Minnesota startup powers a rare-earth-free magnet future
Jonathan Rowntree, CEO of Niron Magnetics, discusses the company?s efforts to develop sustainable, rare-earth-free magnets and shares details about a new plant in Sartell, Minnesota, slated to open in 2027.
Jonathan Rowntree, CEO of Niron Magnetics, discusses the company?s efforts to develop sustainable, rare-earth-free magnets and shares details about a new plant in Sartell, Minnesota, slated to open in 2027.
Everson Griffen joins Recovery Road 307
Everson Griffen joins Jason Lennox on ?Recovery Road 307,? a program built around a 307-mile journey to raise awareness for the 307,000 lives lost to drugs, alcohol and suicide last year. The former Vikings defensive end reflects on his struggles, resilience, and ongoing path to recovery.
Everson Griffen joins Jason Lennox on ?Recovery Road 307,? a program built around a 307-mile journey to raise awareness for the 307,000 lives lost to drugs, alcohol and suicide last year. The former Vikings defensive end reflects on his struggles, resilience, and ongoing path to recovery.
Coach Johnny Tauer on partnership between FOX 9 & St. Thomas
On Monday, September 29, FOX 9 announced a partnership with University of St. Thomas athletics to air select football, men's and women's basketball and men's and women's hockey games for the 2025-26 season, and men's basketball head coach Johnny Tauer joined "The Afternoon Shift" to discuss the announcement.
On Monday, September 29, FOX 9 announced a partnership with University of St. Thomas athletics to air select football, men's and women's basketball and men's and women's hockey games for the 2025-26 season, and men's basketball head coach Johnny Tauer joined "The Afternoon Shift" to discuss the announcement.
What does a government shutdown look like?
Political science professor Andrew Latham explains what causes a government shutdown and what happens during a government shutdown.
Political science professor Andrew Latham explains what causes a government shutdown and what happens during a government shutdown.
London travel tips for Vikings fans heading to the UK
The Vikings will become the first team in NFL history to play back-to-back international games in two different countries when they visit London this Sunday to take on the Cleveland Browns. Gunnar Olson, the host of the "Thrifty Traveler Podcast" joined "The Afternoon Shift" to provide some travel tips for those heading overseas for the big game.
The Vikings will become the first team in NFL history to play back-to-back international games in two different countries when they visit London this Sunday to take on the Cleveland Browns. Gunnar Olson, the host of the "Thrifty Traveler Podcast" joined "The Afternoon Shift" to provide some travel tips for those heading overseas for the big game.
Hepcat Coffee investing in downtown St. Paul
Terry John Zila is the owner of Hepcat Coffee in downtown St. Paul, and he joined "The Afternoon Shift" to talk about his own personal and professional interests in bringing success to the city.
Terry John Zila is the owner of Hepcat Coffee in downtown St. Paul, and he joined "The Afternoon Shift" to talk about his own personal and professional interests in bringing success to the city.
Twins fire Rocco Baldelli after 7 seasons
The Minnesota Twins on Monday fired Rocco Baldelli as manager after seven seasons. FOX 9's Pierre Noujaim joined The Afternoon Shift to break down the move and what it means for the franchise going forward.
The Minnesota Twins on Monday fired Rocco Baldelli as manager after seven seasons. FOX 9's Pierre Noujaim joined The Afternoon Shift to break down the move and what it means for the franchise going forward.
Oak Summit Golf Course seeks vandal
Mitchell DeCook with Oak Summit Golf Course in Rochester spoke with Adam Llorens of The Afternoon Shift as they're seeking a driver who went on the course Saturday morning and caused significant damage on the 10th hole.
Mitchell DeCook with Oak Summit Golf Course in Rochester spoke with Adam Llorens of The Afternoon Shift as they're seeking a driver who went on the course Saturday morning and caused significant damage on the 10th hole.
Goldfish & carps & bears "Oh my"!
Kelly Kappen, an animal nutritionist from the Minnesota Zoo, joined The Afternoon Shift to explain how invasive carp and goldfish ? the same ones clogging up Minnesota?s waterways ? are now being put to use as food for the zoo?s animals as part of their whole carcass program. PHOTO CREDIT: MN ZOO
Kelly Kappen, an animal nutritionist from the Minnesota Zoo, joined The Afternoon Shift to explain how invasive carp and goldfish ? the same ones clogging up Minnesota?s waterways ? are now being put to use as food for the zoo?s animals as part of their whole carcass program. PHOTO CREDIT: MN ZOO
Rosh Hashanah celebrated with tradition, family, and food at Cecil's Deli in St. Paul
Evana Hershkowitz of Cecil's Deli in St. Paul's Highland Park neighborhood joined Adam Llorens on "The Afternoon Shift" to talk about the meaning of Rosh Hashanah and other Jewish holidays through culture, tradition, and of course food at this Twin Cities restaurant landmark.
