MN Senate approves $140 million in relief after Operation Metro Surge
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Lawmakers at the Capitol are racing to pass new protections and relief policies in response to Operation Metro Surge as the legislative session nears its end. Earlier in the session, the Senate approved $40 million for rental relief and $100 million in loans aimed at helping small businesses recover from the effects of Operation Metro Surge. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has more.

MN thieves drilling gas tanks at night
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With gas prices soaring past four dollars a gallon across the Twin Cities, thieves are finding destructive new ways to steal fuel. Police in Minneapolis and St. Paul are investigating at least 19 combined cases of criminals using power drills to drain gas tanks, often targeting trucks parked on the street in the dark of night.

Wayzata businessman pleads guilty to failing to pay nearly $400K in state taxes

A Wayzata man who is a prominent Twin Cities real estate agent has pleaded guilty to failing to file and pay nearly $400,000 in state income taxes from 2019-23, according to a court petition filed in Hennepin County District Court.

Operation Metro Surge response: Minnesota Senate approves $140M in relief
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The Minnesota Senate passed bills to limit civil enforcement actions and provide financial relief after Operation Metro Surge. Proposals include $40 million in rental relief and $100 million in small business recovery loans. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the story.

Richfield PD releases bodycam footage of Desaver Brian Hollis fatal shooting
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Richfield police have released body camera video showing the fatal exchange of gunfire between an officer and Desaver Brian Hollis last month, which left Hollis dead. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim has the story.

MN racehorse owner Barry Butzow pleads guilty in sexual assault of bartender

Barry Butzow, a well-known racehorse owner in the Twin Cities metro, has pleaded guilty to a criminal sexual conduct charge related to allegations that he drugged and sexually assaulted a bartender he hired for a private party in May 2024.

Bloomington shooting: 4 arrested after 2 teens injured

Bloomington police say they have arrested four people in connection with a shooting that left two teenagers injured last week.

Minneapolis grocer charged in $1.1 million SNAP fraud scheme

A Minneapolis grocery store owner is facing a felony charge after investigators say he trafficked more than $1.1 million in SNAP benefits using other people’s EBT cards.

Catalytic converter thefts rising again and one Toyota model is being targeted, police warn

Local law enforcement agencies across the country are warning that catalytic converter thefts are on the rise again, and this time they are noting one particular model that thieves are targeting.

Iowa mass shooting suspect captured at metro Atlanta hotel

Federal agents captured a teenager wanted for a mass shooting in Iowa at a hotel in Forest Park on Monday morning.

Residents rescued from Bloomington apartment fire
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Multiple residents were rescued from a burning apartment building in Bloomington on Monday morning. The fire was contained to the third floor, and so far, no injuries have been reported. The cause of the fire remains under investigation. FOX 9’s Lauren Andrego has the latest. 

Richfield PD releases bodycam video showing deadly shooting of Desaver Brian Hollis

Richfield police have released bodycam video showing the fatal exchange of gunfire between an officer and Desaver Brian Hollis, which left Hollis dead last month.

Bus crashes into Mpls home after deadly collision
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 A Metro Transit bus crashed into a southern Minneapolis home following a deadly collision with a pickup truck on Monday morning. The bus driver sustained minor injuries, and the pickup truck driver was pronounced dead at the scene. FOX 9’s Bill Keller reports. 

Coast Guard seizes Brian Hooker's sailboat as it leaves Bahamas after wife’s disappearance: report

The U.S. Coast Guard has reportedly seized Brian Hooker's sailboat as the federal agency continues its investigation into the disappearance of his wife, who he claims fell off a dinghy in the Bahamas.

Richfield PD shooting of Desaver Brian Hollis
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Richfield police released body camera video showing the shooting of 27-year-old Desaver Brian Hollis after a foot pursuit on April 27 after a 911 call for a reported car prowler. The video shows an exchange of gunfire between Hollis and the officers.

Bloomington apartment fire: Residents rescued as crews battle 2-alarm blaze

Firefighters carried out multiple rescues at a burning apartment building in Bloomington on Monday as crews called a second alarm fire for additional aid.