Jeff Wald
Jeff is a digital sports reporter for FOX 9 who has followed the Minnesota sports scene his entire life.
Jeff grew up a diehard Gophers football and basketball fan, going to games with his dad at the Metrodome and Williams Arena. He’s also a Vikings fan, still bitter about the 1999 NFC title game loss to the Atlanta Falcons, and the 2010 loss at New Orleans featuring "12 men in the huddle out of a timeout" and Brett Favre’s infamous throw across his body.
At some point, he hopes the Gophers go to a Rose Bowl, the Vikings get to a Super Bowl and the Twins win a playoff game.
Jeff graduated from Totino-Grace High School in 2000, and went onto the University of St. Thomas, getting a degree in print journalism and communications in 2004. He started out of college as the Sports Editor at the Northfield News, and spent time at KARE-11 and WCCO on their content teams before coming to Fox 9 in 2018.
When he’s not working, Jeff enjoys time with his wife of 13 years, his dog Willow, spending summers on the golf course and grilling. Follow Jeff’s work on Twitter and Instagram.
The latest from Jeff Wald
Eagan road rage shooting: Savage man charged with 5 felonies
Antonio Carlos Grajeda Jr., 20, of Savage, is accused of opening fire on two vehicles during a road rage confrontation on Interstate 35E northbound on July 11.
Mike Lindell says he'll privately fund statewide hand recount of GOP primary
Mike Lindell says he will pay for a full hand recount and audit of every ballot in Minnesota’s recent Republican primary for governor, promising transparency and no cost to taxpayers.
Vikings Kevin O’Connell on joint practice intensity: ‘I prefer Rottweilers over Chihuahuas’
Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell wants intensity as they host the Baltimore Ravens for joint practices at TCO Performance Center, but doesn't want players crossing the line that leads to brawls.
North Mankato house fire: 4 dogs rescued, occupants escape safely
Fire crews rushed to a house fire in North Mankato Tuesday night, rescuing four dogs and ensuring all residents made it out safely.
Fraud in Minnesota: Suspect who tried to tamper witness gets 6.5 years in prison
A Lakeville man who admitted in court to his role in the Feeding our Future fraud scheme during the COVID-19 pandemic was sentenced Tuesday to more than six years in prison.
North Minneapolis house fire injures 3 firefighters, 2 residents displaced
The Minneapolis Fire Department says three firefighters were injured Monday battling a house fire on the city's north side.
Minnesota Vikings vs. Baltimore Ravens: TV channel, live stream info, start time
The Minnesota Vikings have their lone preseason home game this Saturday against the Baltimore Ravens, and you can watch it on FOX 9 and streaming online and on the FOX LOCAL mobile app.
Twin Cities gas prices hit $4/gallon, up 16 cents in one week
Drivers across the Twin Cities are feeling the pinch as average gasoline prices have surged past $4 per gallon, fueled by global supply disruptions and refinery issues.
Kevin O’Connell: Vikings’ safety Jamal Adams has torn quad, out for season
Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell said safety Jamal Adams suffered a torn quad during Saturday's preseason game at the New York Giants, and will have season-ending surgery.
Minnesota wildfires: Evacuations end, 73% of Boundary Waters campsites reopened
Restrictions are easing across the region and evacuation orders are being lifted as firefighting efforts continue in the Superior National Forest.