U.S. hosting World Cup helping boost soccer's popularity in Minnesota
Minnesota, not just a hockey state. The popularity of soccer is noticeable now more than ever with local fans, store owners and referees all feeling the excitement and changes brought by the World Cup on American soil. FOX 9's Leah Beno has the story.
Minnesota, not just a hockey state. The popularity of soccer is noticeable now more than ever with local fans, store owners and referees all feeling the excitement and changes brought by the World Cup on American soil. FOX 9's Leah Beno has the story.
St. Paul minimum wage increases to $16.37 for small businesses, $14.25 for microbusinesses
Minimum wage rates in St. Paul increased on July 1 for small and micro businesses.
Minimum wage rates in St. Paul increased on July 1 for small and micro businesses.
Minneapolis couple goes viral for homemade cookies
The Golden Batch Bakery has seen a huge jump in orders after a Minneapolis couple’s homemade cookies went viral. FOX 9’s Maury Glover has the sweet story.
The Golden Batch Bakery has seen a huge jump in orders after a Minneapolis couple’s homemade cookies went viral. FOX 9’s Maury Glover has the sweet story.
St. Paul's Half Time Rec named No. 1 bar in America by Esquire
Half Time Rec, a neighborhood favorite in St. Paul, has landed national recognition as the best bar in the country in 2026.
Half Time Rec, a neighborhood favorite in St. Paul, has landed national recognition as the best bar in the country in 2026.
Restaurant owner faces backlash after saying he’d prefer to hire men over women
A restaurant owner’s comments about his preference for hiring male servers over women have sparked outrage and plans for a protest in Wisconsin.
A restaurant owner’s comments about his preference for hiring male servers over women have sparked outrage and plans for a protest in Wisconsin.
Star Tribune looks to cut 15% of its staff
The Minnesota Star Tribune announced it was cutting about 65 jobs. Reporter and Columnist Rochelle Olson talks about what those cuts could mean for the future of the paper.
The Minnesota Star Tribune announced it was cutting about 65 jobs. Reporter and Columnist Rochelle Olson talks about what those cuts could mean for the future of the paper.
Operation Metro Surge: New sales data shows metro economic impact
The City of Minneapolis released a report in February estimating losses experienced by restaurants and small businesses during Operation Metro Surge could be up to $81 million.
The City of Minneapolis released a report in February estimating losses experienced by restaurants and small businesses during Operation Metro Surge could be up to $81 million.
Why Wild Rumpus in Linden Hills is unlike any other bookstore: Cats, chinchillas and 15K books
A south Minneapolis bookstore has been inspiring young readers and their families for decades with its unique blend of whimsy, animals and a love for storytelling.
A south Minneapolis bookstore has been inspiring young readers and their families for decades with its unique blend of whimsy, animals and a love for storytelling.
Lyndale Avenue construction worries
A plan to reconstruct one of the busiest streets around Uptown has some businesses concerned over the potential impact. FOX 9’s Mike Manzoni has the details.
A plan to reconstruct one of the busiest streets around Uptown has some businesses concerned over the potential impact. FOX 9’s Mike Manzoni has the details.
Lyndale Avenue South redesign debate: Uptown business owners clash with bicyclists over parking
A heated debate is underway over how Lyndale Avenue South should be redesigned, with business owners and bicyclists pushing for very different priorities.
A heated debate is underway over how Lyndale Avenue South should be redesigned, with business owners and bicyclists pushing for very different priorities.
MDA warns of potential metal fragments in Milkjam Creamery products
Frozen treats from a popular Minneapolis ice cream shop are the focus of a new safety warning.
Frozen treats from a popular Minneapolis ice cream shop are the focus of a new safety warning.
Diane's Place lands spot on North America's 50 Best Restaurants
A Minneapolis restaurant is getting national attention after landing a spot on a prestigious list of North America’s best dining destinations.
A Minneapolis restaurant is getting national attention after landing a spot on a prestigious list of North America’s best dining destinations.
Lark Toys in Kellogg, Minnesota: The world-class toy store built on love and wood
A toy store just south of Kellogg is turning childhood play into a destination experience for families from across the globe.
A toy store just south of Kellogg is turning childhood play into a destination experience for families from across the globe.
Minneapolis farmers market guide: Where and when to find one this summer
There are more than two dozen farmers markets and mini-markets operating in Minneapolis in 2026. Here's when and where to find them.
There are more than two dozen farmers markets and mini-markets operating in Minneapolis in 2026. Here's when and where to find them.
Minneapolis bar dedicated to women's sports named best local sports bar in the US
A Bar of Their Own, Minnesota's only bar focused exclusively on women’s sports, just scored national recognition.
A Bar of Their Own, Minnesota's only bar focused exclusively on women’s sports, just scored national recognition.
Borough closing in North Loop, Revival will return in its spot
Well-known Minneapolis restaurant Borough is closing its doors in the North Loop, but a familiar name will soon make a Revival in its former spot.
Well-known Minneapolis restaurant Borough is closing its doors in the North Loop, but a familiar name will soon make a Revival in its former spot.
Rustic Inn gathers wildfire relief donations
Two Harbors, Minnesota, mainstay the Rustic Inn and Café has begun to gather supplies for people affected by wildfires in the area – including two of their own employees. FOX 9 is joined by general manager Callie Hoff to learn about the efforts.
Two Harbors, Minnesota, mainstay the Rustic Inn and Café has begun to gather supplies for people affected by wildfires in the area – including two of their own employees. FOX 9 is joined by general manager Callie Hoff to learn about the efforts.
Minnesota's last Black-owned record store Urban Lights Music launches crowdfunding campaign
A beloved record store in St. Paul’s Midway neighborhood is fighting to keep its doors open as the community bands together to support a local music landmark.
A beloved record store in St. Paul’s Midway neighborhood is fighting to keep its doors open as the community bands together to support a local music landmark.
Black-owned record store starts crowdfund campaign
The last Black-owned record shop in Minnesota is looking for help from the surrounding community to stay open. FOX 9’s Maury Glover has the story.
The last Black-owned record shop in Minnesota is looking for help from the surrounding community to stay open. FOX 9’s Maury Glover has the story.
Bauhaus Brew Labs closing its NE location at end of June
Bauhaus Brew Labs has announced on social media it plans to close its northeast Minneapolis taproom at the end of June, citing challenges including substantial cost increases, shifts in consumer preferences, a global pandemic and a surge in federal immigration enforcement as reasons behind the closure.
Bauhaus Brew Labs has announced on social media it plans to close its northeast Minneapolis taproom at the end of June, citing challenges including substantial cost increases, shifts in consumer preferences, a global pandemic and a surge in federal immigration enforcement as reasons behind the closure.