Babs Santos
Babs Santos joined FOX 9 as a reporter in 2021.
In the years since, he’s made an impact with stories that often air on FOX affiliates around the country.
Born and raised in the south-metro, Babs holds a degree from the University of Minnesota. In 2024, he returned to the Hubbard School of Journalism, where he now teaches journalism courses as a curricular fellow.
Off the air and outside the classroom, you’ll most likely find Babs on the lake or traveling overseas. He’s also a regular volunteer at his church and in the community. In 2023, Babs delivered Normandale Community College’s commencement ceremony address and adopted a highway in his hometown.
The latest from Babs Santos
Vikings’ Cam Bynum continues Philippines support with foundation
Minnesota Vikings safety Camryn Bynum continues to use his platform with the NFL to support communities in the Philippines.
Sensory gym for unveiled in Woodbury, offering inclusive play space
Over the weekend in Woodbury, Josephine Martinez unveiled a sensory gym for people with special needs.
Ice houses pop up on Lake Minnetonka as officials warn of thin ice
Black Lake is known as a hidden gem on Lake Minnetonka, because year after year, the bay seems to defy Mother Nature.
U of M dorm heat has students complaining about temperatures
Some U of M students have found they’re in for a harsh new reality - their dorm rooms have no heat.
Champlin hockey community remembers teen after battle with cancer
Photographs, flowers, candles, and balloons lay outside of the Champlin Ice Forum — in memory of sophomore goaltender Max Akerson — after his battle with cancer came to an end this week.
Tips on preparing your home before winter in Minnesota
As temperatures fall this week, Ghassan Hussein of A and G Handyman is reminding homeowners to winterize their homes.
Minneapolis teacher survival hit-and-run faces long recovery, grateful for second chance
Two surgeries down, with another one scheduled for Monday, Julia Klatt Singer is grateful for a second chance at life, after a Minneapolis hit-and-run crash.
Community gathers at MN State Capitol to remember victims of road traffic crashes
Lighting candles and standing together in solidarity on Saturday at the Minnesota State Capitol, impacted families and stakeholders gathered to mark the World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims.
Parents lament lack of grandchildren as newer generations wait longer
A tough situation is occurring for some families, when parents have one plan in mind for the family tree, and their children have different ideas about that family legacy.
Minneapolis barber’s unsolved murder: Mother seeks justice, one year later
One year after Malik Payne's death, his family is seeking justice in the unsolved murder.