$1.3 billion Medicaid reimbursements stopped
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Saying that California politicians have “not taken fraud seriously,” Vice President JD Vance announced on Wednesday that $1.3 billion in Medicaid reimbursements from the federal government have been deferred within the state, noting that “American taxpayers are being defrauded” by state programs.

Maple Grove nurses authorize strike to demand better staffing, retention

Nearly 600 nurses at Maple Grove Hospital voted to authorize a strike after a year of contract talks as nurses demand better staffing, retention and workplace protection.

Hantavirus cases continue to be monitored
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Health officials are monitoring a Minnesotan who had contact with someone aboard the cruise ship linked to the hantavirus outbreak who tested positive. Officials say the risk to the public remains low as additional passengers are being monitored.

HCMC crisis: Hennepin County board holds meeting on hospital's future

The future of Hennepin County Medical Center is up in the air as county leaders scramble to find a way to keep the hospital open.

Hennepin County Medical center facing closure: County board meets on hospital's future
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The Hennepin County Board is holding a special closed-door meeting to discuss the future of the struggling Hennepin County Medical Center (HCMC). As the state's premier Level One trauma center and a crucial safety-net hospital, HCMC has operated at a loss for seven of the last eight years. Without a swift funding solution, the hospital could close as soon as this summer.

MN leaders push to protect local medical care access [FULL]
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Hospital CEOs, leaders, and bipartisan lawmakers gathered at the Minnesota Capitol to urge action on HF 3609 in order to protect access to essential local health services before the legislative session ends. 

Amazon stocking Ozempic pills at kiosks, offering same-day delivery

Amazon is making Ozempic pills more accessible and stocking its U.S. kiosks with the medication and offering same-day delivery.

Sanford Health, North Memorial Health agree to combine

North Memorial Health and Sanford Health have signed an agreement to combine their nonprofit health systems.

White House says Trump's drugmaker deals could save economy $529B over next decade

President Trump’s “most favored nation” drugmaker deals could save the economy $529 billion over the next decade, a new White House analysis estimates.

Lawmakers work to save HCMC from closing
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The future of Minnesota’s largest safety-net hospital is uncertain as state lawmakers race to prevent Hennepin County Medical Center from shutting down. FOX 9’s Mike Manzoni has the latest details as a session deadline approaches.

Minnesota lawmakers assessing rescue plan for HCMC
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Lawmakers are racing against the clock to find a solution to support Hennepin County Medical Center (HCMC) before the legislative session ends. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the story.

HCMC funding problem running out of time
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Minnesota lawmakers have 12 days left in the legislative session to decide on a potential rescue plan for the state’s largest hospital. FOX 9’s Corin Hoggard has what you should know.

Supreme Court restores abortion pill access

The Supreme Court has restored broad access to the abortion pill mifepristone.

Trump says GLP-1 weight-loss drugs coming at $50 for Medicare patients

President Trump announced the popular GLP-1 weight loss drugs would soon be more accessible to millions of Americans at a cost of only $50 per month.

HCMC workers held May Day rally calling to save hospital from possible closure

Hennepin County Medical Center (HCMC) employees held a May Day rally to call for a permanent solution to save the hospital from closing, which could happen this summer if no solution is found.

Red alert: Nurses sound alarm over HCMC funding
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Minnesota nurses hold ‘RED ALERT’ rally to save Minneapolis’ Hennepin County Medical Center, the state’s largest hospital, which is in need “long-term financial solutions” to remain open. State lawmakers are currently discussing funding solutions before the legislative session ends.

Mayo Clinic AI tool helps catch pancreatic cancer
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A new AI tool at the Mayo Clinic help to predict pancreatic cancer earlier. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim has more.