Push for statewide cell phone ban in schools
With school back in session the subject of students and screen time is front and center again. FOX 9’s Maury Glover has the latest.
With school back in session the subject of students and screen time is front and center again. FOX 9’s Maury Glover has the latest.
New warnings over AI’s development
New warnings have revived debate on artificial intelligence and whether advanced technology could pose a threat to humans. FOX 9’s Soyoung Kim has the latest.
New warnings have revived debate on artificial intelligence and whether advanced technology could pose a threat to humans. FOX 9’s Soyoung Kim has the latest.
Gavin Newsom says he won’t run for president if Kamala Harris runs in 2028
Gavin Newsom said he would not run for president in 2028 if Kamala Harris decides to run.
Gavin Newsom said he would not run for president in 2028 if Kamala Harris decides to run.
Minneapolis schools weigh transformation plan
Minneapolis Public Schools Superintendent Lisa Sayles-Adams says the district is preparing three programmatic options as part of its school transformation process. Sayles-Adams says MPS is “spread too thin” and needs structural changes as it faces factors including underfunding, school choice and demographic changes. The school board will ultimately decide which path to take, with possible implementation in the 2027-28 school year.
Minneapolis Public Schools Superintendent Lisa Sayles-Adams says the district is preparing three programmatic options as part of its school transformation process. Sayles-Adams says MPS is “spread too thin” and needs structural changes as it faces factors including underfunding, school choice and demographic changes. The school board will ultimately decide which path to take, with possible implementation in the 2027-28 school year.
Concordia-St. Paul lowers tuition by 20% for 2027-28 school year
While college tuition keeps climbing across the country, one Twin Cities university is lowering tuition to attract new students. Concordia University St. Paul is lowering its in-person undergrad tuition by $5,500 next year. That brings the cost, not including room and board, down to $21,700 for both new and current students. FOX 9's Emily Pofahl has the story.
While college tuition keeps climbing across the country, one Twin Cities university is lowering tuition to attract new students. Concordia University St. Paul is lowering its in-person undergrad tuition by $5,500 next year. That brings the cost, not including room and board, down to $21,700 for both new and current students. FOX 9's Emily Pofahl has the story.
Balancing AI innovation and public safety
The development of artificial intelligence (AI) is moving faster than even its creators have expected, sparking a debate about surrounding what guardrails should be put in place in the name of safety.
The development of artificial intelligence (AI) is moving faster than even its creators have expected, sparking a debate about surrounding what guardrails should be put in place in the name of safety.
Minnesota health department specialist talks Asthma Peak Week
If you or someone you know lives with asthma, right now isn't just the start of fall, it's historically the most dangerous time of the year. The third week of September is known as Asthma Peak Week. Every year around this time, hospitals and emergency rooms see a spike is asthma attacks and respiratory emergencies. Andrea Hickle, the asthma program manager for the Minnesota Department of Health, joined FOX 9 News at 5 to talk about Asthma Peak Week.
If you or someone you know lives with asthma, right now isn't just the start of fall, it's historically the most dangerous time of the year. The third week of September is known as Asthma Peak Week. Every year around this time, hospitals and emergency rooms see a spike is asthma attacks and respiratory emergencies. Andrea Hickle, the asthma program manager for the Minnesota Department of Health, joined FOX 9 News at 5 to talk about Asthma Peak Week.
New TSA program allows people without tickets past security
The Transportation Security Administration is launching a new program allowing people with TSA PreCheck to go through security without a boarding pass and go to the gate to meet travelers.
The Transportation Security Administration is launching a new program allowing people with TSA PreCheck to go through security without a boarding pass and go to the gate to meet travelers.
TSA brings back gate access for some non-ticketed travelers
Thrifty Traveler’s Gunnar Olson joins us to explain TSA’s new Gateside by TSA PreCheck program, which allows eligible PreCheck members to enter secure gate areas without a ticket at participating airports.
Thrifty Traveler’s Gunnar Olson joins us to explain TSA’s new Gateside by TSA PreCheck program, which allows eligible PreCheck members to enter secure gate areas without a ticket at participating airports.
