Hennepin Commissioners drop 49% pay raise proposal after public outrage
After the court of public opinion lambasted their decision to increase wages by 49%, Hennepin County Commissioners have dropped their proposal.
After the court of public opinion lambasted their decision to increase wages by 49%, Hennepin County Commissioners have dropped their proposal.
What is Angelman syndrome? Colin Farrell opens up about 20-year-old son
Colin Farrell is opening up about life with his 20-year-old son who has Angelman syndrome as the actor launches a new foundation in his honor.
Colin Farrell is opening up about life with his 20-year-old son who has Angelman syndrome as the actor launches a new foundation in his honor.
Pain on the brain: Thinking too hard can actually hurt, a new study says
A new study published by the American Psychological Association finds that mental exertion may lead to negative feelings and frustration.
A new study published by the American Psychological Association finds that mental exertion may lead to negative feelings and frustration.
Is playing chess a weight-loss hack?
Chess requires players to sit for extended periods of time, but some evidence suggests that this stationary game can actually contribute to burning calories and shedding pounds.
Chess requires players to sit for extended periods of time, but some evidence suggests that this stationary game can actually contribute to burning calories and shedding pounds.
West Nile virus detected in Wisconsin from blood donor, dead bird
Wisconsin health officials say mosquitoes in the state are carrying the West Nile Virus after a blood donor and dead bird tested positive for the virus.
Wisconsin health officials say mosquitoes in the state are carrying the West Nile Virus after a blood donor and dead bird tested positive for the virus.
Elon Musk says 2nd patient implanted with Neuralink brain chip
Elon Musk shared details about a second patient that has been implanted with his company Neuralink’s cybernetic brain chip.
Elon Musk shared details about a second patient that has been implanted with his company Neuralink’s cybernetic brain chip.
Boar's Head recall: Woman files class action lawsuit against deli company
The listeria outbreak in Boar's Head meats has been linked to at least two deaths.
The listeria outbreak in Boar's Head meats has been linked to at least two deaths.
Here's how much exercise you need to offset the effects of sitting too much
A new study reveals that regular physical activity may significantly mitigate the health risks associated with prolonged sitting among adults.
A new study reveals that regular physical activity may significantly mitigate the health risks associated with prolonged sitting among adults.
Free back-to-school health screenings at Walmart on Saturday. Here's what to know
Families can get a free screening at a Walmart location in their area, and here's how it works.
Families can get a free screening at a Walmart location in their area, and here's how it works.
Ramsey County is billing people hundreds of times for mobile crisis services
Ramsey County billed people 745 times in the last 18 months, after individuals called the county’s crisis line for life-saving mobile crisis services, according to new data obtained by the FOX 9 Investigators.
Ramsey County billed people 745 times in the last 18 months, after individuals called the county’s crisis line for life-saving mobile crisis services, according to new data obtained by the FOX 9 Investigators.
33% of crisis responses were billed to individuals
Ramsey County billed people 745 times in the last 18 months, for calling the county?s crisis line. FOX 9 Investigator Nathan O'Neal has the story.
Ramsey County billed people 745 times in the last 18 months, for calling the county?s crisis line. FOX 9 Investigator Nathan O'Neal has the story.
Millennials, Gen Xers face higher risk of 17 cancers than previous generations, study says
A large study by researchers at the American Cancer Society found that Gen Xers and Millennials face a higher risk of developing certain types of cancers.
A large study by researchers at the American Cancer Society found that Gen Xers and Millennials face a higher risk of developing certain types of cancers.
Suicide deaths declined in Minnesota in 2023, down from all-time high
Deaths by suicide declined in Minnesota in 2023, according to the most recent data available.
Deaths by suicide declined in Minnesota in 2023, according to the most recent data available.
What is 'Teflon flu'? Illnesses linked to nonstick pans on the rise
Polymer fume fever, or “Teflon flu,” is a flu-like illness caused by inhaling the byproducts of nonstick pans.
Polymer fume fever, or “Teflon flu,” is a flu-like illness caused by inhaling the byproducts of nonstick pans.
Aliveness Project expands services to help Rainbow Health's former clients
Nearly two weeks ago, Rainbow Health announced it would cease operations, leaving thousands of Minnesotans living with HIV up in the air.
Nearly two weeks ago, Rainbow Health announced it would cease operations, leaving thousands of Minnesotans living with HIV up in the air.
MDH urges patients to vaccinate children for measles
What concerns epidemiologists about the recent measles cases in Minnesota is that none of the cases involve foreign travel or contact with someone who has traveled to an area where measles has not been eradicated.
What concerns epidemiologists about the recent measles cases in Minnesota is that none of the cases involve foreign travel or contact with someone who has traveled to an area where measles has not been eradicated.
Amazon expanding RxPass to Minnesota customers
Amazon Prime prescription subscription service RxPass is now available for customers in Minnesota, Amazon announced Tuesday.
Amazon Prime prescription subscription service RxPass is now available for customers in Minnesota, Amazon announced Tuesday.
MN tribe suing social media companies over teen addiction, suicide rate
A northern Minnesota tribe is the first in Minnesota to file a lawsuit against several social media companies, alleging addiction to their products has contributed to mental issue issues and increased suicide rates among teen users.
A northern Minnesota tribe is the first in Minnesota to file a lawsuit against several social media companies, alleging addiction to their products has contributed to mental issue issues and increased suicide rates among teen users.
Tongue-tie in babies may be overdiagnosed and needlessly treated, AAP says
A new report by the American Academy of Pediatrics reveals that tongue-tie may be overdiagnosed in the U.S. and too often treated with unnecessary surgery.
A new report by the American Academy of Pediatrics reveals that tongue-tie may be overdiagnosed in the U.S. and too often treated with unnecessary surgery.
Minnesota sees surge in calls to poison control centers as wild mushrooms thrive
Heavy rain this spring and summer across Minnesota has allowed mushrooms to thrive — this has led to a surge in calls to poison control centers.
Heavy rain this spring and summer across Minnesota has allowed mushrooms to thrive — this has led to a surge in calls to poison control centers.