storm
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Hurricane Isaias has strengthened into a Category 3 storm as it approaches the Gulf Coast, with landfall expected Friday night. Storm surge and coastal flooding are already impacting parts of Florida. FOX 9 meteorologist Cody Matz has the latest.

Minneapolis officer fires shot during pursuit of teen carjacker
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A Minneapolis police officer fired their weapon while in pursuit of a teen carjacker who stole a vehicle at gunpoint. Minneapolis Public Information Officer Garrett Parten shared details on the incident. 

Judge to decide future of ICE agent highway assault case
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A federal judge will consider whether an assault case involving ICE agent Gregory Morgan Jr. should remain in Hennepin County or move to federal court. Morgan is accused of pointing a handgun at another driver during a February road rage incident, while his attorneys argue he was responding to a targeted attack.

Hurricane Isaias impacts travel as airlines issue waivers
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Hurricane Isaias is disrupting travel as the storm approaches the Gulf Coast. Some airlines are issuing travel waivers, while others are allowing passengers to adjust their plans without additional fees. FOX 9's Leah Beno has the latest on potential travel impacts.

Where to find fall colors in Minnesota this weekend
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Northern Minnesota is in peak fall colors right now, with some parts of the northland already past peak. Leaves are starting to change in the Twin Cities metro, but it's still lagging behind the rest of the state. 

Trump remarks on Somalis condemned by local leaders
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President Trump's inflammatory claims about Minnesota's Somali community are being condemned by community leaders, with the Council of American Islamic Relations saying he "is placing a target on the backs of Somali Americans."

Tracking hurricanes Isaias, Simon and Tropical Storm Rachel
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Three tropical systems are on the move, with Hurricane Isaias nearing landfall along the Gulf Coast, Hurricane Simon strengthening in the Eastern Pacific and Tropical Storm Rachel bringing impacts to Southern California. FOX 9 meteorologist Cody Matz has the latest on the active tropics.

Hurricane Isaias intensifies as it nears Gulf Coast
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The first Atlantic hurricane of the season is approaching the Gulf Coast, with landfall expected Friday between Alabama and Florida. Residents are preparing for heavy rain, strong winds and dangerous storm surge as evacuations wrap up. FOX 9 meteorologist Cody Matz reports.

Trump rules out Iran strikes before midterm elections
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President Trump says the U.S. will not launch new military strikes against Iran before next month's midterm elections. Diplomatic talks with Tehran continue, while the White House is keeping additional military options on the table. FOX's Madeleine Rivera reports.

Minnesota weather: Sunny, pleasant Friday before a hot and gusty weekend

Friday brings plenty of sunshine and warmer temperatures across Minnesota before a surge of summer-like heat sends highs into the 80s this weekend.

Cornell 7 case: Protest near University of Minnesota
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About 200 people gathered at Van Cleve Park near the University of Minnesota to support the alleged victim in the Cornell Seven case and call for stronger campus safety protections. FOX 9's Maury Glover has more. 

Eden Prairie homecoming shooting: Gunman arrested
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An 18-year-old man was arrested in Minneapolis Thursday in connection to the shooting at the Eden Prairie homecoming football game. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has more. 

18 victims identified in Brooklyn Center raid
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New court records offer a closer look at what investigators say they found in four Super 8 rooms during the Sept. 9 Brooklyn Center hotel raid, including seven phones, cash, lingerie and hundreds of condoms. FOX 9 reporter Emily Pofahl reviewed the newly filed warrant, which also says an undercover agent spoke with four women investigators believed were sex trafficking victims.

Police say policy makes gun violence harder to stop
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In Hennepin County, a policy from County Attorney Mary Moriarity means serious crimes found during some non-public safety traffic stops, like tinted windows or a broken headlight, will likely not be charged in court. FOX 9 reporter Karen Scullin has been digging into how police chiefs say that affects efforts to interrupt rising Somali gang violence.

MN survivors rally with Cornell Jane Doe victim
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Minnesota sexual assault survivors are rallying at the University of Minnesota in solidarity with the Cornell 7 rape victim. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has more. 

Edina mayor addresses gun violence concerns
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Edina Mayor Jim Hovland responded to the recent gun violence in his city and surrounding communities. FOX 9's Courtney Godfrey asked the mayor what steps have been taken in response.