New school bus safety law begins this year
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As schools return to session throughout Minnesota, school busses are hitting the roads again, and a new law this year could result in a big fine for drivers for follow them. FOX 9’s Karen Scullin has the details.

Former MN trooper sentenced in heinous child sexual abuse case

A former Minnesota State Trooper has been sentenced on federal charges in a shocking and disturbing child sexual abuse materials case where authorities said he victimized an infant.

New Minneapolis Fire Department Chief sworn in
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Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey swears in Dr. Reginald Freeman as the new chief of the Minneapolis Fire Department, becoming the city’s 19th fire chief and the third African American leader to hold the office.

Poll finds Americans fear domestic extremists more than foreign threats

A recent poll reveals most Americans now view domestic terrorism as a greater threat to the nation than attacks originating from outside the country.

Chantel Brooks' family pushes for answers after her disappearance of 52 days

For the loved ones of Chantel Brooks, it has been a long and painful summer. The 37-year-old woman from Fairfield was last seen on surveillance video 52 days ago. Since then, there have been no reported sightings, and police say the case may involve foul play.

Frankfort mother ordered detained after 2-year-old son's hanging death

A Frankfort mother charged with murder in the hanging death of her 2-year-old son was ordered to remain in custody Tuesday as her case moves forward.

Minnesota program cuts homelessness after prison
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A Minnesota Department of Corrections program is helping former inmates find housing as they leave prison.

Hero who duct-taped violent Arizona realtor to plane seat speaks out after suspect fired from Tucson firm

"WHEN YOU'RE ON A PLANE ... YOU CAN'T RETREAT." The hero passenger who duct-taped a disorderly Arizona realtor to his seat breaks down the wild midair struggle that ended with the agent arrested — and fired.

Menendez brothers granted new parole hearing
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Erik and Lyle Menendez have been granted another parole hearing for March 2027, giving the brothers another chance at freedom earlier than expected. The brothers were denied parole last August after being resentenced to 50 years to life.

Amazon cargo plane crash: Investigators search for cause
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Five people were killed and five others injured after an Amazon cargo plane crashed while landing near Miami International Airport. Investigators recovered the flight data and cockpit voice recorders as the NTSB works to determine what caused the crash. FOX's Amy Galo reports.

Scooter rider struck in St. Joseph, police ask help locating suspect vehicle

Authorities in St. Joseph, Minnesota, are asking the public's help locating the suspect vehicle involved the a hit-and-run of a scooter rider.

MN DOC: 57% fewer Minnesotans leaving prison and becoming homeless since 2021

As St. Paul leaders struggle to clear the city’s homeless encampments before winter, one state program working to prevent homelessness in the first place is seeing progress.

Minnesota program cuts post-prison homelessness
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Minnesota's Department of Corrections reports 57% fewer people are leaving prison and becoming homeless in 2025. The state has provided $500,000 annually for homelessness prevention since 2021, with former inmates moving into options including halfway homes, sober houses and apartments.

Lisa Demuth poster allegedly stolen from MN State Fair booth, GOP offering $500 reward

The Republican Party of Minnesota says it's offering $500 for information leading to the arrest of a suspect who allegedly stole a sign from its State Fair booth promoting Lisa Demuth's proposal to cap car-tab fees at $99 or less per year.

Watch: Homicide suspect steals police car, crashes through Ohio home

The Dayton Police Department released dramatic video of a suspect who led police on a vehicle pursuit before stealing a patrol vehicle and crashing into a house. 

Stray bullet from nearby lounge fight kills Frito-Lay worker inside Sam's Club

A deadly argument outside a Nashville lounge sent a bullet tearing through the metal wall of a nearby Sam’s Club, killing an innocent Frito-Lay worker as he counted products in the chip aisle, police said.