Former Winona teacher, coach sentenced in student sexual assault cases
A former Winona Senior High School coach and teacher was sentenced on Thursday for sexually assaulting multiple students.
A former Winona Senior High School coach and teacher was sentenced on Thursday for sexually assaulting multiple students.
School phone bans have little impact on academics or behavior, new study finds
The largest study to date on school cell phone bans is showing mixed outcomes. Here's what the researchers found.
The largest study to date on school cell phone bans is showing mixed outcomes. Here's what the researchers found.
Transgender policy at elite women’s college spurs Education Dept. investigation
An all-women’s college in Massachusetts is under investigation by the U.S. Department of Education for admitting transgender women.
An all-women’s college in Massachusetts is under investigation by the U.S. Department of Education for admitting transgender women.
Best cities for new college grads in 2026, based on payroll data
As the class of 2026 prepares to enter the workforce, these are the best cities for new college grads, according to recent payroll data.
As the class of 2026 prepares to enter the workforce, these are the best cities for new college grads, according to recent payroll data.
FOX 9 Top Teacher: Joey Hartfiel of Buffalo Community Middle School
Joey Hartfiel, a special education teacher at Buffalo Community Middle School, is a FOX 9 Top Teacher award recipient.
Joey Hartfiel, a special education teacher at Buffalo Community Middle School, is a FOX 9 Top Teacher award recipient.
Canvas data breach: Wayzata Public Schools sends warning letter to parents
Families in Wayzata are being warned about a data breach involving Canvas, the learning management system used by students in grades 4-12.
Families in Wayzata are being warned about a data breach involving Canvas, the learning management system used by students in grades 4-12.
Minnesota teacher apprentices graduating Monday night
Teacher apprentices who have spent the last year getting on-the-job experience in Minnesota classrooms will graduate Monday night. Apprenticeship navigator Amelia Barrons joined FOX 9 News at 5 on Sunday to talk about the program.
Teacher apprentices who have spent the last year getting on-the-job experience in Minnesota classrooms will graduate Monday night. Apprenticeship navigator Amelia Barrons joined FOX 9 News at 5 on Sunday to talk about the program.
St. Louis Park music teacher named Minnesota Teacher of the Year
A St. Louis Park music teacher has been named as the 2026 Minnesota Teacher of the Year.
A St. Louis Park music teacher has been named as the 2026 Minnesota Teacher of the Year.
National Teacher Appreciation Week 2026 deals and discounts
Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4-8. Retailers and restaurants across the country are offering discounts, freebies, and special promotions for educators.
Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4-8. Retailers and restaurants across the country are offering discounts, freebies, and special promotions for educators.
2026 commencement speeches: See which celebrities are taking the stage
A range of high-profile figures from entertainment, politics and the arts are set to headline college commencement ceremonies across the country in 2026.
A range of high-profile figures from entertainment, politics and the arts are set to headline college commencement ceremonies across the country in 2026.
McMahon faces tough questions from senators over education cuts and civil rights
Education Secretary Linda McMahon testified on Capitol Hill earlier this week to address a proposed budget that slashes student aid and civil rights funding as the Trump administration continues its efforts to reshape the federal education system.
Education Secretary Linda McMahon testified on Capitol Hill earlier this week to address a proposed budget that slashes student aid and civil rights funding as the Trump administration continues its efforts to reshape the federal education system.
Top Teacher: Simley Senior High School’s Alexandra Hermoza
FOX 9’s second Top Teacher award of 2026 goes to Alexandra Hermoza, a special education professional at Simley Senior High School in Inver Grove Heights. Check out her surprise!
FOX 9’s second Top Teacher award of 2026 goes to Alexandra Hermoza, a special education professional at Simley Senior High School in Inver Grove Heights. Check out her surprise!
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Flashing red light law for school buses press conference [FULL]
Officials discussed how Minnesota lawmakers updated a school bus safety law to close a loophole that put students at risk. Previously, drivers had to stop only when red lights were flashing, and the stop arm was fully extended, leading some to pass before the arm was fully out.
Officials discussed how Minnesota lawmakers updated a school bus safety law to close a loophole that put students at risk. Previously, drivers had to stop only when red lights were flashing, and the stop arm was fully extended, leading some to pass before the arm was fully out.
These are the best entry-level jobs in 2026, data suggests
WalletHub ranked the best entry-level jobs based on opportunity, growth potential, and job safety.
WalletHub ranked the best entry-level jobs based on opportunity, growth potential, and job safety.
College grads enter tough hiring market: Some tips to help with the job hunt
As graduates enter a challenging job market marked by rising unemployment and experience gaps, experts suggest building resilience and leveraging AI tools to help navigate the transition into the real world.
As graduates enter a challenging job market marked by rising unemployment and experience gaps, experts suggest building resilience and leveraging AI tools to help navigate the transition into the real world.
Top Teacher: Baldwin-Woodville's Angela Schmoker honored
FOX 9 kicks off the Top Teacher awards for the year with a surprise stop at Baldwin-Woodville High School in Baldwin, Wisconsin. Mrs. Angela Schmoker, a Family and Consumer Science teacher of over 30 years, was honored with the award.
FOX 9 kicks off the Top Teacher awards for the year with a surprise stop at Baldwin-Woodville High School in Baldwin, Wisconsin. Mrs. Angela Schmoker, a Family and Consumer Science teacher of over 30 years, was honored with the award.
American Library Association’s challenged books list: The 11 titles targeted the most in 2025 for removal
A new ranking by the American Library Association (ALA) lists the 11 books that people or activists tried to have removed from or restricted in libraries, schools, or universities last year. The list also reflects a dramatic change in who is making the requests for books to be pulled from the shelves.
A new ranking by the American Library Association (ALA) lists the 11 books that people or activists tried to have removed from or restricted in libraries, schools, or universities last year. The list also reflects a dramatic change in who is making the requests for books to be pulled from the shelves.
Texas public schools can display Ten Commandments, appeals court rules
The U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled Tuesday that the Ten Commandments can remain in Texas public school classrooms.
The U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled Tuesday that the Ten Commandments can remain in Texas public school classrooms.
Marijuana use in Minnesota youth declined in 2025, according to new data
New survey results show youth cannabis use in Minnesota is trending downward, even after being legalized for adults.
New survey results show youth cannabis use in Minnesota is trending downward, even after being legalized for adults.
30,000 student loan borrowers expected to receive discharges as the final deadline passes
The Department of Education missed a critical deadline, a move that legally requires the federal agency to discharge student loans for thousands of borrowers.
The Department of Education missed a critical deadline, a move that legally requires the federal agency to discharge student loans for thousands of borrowers.