How time with grandkids may benefit brain health
Parenting strategist Dr. Madeleine Gagnon joins us to break down a new study suggesting that spending time caring for grandchildren may be linked to better memory and language skills in older adults. We’ll look at why staying active and socially connected could benefit cognitive health.
Parenting strategist Dr. Madeleine Gagnon joins us to break down a new study suggesting that spending time caring for grandchildren may be linked to better memory and language skills in older adults. We’ll look at why staying active and socially connected could benefit cognitive health.
Anthropic CEO sounds alarm on AI risks: What to know
After new warnings about AI, Justin Grammens, managing partner of Recursive Awesome, an AI consulting and training firm based in St. Paul, Minnesota, answers questions about the latest AI safety concerns.
After new warnings about AI, Justin Grammens, managing partner of Recursive Awesome, an AI consulting and training firm based in St. Paul, Minnesota, answers questions about the latest AI safety concerns.
Xcel rate hike challenged as electric bills rise
UMN energy policy professor Gabe Chan joins us to break down Xcel Energy’s approved rate increases, why consumer advocates are challenging the decision and what Minnesota customers can do to manage rising electric bills.
UMN energy policy professor Gabe Chan joins us to break down Xcel Energy’s approved rate increases, why consumer advocates are challenging the decision and what Minnesota customers can do to manage rising electric bills.
Concordia University lowering tuition costs
Concordia University President Brian Friedrich discusses decision to lower tuition by about 20% to help make college more affordable.
Concordia University President Brian Friedrich discusses decision to lower tuition by about 20% to help make college more affordable.
Allina doctors begin 4-day contract strike
About 150 doctors at Allina Health’s Mercy and Unity hospitals began a four-day unfair labor practice strike Monday as they continue their push for a new contract.
About 150 doctors at Allina Health’s Mercy and Unity hospitals began a four-day unfair labor practice strike Monday as they continue their push for a new contract.
Charlie Kirk memorial statue vandalized at TPUSA headquarters with red spray paint
Phoenix Police say the incident happened just before 1 a.m. on Sept. 13, when two people vandalized the statue and a poster of Kirk. Police say the suspects also tried setting the poster on fire before fleeing the scene.
Phoenix Police say the incident happened just before 1 a.m. on Sept. 13, when two people vandalized the statue and a poster of Kirk. Police say the suspects also tried setting the poster on fire before fleeing the scene.
St. Paul considers raising the price for a pack of cigarettes
A $15 per-pack minimum would not be a tax and would be similar to what Minneapolis already has in place.
A $15 per-pack minimum would not be a tax and would be similar to what Minneapolis already has in place.
Macklemore removed from Ed Sheeran's tour after 'free Palestine' speech
Macklemore has been dropped from the remainder of Ed Sheeran’s "Loop" tour following backlash over pro-Palestine remarks the rapper made during a recent opening performance.
Macklemore has been dropped from the remainder of Ed Sheeran’s "Loop" tour following backlash over pro-Palestine remarks the rapper made during a recent opening performance.
Who leads 2026 Texas Senate race? Paxton vs. Talarico poll tracker
Polls have shown the hotly contested U.S. Senate race in Texas is in a dead heat.
Polls have shown the hotly contested U.S. Senate race in Texas is in a dead heat.
Luigi Mangione 'fangirls' could have press passes revoked under new NYC bill
New York City officials are moving to close a loophole that allowed self-described "fangirls" of Luigi Mangione to obtain and flaunt official city press credentials.
New York City officials are moving to close a loophole that allowed self-described "fangirls" of Luigi Mangione to obtain and flaunt official city press credentials.
Trump downplays warnings about AI growth
President Donald Trump is playing down alarming new warnings about the growth of artificial intelligence after several AI leaders called on the industry to pump the brakes. FOX’s Doug Luzader has the latest from Washington
President Donald Trump is playing down alarming new warnings about the growth of artificial intelligence after several AI leaders called on the industry to pump the brakes. FOX’s Doug Luzader has the latest from Washington