Eden Prairie firefighters honored for saving baby from burning townhome
Four local firefighters are being honored for their bravery after saving a baby from a burning town home. The Freedom 250 Hometown Hero Award is being given to four Eden Prairie firefighters by the U.S. Attorney's Office for Minnesota. FOX 9's Leon Purvis has more.
Four local firefighters are being honored for their bravery after saving a baby from a burning town home. The Freedom 250 Hometown Hero Award is being given to four Eden Prairie firefighters by the U.S. Attorney's Office for Minnesota. FOX 9's Leon Purvis has more.
Local historian tells Minnesota's patriotism through soldier letters
As we approach America's 250th birthday, patriotism is running high. Minnesota has a long history with a deep sense of patriotism. In the 1860s as the county was divided over slavery, young Minnesota men stepped up and volunteered to defend and fight for the principles the United States was established on. Local author and historian Hampton Smith tells the stories of patriotism through letters written by soldiers. FOX 9's Randy Meier has more.
As we approach America's 250th birthday, patriotism is running high. Minnesota has a long history with a deep sense of patriotism. In the 1860s as the county was divided over slavery, young Minnesota men stepped up and volunteered to defend and fight for the principles the United States was established on. Local author and historian Hampton Smith tells the stories of patriotism through letters written by soldiers. FOX 9's Randy Meier has more.
Former Heritage Park owner's history
The former, long-time owners of Heritage Park has a history of neglect. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has more.
The former, long-time owners of Heritage Park has a history of neglect. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has more.
Why MN pardoned man convicted of sexually abusing child
A man was set to be deported to Laos before he was pardoned after he was convicted of sexually abusing a child. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim has more.
A man was set to be deported to Laos before he was pardoned after he was convicted of sexually abusing a child. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim has more.
Capitol Mall in Washington D.C. has new look for America 250
The Washington D.C. National Mall has a new look as the nation gets ready to celebrate 250 years on Saturday. FOX's Rebekah Castor shows us how the country's history is front and center.
The Washington D.C. National Mall has a new look as the nation gets ready to celebrate 250 years on Saturday. FOX's Rebekah Castor shows us how the country's history is front and center.
Latest jobs report brings underwhelming results
The latest jobs report shows job growth has slowed. Employers added 57,000 jobs in June. But Edward Lawrence tells us it was half of what economists were expecting.
The latest jobs report shows job growth has slowed. Employers added 57,000 jobs in June. But Edward Lawrence tells us it was half of what economists were expecting.
Minnesota e-bike crackdown: ER visits up 9x as police push to clarify rules
Police across Minnesota are clarifying rules for riding electric-powered vehicles as complaints rise. A recent chase in New Brighton involved teenagers riding electric motorcycles on the highway shoulder at nearly 1 a.m. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the story.
Police across Minnesota are clarifying rules for riding electric-powered vehicles as complaints rise. A recent chase in New Brighton involved teenagers riding electric motorcycles on the highway shoulder at nearly 1 a.m. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the story.
Minneapolis launches 'South Side REACT' to shut down open-air drug markets
A major change is underway in how Minneapolis deals with illegal drug sales and use, with city leaders and community partners rolling out a new strategy aimed at shutting down open-air drug markets. FOX 9's Karen Scullin has the story.
A major change is underway in how Minneapolis deals with illegal drug sales and use, with city leaders and community partners rolling out a new strategy aimed at shutting down open-air drug markets. FOX 9's Karen Scullin has the story.
FOX 9 Town Ball Tour: Jaxon Thom talks playing with Hinckley Knights
The FOX 9 Town Ball Tour was in Hinckley Wednesday night, home of the Knights and Brennan Field. Jaxon Thom, and infielder with family generations on the team, stopped by the set to talk about what town ball means to him in Hinckley.
The FOX 9 Town Ball Tour was in Hinckley Wednesday night, home of the Knights and Brennan Field. Jaxon Thom, and infielder with family generations on the team, stopped by the set to talk about what town ball means to him in Hinckley.
MN authorities clarify e-moto rules
More and more adults and teens are getting e-motos and police are seeing a rise incidents. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has more.
More and more adults and teens are getting e-motos and police are seeing a rise incidents. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has more.
Twins prospect Walker Jenkins saves boy after fainting at CHS Field
Minnesota Twins prospect and St. Paul Saints player Walker Jenkins came to the rescue of a young boy earlier this week who fainted at CHS Field during the National Anthem.
Minnesota Twins prospect and St. Paul Saints player Walker Jenkins came to the rescue of a young boy earlier this week who fainted at CHS Field during the National Anthem.
Video: Small fire sparks at Disney World's 'it's a small world' after portable charger ignites
Guests were briefly evacuated from the typically calm and peaceful "it's a small world" ride at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom on Wednesday, July 1, after a small fire sparked within one of the ride's boats, according to a witness.
Guests were briefly evacuated from the typically calm and peaceful "it's a small world" ride at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom on Wednesday, July 1, after a small fire sparked within one of the ride's boats, according to a witness.
Former Olympian indicted for felony vandalism at DC Reflecting Pool
Former U.S. Olympic canoeist David Hearn, 67, has been indicted on a felony charge for allegedly tearing up sealant at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool on June 19.
Former U.S. Olympic canoeist David Hearn, 67, has been indicted on a felony charge for allegedly tearing up sealant at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool on June 19.
Nancy Guthrie: California man pleads guilty to sending 'imposter ransom demand'
A California man who authorities say sent an "imposter ransom demand" to Nancy Guthrie's family members pleaded guilty to charges on Thursday.
A California man who authorities say sent an "imposter ransom demand" to Nancy Guthrie's family members pleaded guilty to charges on Thursday.
Minneapolis police detail drug market crackdown
Minneapolis authorities announced on Thursday that it will begin a coordinated effort to crackdown on "open-air" drug activity seen throughout the city.
Minneapolis authorities announced on Thursday that it will begin a coordinated effort to crackdown on "open-air" drug activity seen throughout the city.
Alex Ovechkin re-signs with Capitals for 22nd season: 'I'm back!'
The Washington Capitals announced on Monday that captain Alex Ovechkin has officially signed a one-year contract extension to return for the 2026-27 NHL season.
The Washington Capitals announced on Monday that captain Alex Ovechkin has officially signed a one-year contract extension to return for the 2026-27 NHL season.
Water safety tips ahead of July 4th weekend
City officials shared water safety tips ahead of July 4th weekend.
City officials shared water safety tips ahead of July 4th weekend.
Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce wedding to be held at Madison Square Garden: reports
Pop star Taylor Swift and Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce are reportedly getting married at Madison Square Garden in New York City on Friday, July 3, according to reports. Neither Swift nor Kelce have confirmed the rumors yet.
Pop star Taylor Swift and Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce are reportedly getting married at Madison Square Garden in New York City on Friday, July 3, according to reports. Neither Swift nor Kelce have confirmed the rumors yet.
Venezuelan earthquake rescue efforts continue
One week after deadly twin earthquakes hit Venezuela rescue efforts are still ongoing, but the hope of finding survivors is starting to fade.
One week after deadly twin earthquakes hit Venezuela rescue efforts are still ongoing, but the hope of finding survivors is starting to fade.
Fourth of July travel: What to expect on the roads, at the airport
More than 61 Americans are expected to hit the road this Fourth of July holiday weekend, according to AAA. The Transportation Security Administration says airports across the nation are also expecting a busy few days.
More than 61 Americans are expected to hit the road this Fourth of July holiday weekend, according to AAA. The Transportation Security Administration says airports across the nation are also expecting a busy few days.