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FOX 9 Investigators

Minneapolis PD has paid $300K to confidential informants but how reliable are they?

The use of confidential informants by the Minneapolis Police Department is a program that operates largely in secret. The FOX 9 Investigators have learned MPD has paid hundreds of thousands of dollars to confidential informants in recent years. However, it’s unclear how effective and reliable they are.

November 12

More than 140 lakes, rivers and streams in Minnesota had fish contaminated with forever chemicals

November 5

Thousands of Twin Cities school laptops and iPads lost or stolen, costing millions

October 29

Tom Lyden, veteran reporter and investigator, leaving FOX 9 after 30 years

September 21

‘They found the ghost’: As feds’ ghost gun rule faces legal challenges, MN sees spike in state charges

September 17

Maple Grove police submit cold case for charges

August 17

Local News

Charges: Man swindles Buddhist temple out of $184K as part of money laundering, fentanyl trafficking operation

Ramsey County prosecutors allege a Buddhist temple in St. Paul was taken advantage of in the middle of money laundering and a major fentanyl trafficking operation.

8 hours ago

Freezing consequences for Mississippi River as nuclear units down

8 hours ago

Standoff outside Rochester, Minn. shopping center ends with suspect's death

9 hours ago

Jewish lawmaker faces criticism from Minnesota DFL over comments on Palestine

10 hours ago

Over 150 animals perish in western Wisconsin barn fire

11 hours ago

Northern Lights could be visible in MN on Thursday

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Cannabis

Marijuana driver impairment test could be used in Minnesota

The oral fluid, or saliva-based, tests will screen for six different drug categories, including cannabis and opioids.

November 22

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Cannabis field sobriety tests

November 22

Cannabis Research Center launched by University of Minnesota

November 16

Ohio votes to legalize marijuana for adult recreational use

November 8

Minnesota's new cannabis agency wants input on rules

October 30

Where are hemp-based edibles businesses operating in Minnesota?

October 3

Voices for Change

Recognizing the sacrifices and contributions of Black soldiers in America

There is quite a story buried in an unmarked grave at Crystal Lake Cemetery in Minneapolis.

October 29

Summit Academy OIC banking on new training program to change the face of finance in Twin Cities

October 19

Changing the face of finance in Twin Cities

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Changing the face of finance in Twin Cities

October 19

Hiking Hijabie: Hiking group helps connect Muslim community to the Great Outdoors

October 18

Roger Goodell: NFL still needs more minority coach hires

October 18

Tulsa Race Massacre survivor Hughes Van Ellis dies at 102

October 11

Morning

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How to help stray animals this winter

As cooler temperatures settle in, local animal rescues are expecting an increase of calls reporting stray cats and dogs. The Feline Rescue joined The FOX 9 Morning news to share advice if you spot a stray near your house.

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FOX 9 Morning News: Nov. 30, 2023

21 hours ago

‘Nutcracker in Wonderland’ coming to Ballet Co.Laboratory

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‘Nutcracker in Wonderland’ coming to Ballet Co.Laboratory

22 hours ago

Good Day set gets holiday makeover: Timelapse

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Good Day set gets holiday makeover: Timelapse

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Sourdough bread making tips

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'Zillow Gone Wild' home/church up for sale

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'Zillow Gone Wild' home/church up for sale

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Sports

Utah State's Levi Williams to apply for Navy SEAL training after bowl game

Utah State quarterback Levi Williams lifted the Aggies to a win last week and secured a bowl game for them. Now, he has other plans in mind for his future.

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