Hennepin County facing contempt allegations
Hennepin County is accused of illegally detaining children at the juvenile detention center. The county could be held in contempt of court this week unless two boys are immediately released or placed in appropriate treatment facilities.
Hennepin County is accused of illegally detaining children at the juvenile detention center. The county could be held in contempt of court this week unless two boys are immediately released or placed in appropriate treatment facilities.
Becker students hold 9/11 flag parade in remembrance of attacks
Students at Becker High School held a flag parade in commemoration of the 9/11 attack anniversary on Wednesday.
Students at Becker High School held a flag parade in commemoration of the 9/11 attack anniversary on Wednesday.
St. Paul teachers oppose free childcare tax levy before voters in November
St. Paul teachers say they oppose a November ballot question that would create a tax levy to help pay for free childcare.
St. Paul teachers say they oppose a November ballot question that would create a tax levy to help pay for free childcare.
These are America's top colleges of 2024, according to Forbes ranking
Forbes based their rankings on several categories, including academic success and graduation rates. See if your school made this year’s list.
Forbes based their rankings on several categories, including academic success and graduation rates. See if your school made this year’s list.
Normandale Community College sees spike in enrollment
Normandale Community College saw a nearly 15% increase in fall enrollment from 2023 to 2024, reaching over 10,500 students.
Normandale Community College saw a nearly 15% increase in fall enrollment from 2023 to 2024, reaching over 10,500 students.
Normandale Community College sees enrollment spike
Miah Moore came to Normandale Community College to get her degree in nursing, but discovered so much more at the school.
Miah Moore came to Normandale Community College to get her degree in nursing, but discovered so much more at the school.
Closing Minnesota's education gap: Meals, money and cell phone policies
Most Minnesota kids went back to school on Tuesday, as summer break is over and study time is here again for students who might notice changes in their school this year.
Most Minnesota kids went back to school on Tuesday, as summer break is over and study time is here again for students who might notice changes in their school this year.
MN test scores: Little improvement for student reading, math scores
New data show Minnesota students made little to no gains in reading, math, and science scores in 2024 which all still lag far behind pre-pandemic performance.
New data show Minnesota students made little to no gains in reading, math, and science scores in 2024 which all still lag far behind pre-pandemic performance.
Minnesota student test scores stabilize: MDE
The Minnesota Department of Education released its 2024 assessment and accountability data, showing that attendance is up and test scores are holding relatively steady. Still, there has been little improvement in reading and math scores. FOX 9's Bill Keller has more.
The Minnesota Department of Education released its 2024 assessment and accountability data, showing that attendance is up and test scores are holding relatively steady. Still, there has been little improvement in reading and math scores. FOX 9's Bill Keller has more.
Teachers still quitting at a concerning rate; hindering students' education
Teachers of Tomorrow reported that that there were 55,000 vacant positions and an additional 270,000 teaching posts currently filled by underqualified teachers earlier this year.
Teachers of Tomorrow reported that that there were 55,000 vacant positions and an additional 270,000 teaching posts currently filled by underqualified teachers earlier this year.
Dolly Parton is sending free books to children across 21 states — and worldwide
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library has distributed over 240 million books to children worldwide, inspired by her father’s struggle with illiteracy. Learn how this program is changing lives and honoring her father’s legacy.
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library has distributed over 240 million books to children worldwide, inspired by her father’s struggle with illiteracy. Learn how this program is changing lives and honoring her father’s legacy.
These are the most popular college majors, according to a new analysis
A new analysis shows which college majors have risen and fallen in popularity.
A new analysis shows which college majors have risen and fallen in popularity.
Wisconsin school district audit shows former superintendent’s fraud
The Glenwood City School District has released a much-anticipated forensic financial audit that shows its former superintendent fraudulently received $290,792 in educational stipends, benefits and reimbursements.
The Glenwood City School District has released a much-anticipated forensic financial audit that shows its former superintendent fraudulently received $290,792 in educational stipends, benefits and reimbursements.
MN teacher sings national anthem at DNC
Minnesota students and a Minnesota teacher helped kick off the third night of the Democratic National Convention.
Minnesota students and a Minnesota teacher helped kick off the third night of the Democratic National Convention.
Map: States with the best community colleges in 2024
With steep costs for four-year degrees, community colleges can offer significant savings for students interested in higher education.
With steep costs for four-year degrees, community colleges can offer significant savings for students interested in higher education.
MN school district cell phone policies ahead of state law deadline: List
For many students, cell phones are as common in school as backpacks. But that could soon change in some districts, thanks to a new Minnesota state law.
For many students, cell phones are as common in school as backpacks. But that could soon change in some districts, thanks to a new Minnesota state law.
Boundary Waters Canoe Area becomes classroom
A handful of students spent five days in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area to learn about the great outdoors and the skills that come with camping.
A handful of students spent five days in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area to learn about the great outdoors and the skills that come with camping.
Teachers spark debate for 'Alphabet Song' tune changes: 'Hits my ears wrong'
A new way to sing the alphabet is dividing critics.
A new way to sing the alphabet is dividing critics.
Minnesota school districts changing phone rules
Many Minnesota school districts are changing or adding new cell phone rules after a new state law. FOX 9's Maury Glover has the story.
Many Minnesota school districts are changing or adding new cell phone rules after a new state law. FOX 9's Maury Glover has the story.
Can you get dorm insurance for college students?
Yes, dorm insurance can be an option but it will all depend on what your insurance provider offers and if your student’s circumstances warrant the investment.
Yes, dorm insurance can be an option but it will all depend on what your insurance provider offers and if your student’s circumstances warrant the investment.