Mother calls for kratom regulation after son's opioid death
A Minnesota mother is calling for tighter rules on kratom and 7-OH after losing her son to an opioid overdose.
A Minnesota mother is calling for tighter rules on kratom and 7-OH after losing her son to an opioid overdose.
OD victim’s mother calls for further restrictions
A Chanhassen woman is calling for increased restrictions on kratom in Minnesota after her son died from an opioid overdose. FOX 9’s Mike Manzoni explains.
A Chanhassen woman is calling for increased restrictions on kratom in Minnesota after her son died from an opioid overdose. FOX 9’s Mike Manzoni explains.
CDC issues travel alert for dengue fever: See where it's spreading
The CDC is urging travelers to take preventative measures as dengue fever cases rise in more than a dozen countries.
The CDC is urging travelers to take preventative measures as dengue fever cases rise in more than a dozen countries.
Walz defends mental health funding amid fraud concerns
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.
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.
Minnesota kratom debate: Lawmakers consider restrictions on 'unapproved' supplement
Minnesota lawmakers are weighing new restrictions on kratom, a supplement that some use to treat anxiety or to help stop using opioids but which critics warn can be dangerous.
Minnesota lawmakers are weighing new restrictions on kratom, a supplement that some use to treat anxiety or to help stop using opioids but which critics warn can be dangerous.
Minnesota Brain Injury Survivors Mark 10 Years of ‘Unmasking Brain Injury’
The Minnesota Brain Injury Alliance is observing Brain Injury Awareness Month by marking the tenth anniversary of a groundbreaking project called Unmasking Brain Injury.
The Minnesota Brain Injury Alliance is observing Brain Injury Awareness Month by marking the tenth anniversary of a groundbreaking project called Unmasking Brain Injury.
What is Kratom, and what are the risks?
Dr. Alta Deroo of the Hazelden Betty Ford Clinic joined FOX 9 All Day to discuss Kratom and the risks associated with this drug. There is a bill at the Minnesota Capitol to increase the age to buy Kratom to 21 years old. Some states have banned the sale of the drug altogether.
Dr. Alta Deroo of the Hazelden Betty Ford Clinic joined FOX 9 All Day to discuss Kratom and the risks associated with this drug. There is a bill at the Minnesota Capitol to increase the age to buy Kratom to 21 years old. Some states have banned the sale of the drug altogether.
Minnesota library expands dementia care kits
A Minnesota library system is working to make meaningful connections easier for families facing memory loss.
A Minnesota library system is working to make meaningful connections easier for families facing memory loss.
Exercise-boosted liver enzyme tied to Alzheimer’s protection, study finds
Researchers at UC San Francisco have discovered how exercise may help protect the brain and reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease.
Researchers at UC San Francisco have discovered how exercise may help protect the brain and reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease.
Meta violated child safety laws, jury says: What this means for social media
A New Mexico jury ruled Tuesday that social media giant Meta harms children’s mental health and violates state consumer protection laws.
A New Mexico jury ruled Tuesday that social media giant Meta harms children’s mental health and violates state consumer protection laws.
Bodybuilding legend Lee Haney in need of kidney transplant
Eight-time Mr. Olympia Lee Haney is facing his toughest challenge yet: a search for a living kidney donor. After managing a chronic condition for nearly 30 years, the 66-year-old bodybuilding icon is calling on his global community to help him find a lifesaving match.
Eight-time Mr. Olympia Lee Haney is facing his toughest challenge yet: a search for a living kidney donor. After managing a chronic condition for nearly 30 years, the 66-year-old bodybuilding icon is calling on his global community to help him find a lifesaving match.
Barry Manilow reveals how routine doctor visit for hip pain uncovered hidden cancer diagnosis
The legendary performer, 82, revealed that what began as minor discomfort ultimately led to a stage 1 lung cancer diagnosis — discovered only because of a doctor’s instinct to look deeper.
The legendary performer, 82, revealed that what began as minor discomfort ultimately led to a stage 1 lung cancer diagnosis — discovered only because of a doctor’s instinct to look deeper.
USDA issues alert for ground beef over possible metal contamination
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has issued a public health alert for certain grass-fed ground beef sold in several states due to possible metal contamination.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has issued a public health alert for certain grass-fed ground beef sold in several states due to possible metal contamination.
Voices for Change: New journal aims to support Black men's mental health
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.
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.
David Simon, CEO of Simon Property Group, dies at 64
Simon Property Group said Monday that Chairman and CEO David Simon has died at 64 following a battle with cancer.
Simon Property Group said Monday that Chairman and CEO David Simon has died at 64 following a battle with cancer.
Advocates speak on Medicaid, mental health care in MN
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.
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.
These states rank as the most stressed places in America in 2026, data suggests
Americans are experiencing increasing stress fueled by economic uncertainty, workplace demands and social disconnection, according to a new WalletHub report.
Americans are experiencing increasing stress fueled by economic uncertainty, workplace demands and social disconnection, according to a new WalletHub report.
These states have the highest number of safe hospitals, according to new report
Healthgrades’ 2026 Patient Safety Excellence Awards recognized 438 hospitals across 40 states as among the top 10% nationwide for patient safety.
Healthgrades’ 2026 Patient Safety Excellence Awards recognized 438 hospitals across 40 states as among the top 10% nationwide for patient safety.
Over 150,000 COVID-19 deaths went uncounted early in pandemic, study finds
A new study suggests the true early toll of COVID-19 in the U.S. was significantly higher than official counts.
A new study suggests the true early toll of COVID-19 in the U.S. was significantly higher than official counts.
Bipartisan Parkinson's disease legislation aims to ban paraquat in Minnesota
New legislation in Minnesota aims to prevent the spread of Parkinson’s disease by banning a chemical found in some herbicides.
New legislation in Minnesota aims to prevent the spread of Parkinson’s disease by banning a chemical found in some herbicides.