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.

Meta and YouTube facing landmark trial related to youth addiction claims

The two major tech companies will face a jury trial for the first time over allegations that their social platforms have contributed to youth mental health issues.

Social media ban in Australia starts for children under 16: Here's how it works

Hundreds of thousands of social media accounts are being deactivated as the world’s first social media ban goes into effect now in Australia for kids under 16. Here’s how it will work.

Mental health survey shows student improvement
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The Minnesota Department of Health’s 2025 student survey shows overall well-being is moving in the right direction – a reversal of a decades-long trend of declining mental health among students across the state.

Hennepin County opening $20M center to stabilize troubled youth

Hennepin County has invested $20 million in a brand-new, 13-bed Youth Stabilization Center to help support children with significant mental health needs.

Feeling SAD? Here's how to beat the winter blues

Experts say there are ways to combat seasonal affective disorder, better known as SAD.

Focusing on sobriety during the holiday season
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A Minnesota author discussed his new book aimed at helping others maintain their sobriety during the holiday season. FOX 9's Leah Beno spoke with Nick Hanson about "A Fragile Utopia," which shares his sobriety journey.

Invisible Wounds Project Wellness Summit this week
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The Invisible Wounds Project Wellness Summit is working to provide mental health support for veterans, first responders and those who serve them. The event runs from 9 a.m. on Nov. 17 to 5 p.m. on Nov. 18. FOX 9's Leah Beno spoke with Executive Director Russ Haines to learn more about the nonprofit and the summit.

Risk of gambling addiction reaches all-time high, experts say

The rise in sports betting apps and online casinos has also led to an notable increase in the number of people suffering from gambling addiction.

Mental health concerns in aviation industry: Pilot, psychotherapist on shutdown
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A former commercial pilot and psychotherapist spoke live on All Day about the rising mental health concerns in the aviation industry amid the government shutdown.

Minneapolis Fire Chief Tyner retiring after 30 years
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Minneapolis Fire Department Chief Bryan Tyner is retiring after more than 30 years of service. FOX 9's Leah Beno sat down with the chief to hear more about his outstanding career.