New LSD-based drug eases depression symptoms in late-stage trial

The latest LSD-based drug was used in a clinical trial to support patients with major depression in an initial step in bringing the drug closer to Food and Drug Administration submission and review.

Walking 1,776 miles for youth mental health
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Jason Lennox plans to walk 1,776 miles across Minnesota in an effort to highlight the struggles kids face, especially in rural areas, and raise awareness and resources. FOX 9’s Corin Hoggard has the story.

Minnesota’s new social media warning law goes into effect July 1

A new law in Minnesota will soon require social media platforms to warn users about potential mental health impacts every time they log in.

Report outlines child well-being latest rankings
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An annual ranking report details the current status of how children in Minnesota are doing – this year showing a slip in the nationwide rankings. FOX 9’s Tim Blotz explains.

Facebook, Instagram could shutdown in New Mexico over child safety dispute

Meta may consider pulling its social media services from New Mexico as state prosecutors intensify their push for reforms to the tech company's platforms.

Trump fast-tracks review of psychedelic drugs to treat depression, PTSD

President Trump signed an executive order to fast-track the study of using psychedelic drugs to treat Americans – especially veterans – living with depression, PTSD and other conditions.

Minnesota students and seclusion rooms: Ban debated
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Lawmakers are debating whether to ban seclusion rooms for students in third grade and below, with supporters citing safety and critics pointing to emotional harm, especially for minority and disabled students.

Hennepin Co. paramedics warn ‘chronic’ under-staffing creating crisis

Records show Hennepin County paramedics are consistently operating below staffing minimums as emergency call volumes increase, leading to union concerns about mental health and burnout.

Minnesota Supreme Court: Chief Justice Natalie Hudson to retire

Chief Justice Natalie Hudson will retire from the Minnesota Supreme Court in September after making history as the first person of color and third woman to serve in the role.

Walz defends mental health funding amid fraud concerns
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At the Capitol, Gov. Tim Walz joined advocates for Mental Health Day, highlighting the need to prioritize mental health funding. He pointed to ongoing trauma from recent federal immigration operations, saying recovery will take years, and emphasized that fraud concerns are not an excuse to defund legitimate programs.

Voices for Change: New journal aims to support Black men's mental health
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Josh Cobb has created a guided journal called The Black Parachute to support the mental health of African American men. The journal will be available for free this summer, with popups planned in St. Paul within the next month. FOX 9's Maury Glover has the story.

Advocates speak on Medicaid, mental health care in MN
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Mental health advocates held a press conference at the Minnesota Capitol to highlight how Medicaid services support mental health care across the state, and how funding cuts could impact that care.

Global Day of Unplugging: Can you put down your phone for 24 hours?

The Global Day of Unplugging is a “worldwide 24-hour digital pause where people and communities power down devices and power on real-world connection.”

Katherine Short, daughter of Martin Short, dies at 42: report

Katherine Hartley Short, the 42-year-old daughter of actor Martin Short and Nancy Dolman, has died in Los Angeles.

Mark Zuckerberg testifies in landmark social media addiction trial

Mark Zuckerberg is testifying Wednesday in a major social media trial. The plaintiff in the case is seeking to hold Meta and other social media organizations responsible for harms to children who use their platforms.

Doctors’ concerns this political session
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As Minnesota lawmakers head back to the Capitol, doctors are eager to discuss key health-related priorities such as gun safety, vaccinations and healthcare. FOX 9’s Corin Hoggard outlines their concerns on the eve of the opening night of the legislative session.