Kansas measles cases reach 23; new Ohio outbreak sickens 10
A growing measles outbreak in Kansas has reached 23 cases and may be linked to earlier outbreaks in Texas and New Mexico. Ohio is now reporting 10 cases, with wider exposure concerns.
A growing measles outbreak in Kansas has reached 23 cases and may be linked to earlier outbreaks in Texas and New Mexico. Ohio is now reporting 10 cases, with wider exposure concerns.
Bird flu outbreak: Handle with care, not panic
Bird flu popped up in Minnesota dairy cattle again this week, setting off concerns about how safe our food is and whether we’ll ever get a break in the cost of eggs.
Bird flu popped up in Minnesota dairy cattle again this week, setting off concerns about how safe our food is and whether we’ll ever get a break in the cost of eggs.
MN lawmakers address bird flu outbreak concerns
Minnesota lawmakers and health officials are addressing the public on concerns over food supply disruption after bird flu was detected in a Minnesota dairy herd earlier this week. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the latest.
Minnesota lawmakers and health officials are addressing the public on concerns over food supply disruption after bird flu was detected in a Minnesota dairy herd earlier this week. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the latest.
Minnesota’s bird flu response outlined by state leaders as mutation continues
State leaders are providing insight into how they plan to handle a bird flu outbreak in Minnesota that is helping drive egg prices up.
State leaders are providing insight into how they plan to handle a bird flu outbreak in Minnesota that is helping drive egg prices up.
Minnesota health officials identify first measles case of 2025
A person who flew from Minnesota to Washington, D.C., later tested positive for measles and health officials warned others may have been exposed.
A person who flew from Minnesota to Washington, D.C., later tested positive for measles and health officials warned others may have been exposed.
MDH identifies 1st measles case of 2025
The Minnesota Department of Health has identified the state's first measles case of the year. Nearly 400 cases have been confirmed across 18 states so far this year. FOX 9's Bill Keller has more on the story.
The Minnesota Department of Health has identified the state's first measles case of the year. Nearly 400 cases have been confirmed across 18 states so far this year. FOX 9's Bill Keller has more on the story.
Opioid overdose deaths in Minnesota drop by 24%, study finds
The opioid overdose death rate in Minnesota dropped by 24.4% between 2023 and 2024 – one of the steepest declines nationwide.
The opioid overdose death rate in Minnesota dropped by 24.4% between 2023 and 2024 – one of the steepest declines nationwide.
Magic mushroom personal use penalties in MN eliminated in new bill
The personal use and possession of psilocybin – often found in recreational “magic mushrooms" – by people 21 and older would be decriminalized under the newly proposed bill.
The personal use and possession of psilocybin – often found in recreational “magic mushrooms" – by people 21 and older would be decriminalized under the newly proposed bill.
Brett Gardner's son died in his sleep on family vacation in Costa Rica: Details
In a statement to FOX 5, the State Department confirmed that the death happened on March 21 in Costa Rica and that they would be monitoring local authorities' investigation into the cause of death.
In a statement to FOX 5, the State Department confirmed that the death happened on March 21 in Costa Rica and that they would be monitoring local authorities' investigation into the cause of death.
RFK Jr. reportedly plans to ban pharmaceutical ads on TV
As Robert F. Kennedy Jr. settles into his role as President Donald Trump’s health secretary, one major promise he’s made is still on table - banning pharmaceutical ads.
As Robert F. Kennedy Jr. settles into his role as President Donald Trump’s health secretary, one major promise he’s made is still on table - banning pharmaceutical ads.
Dengue fever spreads in spring break locations
As spring break season is underway, the CDC released a warning about a rise in dengue fever cases, including an uptick in U.S. travelers. FOX 9?s Chenue Her has more on the story.
As spring break season is underway, the CDC released a warning about a rise in dengue fever cases, including an uptick in U.S. travelers. FOX 9?s Chenue Her has more on the story.
Family physician ready to go the distance after donating organs to 2 strangers
Sunday will be National Doctors' Day, which recognizes physicians who dedicate their lives to serving others. One doctor in Eagan has gone above and beyond to help those in need of life-saving organs.
Sunday will be National Doctors' Day, which recognizes physicians who dedicate their lives to serving others. One doctor in Eagan has gone above and beyond to help those in need of life-saving organs.
Eagan doctor eyes marathon goals
One doctor in Eagan has gone above and beyond to help those in need of life saving organs, but FOX 9?s Maury Glover explains how he is far from crossing the finish line of his favorite hobby.
One doctor in Eagan has gone above and beyond to help those in need of life saving organs, but FOX 9?s Maury Glover explains how he is far from crossing the finish line of his favorite hobby.
West Virginia becomes 1st state to ban range of food dyes
West Virginia’s governor signed a bill that would first ban food dyes in school meals - and eventually in products that are sold state-wide.
West Virginia’s governor signed a bill that would first ban food dyes in school meals - and eventually in products that are sold state-wide.
Rise in Dengue Fever cases prompts health alert for popular spring break spots
The CDC said that last year, a "record number of dengue cases" were identified in U.S. travelers, an 84% increase compared to 2023.
The CDC said that last year, a "record number of dengue cases" were identified in U.S. travelers, an 84% increase compared to 2023.
Minneapolis data details cost of homeless encampment closures
New data shows Minneapolis closed 17 homeless encampments in the second half of 2024. Officials say several other small encampments were shut down this year as neighbors worry about safety and livability issues in the surrounding areas.
New data shows Minneapolis closed 17 homeless encampments in the second half of 2024. Officials say several other small encampments were shut down this year as neighbors worry about safety and livability issues in the surrounding areas.
Paramedic honored for creating mental health support program
The Minnesota Ambulance Association honored more than 25 EMS professionals at an award ceremony on Tuesday, one of which is credited with supporting mental health after their own traumatic experience.
The Minnesota Ambulance Association honored more than 25 EMS professionals at an award ceremony on Tuesday, one of which is credited with supporting mental health after their own traumatic experience.
Buffalo splash pad inspired by boy's death from brain tumor
When life gives you a rainy day, play in the puddles. That's exactly what little Andrew Haggenmiller did in his short life.
When life gives you a rainy day, play in the puddles. That's exactly what little Andrew Haggenmiller did in his short life.
Buffalo community building tribute to local boy
The Buffalo community is coming together to build a splash pad to honor a local boy who died from a brain tumor. FOX 9's Mary McGuire has the story.
The Buffalo community is coming together to build a splash pad to honor a local boy who died from a brain tumor. FOX 9's Mary McGuire has the story.
Dr. Michael Osterholm reflects on COVID-19 outbreak: 5 years later
Dr. Michael Osterholm is a world-renowned epidemiologist at the University of Minnesota. He sounded the warning alarms in January 2020 about the dangers of COVID-19 and recalls he was initially met with some opposition from colleagues.
Dr. Michael Osterholm is a world-renowned epidemiologist at the University of Minnesota. He sounded the warning alarms in January 2020 about the dangers of COVID-19 and recalls he was initially met with some opposition from colleagues.