Evana Hershkowitz of Cecil's Deli in St. Paul's Highland Park neighborhood joined Adam Llorens on "The Afternoon Shift" to talk about the meaning of Rosh Hashanah and other Jewish holidays through culture, tradition, and of course food at this Twin Cities restaurant landmark.
Cryptocurrency basics: what to know
Alec Papierniak joins The Afternoon Shift to explain cryptocurrency and how it works
Alec Papierniak joins The Afternoon Shift to explain cryptocurrency and how it works
Darren Zaslau of FOX 53 Pittsburgh previews Steelers-Vikings in Dublin
The NFL is heading to Dublin, Ireland, for the first time ever, and FOX 53 Pittsburgh sports anchor Darren Zaslau previews Sunday morning's Steelers-Vikings game with Adam Llorens on "The Afternoon Shift".
The NFL is heading to Dublin, Ireland, for the first time ever, and FOX 53 Pittsburgh sports anchor Darren Zaslau previews Sunday morning's Steelers-Vikings game with Adam Llorens on "The Afternoon Shift".
Capturing the MN State Fair for a documentary film
Alec Fischer is the producer and director of "The Fair" -- a documentary that captures the magic of the Minnesota State Fair. He tells us what it was like filming the documentary.
Alec Fischer is the producer and director of "The Fair" -- a documentary that captures the magic of the Minnesota State Fair. He tells us what it was like filming the documentary.
Celebrating Thai culture in MN: MinnesoThai
Farah Meenakanit tells us about Thai culture and previews the MinnesoThai street food festival happening this weekend.
Farah Meenakanit tells us about Thai culture and previews the MinnesoThai street food festival happening this weekend.
Explaining Trump?s proposed $100K fee on H-1B visas
Earlier this week, Trump?s announced a $100,000 fee on H-1B visas. Immigration attorney & State Rep. Sandra Feist breaks down what it means for skilled foreign workers and the U.S. workforce.
Earlier this week, Trump?s announced a $100,000 fee on H-1B visas. Immigration attorney & State Rep. Sandra Feist breaks down what it means for skilled foreign workers and the U.S. workforce.
The coolest things made in Minnesota: Who will take the crown?
Arthur Morrissey from the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce joins to talk about this year?s ?Coolest Things Made in Minnesota? competition, the final eight products, and whether an icon like Spam can ham it up enough to win the crown.
Arthur Morrissey from the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce joins to talk about this year?s ?Coolest Things Made in Minnesota? competition, the final eight products, and whether an icon like Spam can ham it up enough to win the crown.
Minnesota agriculture and the impact of Farm Aid concert
Minnesota Agriculture Commissioner Thom Petersen discusses the state of farming in Minnesota and how the Farm Aid concert provides real, tangible support for farmers across the region.
Minnesota Agriculture Commissioner Thom Petersen discusses the state of farming in Minnesota and how the Farm Aid concert provides real, tangible support for farmers across the region.
What reparations really mean: Trahern Crews explains
Trahern Crews, Chair of the St. Paul Recovery Act Community Reparations Commission, breaks down what reparations are, why they matter, and how they could be implemented to address racial and economic inequities in St. Paul, Minnesota and beyond.
Trahern Crews, Chair of the St. Paul Recovery Act Community Reparations Commission, breaks down what reparations are, why they matter, and how they could be implemented to address racial and economic inequities in St. Paul, Minnesota and beyond.
Trump, Tylenol and understanding autism
Executive Director of the Autism Society of Minnesota Ellie Wilson gives us an insight into what is autism, what is known about it and how to support people with autism.
Executive Director of the Autism Society of Minnesota Ellie Wilson gives us an insight into what is autism, what is known about it and how to support people with autism.
Ex-Senator Nicole Mitchell's sentencing explained
FOX 9's Paul Blume explains Ex Senator Nicole Mitchell's conviction and sentencing.
FOX 9's Paul Blume explains Ex Senator Nicole Mitchell's conviction and sentencing.