Minneapolis parents express concerns over school closures
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Minneapolis parents and community members shared their concerns over Minneapolis Public Schools possibly closing some schools in the city. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has more.

Minnesota test scores haven't recovered — What educators say needs to change
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Minnesota students are still struggling to reach grade level — and the numbers haven't budged much since the pandemic hit. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the story.

Ole Miss deaths: Investigators await toxicology reports
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Investigators are awaiting toxicology results for two Ole Miss students, and while packaged, store-bought kratom was found at both scenes, authorities have not said it caused either death.

Ole Miss deaths: Investigators await toxicology reports
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Investigators are awaiting toxicology results for two Ole Miss students, and while packaged, store-bought kratom was found at both scenes, authorities have not said it caused either death.

Hearings set for 2 lawsuits over Minnesota transgender athlete policy

Two lawsuits challenging Minnesota’s policy allowing transgender athletes to play girls high school sports are heading to court on Monday.

Minneapolis Public Schools staff answer questions on school closure plan

Minneapolis Public Schools leaders said Friday their district transformation plan that includes closing schools will not significantly cut costs, but will instead allow the district to operate more efficiently. 

Wisconsin fraternity hazing tip leads police to find 30 men in hot basement, some injured

Two men were arrested after Madison police investigating a hazing tip found around 30 partially clothed men, several with visible injuries, in the basement of an unrecognized fraternity near the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

University of Minnesota cutting $225M from its budget over 2 years

University of Minnesota leadership announced $225 million will be reduced from the school's budget over two years, acknowledging that there will be “difficult choices and conversations ahead."

Northern Iowa offering 'Neighboring State Rate' tuition for MN students
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If you have a high school junior or senior at home, the college search is in full swing and tuition costs are almost certainly near top of mind. Northern Iowa is offering a "Neighboring State Rate" to get Minnesota students south, and it's paying off. Pete Moris, the school's director of university relations, joined FOX 9 News at 5 to explain.

Lakeville North, South high schools closed Wednesday after threats

School district leaders say Lakeville North and South High Schools will be closed on Wednesday after the schools were targeted by threats on Tuesday.

Detroit Lakes Schools facing legal challenge over rainbow ban

Detroit Lakes Public Schools is at odds over displaying rainbows items. At the center of the debate is a policy about what is authorized on district property.

Lakeville North, South high schools targeted by threats

Police are investigating anonymous threats involving Lakeville North and Lakeville South high schools Tuesday, prompting lockdown and evacuation at the schools.

Former Stillwater school secretary accused of stealing $90K from staff fund

A former Stillwater Middle School employee is facing a dozen felony charges for allegedly taking more than $90,000 from a school staff fund over several years.