Jennifer Finch, founding L7 bassist and songwriter, dies at 59

Jennifer Finch, the bassist, singer and songwriter best known for her work with pioneering rock band L7, has died at 59 after battling an aggressive form of brain cancer.

Taylor Farms recall: States where lettuce pulled over Cyclospora fears

Taylor Farms de Mexico’s statement detailing the recall on its products that contained iceberg lettuce from central Mexico linked to a Cyclospora outbreak lists what is included, as well as when and where those items were sold. 

Alaska cruise ship reports 3rd stomach illness outbreak in less than three months

A cruise ship that travels off the coast of Alaska during the summer has reported its third outbreak of stomach illnesses on board in less than three months.

Taylor Farms pulls Mexico iceberg lettuce as cyclospora outbreak investigation expands

Taylor Farms said it is voluntarily removing all iceberg lettuce sourced from central Mexico after the FDA linked a cyclosporiasis outbreak to shredded iceberg lettuce.

Kentucky family awarded record settlement against gun dealer

A ghost gun organization has been ordered to pay more than $100 million to a Kentucky family after the death of a teenager who bought a pistol-building kit online from the company.

Minnesota air quality: MPCA issues alert through Monday, warns of hazardous conditions

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency issued another air quality alert Friday, warning that wildfire smoke could bring hazardous air quality to parts of Minnesota through Monday.

Wildfire smoke health risks explained
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Air quality has improved across much of Minnesota, but concerns remain in northeastern Minnesota as wildfire smoke continues to impact the region. Dr. Abigail Miller of UnitedHealthcare discusses the health risks of wildfire smoke, whether masks help, and how people can protect themselves during poor air quality.

Taco Bell responds to fans after pulling lettuce following cyclospora outbreak

Taco Bell responded to fans via X after it pulled lettuce from one of its suppliers as federal investigators continue probing a fast-moving Cyclosporiasis outbreak tied to restaurants in five states.

Minneapolis has world's worst air quality Thursday amid wildfire smoke

Minneapolis has one of the worst air qualities in the world on Thursday morning as wildfire smoke continues to blanket much of the state.

Cyclospora outbreak possibly linked to lettuce from Taco Bell supplier: Report

The possible source of the cyclospora outbreak has been linked to lettuce sold by Taylor Farms to Taco Bell restaurants, according to a report by The Washington Post.

U of M receives $10M grant to study how animals fight viruses

Researchers at the University of Minnesota have received a grant to unlock how animals naturally fight off viral infections.

Merck's cholesterol pill Lipfendra wins FDA approval

Lipfendra, a new cholesterol pill, offers an alternative to help people reduce their risk of high cholesterol and heart disease.

How Minnesota's poor air quality can affect your health, pets

As hazardous air quality alerts continue due to wildfires and extreme heat, experts are sharing how it could affect your health, and how to protect both yourself and your pets from smoke and pollution.

Air quality alert: Hazardous air due to wildfire smoke
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Minneapolis has the second-worst air quality in the country on Thursday morning due to ground-level smoke from wildfires in northern Minnesota and Canada. FOX 9’s Bill Keller reports.  

What to know by about Cyclospora in MN
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FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has what to know about the ongoing outbreak of Cyclospora. 

Parasitic illness spreading: How to protect your family in Minnesota

A parasitic infection causing weeks of stomach trouble is spreading across the country, but Minnesota health officials are working to keep it at bay.

MN sues e-cig maker over 'deceptive marketing'
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Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison is taking legal action against a prominent e-cigarette manufacturer, citing violations of state laws on deceptive vaping products and consumer protection as teen vaping remains a national epidemic.

Blood test could help identify people at high risk for Alzheimer's, study suggests

A blood test may help predict whether healthy older adults are likely to develop Alzheimer’s symptoms within five to 10 years, researchers reported Wednesday.

Minnesota sues e-cigarette maker over deceptive vape marketing tactics

Minnesota is taking legal action against prominent e-cigarette manufacturer Maduro Distributors, citing violations of state laws on deceptive vaping products and consumer protection as teen vaping remains a national epidemic.