Minnesota kindergarten vaccine rate drops as measles cases climb, skepticism spreads
As measles cases surge across the country at levels not seen in more than three decades, new federal data shows Minnesota is near the bottom of the country when it comes to getting kids vaccinated before they start school.
As measles cases surge across the country at levels not seen in more than three decades, new federal data shows Minnesota is near the bottom of the country when it comes to getting kids vaccinated before they start school.
Minnesota kindergarten vaccine rate drops as measles cases climb
As measles cases surge across the country at levels not seen in more than three decades, new federal data shows Minnesota is near the bottom of the country when it comes to getting kids vaccinated before they start school. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the story.
As measles cases surge across the country at levels not seen in more than three decades, new federal data shows Minnesota is near the bottom of the country when it comes to getting kids vaccinated before they start school. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the story.
MN constitutional amendment vote: Educators aims to increase Permanent School Fund
A constitutional amendment on the November ballot could mean more money for every public school in Minnesota without raising taxes for residents.
A constitutional amendment on the November ballot could mean more money for every public school in Minnesota without raising taxes for residents.
Families across Minnesota making the most of the final stretch of summer at State Fair
The Great Minnesota Get-Together is officially underway, and for many families, opening day was the perfect send-off before the school year kicks in.
The Great Minnesota Get-Together is officially underway, and for many families, opening day was the perfect send-off before the school year kicks in.
Looking for the best college? New rankings reveal happiest students, best dorms and more
The Princeton Review released its Best Colleges rankings for 2027, highlighting schools in 50 student-driven categories ranging from happiest students and best dorms to campus food.
The Princeton Review released its Best Colleges rankings for 2027, highlighting schools in 50 student-driven categories ranging from happiest students and best dorms to campus food.
Anoka-Hennepin board split on social studies curriculum weeks before new school year
The Anoka-Hennepin School Board remains at odds over how to roll out adoption of the state’s new social studies standards.
The Anoka-Hennepin School Board remains at odds over how to roll out adoption of the state’s new social studies standards.
School district curriculum frustrations
Classes begin in two weeks for the state’s two largest school districts, but time is running out for the Anoka-Hennepin district to implement a new social studies curriculum. FOX 9’s Soyoung Kim explains.
Classes begin in two weeks for the state’s two largest school districts, but time is running out for the Anoka-Hennepin district to implement a new social studies curriculum. FOX 9’s Soyoung Kim explains.
AI in schools: How can students use it safely?
Artificial intelligence is already part of many students’ routines, with a Common Sense Media survey finding 70% of teens say they use AI for homework while 30% say they were taught about AI safety in the classroom.
Artificial intelligence is already part of many students’ routines, with a Common Sense Media survey finding 70% of teens say they use AI for homework while 30% say they were taught about AI safety in the classroom.
Police face backlash for using electric shock gloves in Nebraska schools
The gloves are known as G.L.O.V.E.s or Generated Low Output Voltage Emitters, and police say they can help an officer quickly get control of someone who is refusing commands.
The gloves are known as G.L.O.V.E.s or Generated Low Output Voltage Emitters, and police say they can help an officer quickly get control of someone who is refusing commands.
Minnesota teacher calls for statewide bell-to-bell cell phone ban in schools
New research suggests stricter cell phone policies in schools are improving student mental health and teacher satisfaction. A Minnesota high school teacher is pushing for a statewide bell-to-bell ban, comparing the issue to a public health crisis. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has more.
New research suggests stricter cell phone policies in schools are improving student mental health and teacher satisfaction. A Minnesota high school teacher is pushing for a statewide bell-to-bell ban, comparing the issue to a public health crisis. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has more.
Minnesota school phone bans: What new research says about student mental health and performance
New research is showing what happens when cell phones are removed from the classroom, and some educators are sharing what they've seen as a result.
New research is showing what happens when cell phones are removed from the classroom, and some educators are sharing what they've seen as a result.
NASA selects Minnesota as one of 7 aerospace workforce hub nationwide
NASA has selected Minnesota State University as one of its seven nationwide State Hubs for a new aerospace development program.
NASA has selected Minnesota State University as one of its seven nationwide State Hubs for a new aerospace development program.
College students can now pay tuition with PayPal or Venmo at some universities
Some universities are now allowing students and their families to pay tuition through PayPal and Venmo. Here's what to know.
Some universities are now allowing students and their families to pay tuition through PayPal and Venmo. Here's what to know.
Pentagon threatens funding for 30 universities over ties to China
The Pentagon has ordered 30 universities to audit their partnerships with institutions—primarily in China—or face a total loss of federal funding.
The Pentagon has ordered 30 universities to audit their partnerships with institutions—primarily in China—or face a total loss of federal funding.
Colleges defend ‘content creator’ degree programs
Several universities are launching degree programs focused on content creation and social media careers, though some critics question the long-term professional value of these specialized majors.
Several universities are launching degree programs focused on content creation and social media careers, though some critics question the long-term professional value of these specialized majors.
Jason Arday found dead after resigning amid plagiarism claims
Jason Arday, a British sociologist who became the University of Cambridge’s youngest Black professor in 2023, was found dead Friday at a home in south London.
Jason Arday, a British sociologist who became the University of Cambridge’s youngest Black professor in 2023, was found dead Friday at a home in south London.
Harvard wins dismissal of Trump administration lawsuit over alleged harassment of Jewish students
A federal judge in Boston has dismissed a Trump administration lawsuit accusing Harvard University of failing to protect Jewish students from harassment and antisemitism on campus.
A federal judge in Boston has dismissed a Trump administration lawsuit accusing Harvard University of failing to protect Jewish students from harassment and antisemitism on campus.
Florida State University hit with federal civil rights investigation over race, sex-based scholarship programs
The Equal Protection Project's complaint targets 32 Florida State University scholarships it alleges discriminate based on race or sex via donors.
The Equal Protection Project's complaint targets 32 Florida State University scholarships it alleges discriminate based on race or sex via donors.
These are the best community colleges in the US for 2026, data says
Community college can offer a more affordable route to a degree — but some schools stand out among others. See which community colleges ranked highest in a new analysis.
Community college can offer a more affordable route to a degree — but some schools stand out among others. See which community colleges ranked highest in a new analysis.
Anoka-Hennepin parents lose court fight to force vote on school funding increase
A judge has ruled that the Anoka-Hennepin School Board alone has the power to call a special election on raising school funding, turning away a parent-led petition that had gathered thousands of signatures.
A judge has ruled that the Anoka-Hennepin School Board alone has the power to call a special election on raising school funding, turning away a parent-led petition that had gathered thousands of signatures.