Minneapolis ordinance would raise price of cigarettes to $15
Tobacco users in Minneapolis may begin to see $15 as their cheapest option for a pack of cigarettes if the Minneapolis City Council approves a proposed ordinance.
Tobacco users in Minneapolis may begin to see $15 as their cheapest option for a pack of cigarettes if the Minneapolis City Council approves a proposed ordinance.
Federal rule issues time off for pregnancy care, abortions
The regulations allow workers to request time off for obtaining an abortion and recovering from the procedure.
The regulations allow workers to request time off for obtaining an abortion and recovering from the procedure.
'Counterfeit' Botox warning: Women hospitalized in several US states, CDC says
At least 19 women across nine states reported harmful reactions from “counterfeit or mishandled" Botox injections, the CDC said.
At least 19 women across nine states reported harmful reactions from “counterfeit or mishandled" Botox injections, the CDC said.
Teen marijuana use concerning among addiction officials
"We’ve seen an increase of individuals that are using cannabis. As young as 13 years old we’ve seen patients come in with cannabis use disorder," said one Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation counselor.
"We’ve seen an increase of individuals that are using cannabis. As young as 13 years old we’ve seen patients come in with cannabis use disorder," said one Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation counselor.
Here's how much sleep the average American is getting each night
A recent poll examines a connection between adequate sleep and overall health, with most Americans saying they would feel better with more rest.
A recent poll examines a connection between adequate sleep and overall health, with most Americans saying they would feel better with more rest.
Here are the 20 worst US cities for seasonal allergies – and some of the best
Suffer from seasonal allergies? The most challenging U.S. cities for living with allergies in 2024 were revealed the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America's annual report.
Suffer from seasonal allergies? The most challenging U.S. cities for living with allergies in 2024 were revealed the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America's annual report.
Can’t stop using Afrin and other decongestant nasal sprays? You’re not alone
Oxymetazoline decongestant nasal sprays like Afrin should only be used for three days in a row. Here’s what happens if you don’t – or can’t – stop.
Oxymetazoline decongestant nasal sprays like Afrin should only be used for three days in a row. Here’s what happens if you don’t – or can’t – stop.
Study: Anxiety tops mental health concerns for employees
In a recent study, it was discovered that almost 25% of individuals who sought mental health treatment through their employers within the last year identified anxiety as their foremost concern.
In a recent study, it was discovered that almost 25% of individuals who sought mental health treatment through their employers within the last year identified anxiety as their foremost concern.
Girls on the Run MN helping girls build confidence
Girls on the Run Minnesota is a nonprofit to help promote self-confidence in young girls through physical activity and friendship. Executive Director of Girls on the Run Minnesota, Kathleen Cannon, and two runners, third graders Hazel Paul and Lyla Floyd joined FOX 9's Leah Beno to talk about the program. To learn more about their program, go their website gotrmn.org.
Girls on the Run Minnesota is a nonprofit to help promote self-confidence in young girls through physical activity and friendship. Executive Director of Girls on the Run Minnesota, Kathleen Cannon, and two runners, third graders Hazel Paul and Lyla Floyd joined FOX 9's Leah Beno to talk about the program. To learn more about their program, go their website gotrmn.org.
Wisconsin husband and wife perfect match for kidney donation
Since they got married more than 20 years ago, Corey O'Neil and Julie Skog-O'Neil always knew they were a perfect match. They just didn't realize how true that sentiment would become many years later.
Since they got married more than 20 years ago, Corey O'Neil and Julie Skog-O'Neil always knew they were a perfect match. They just didn't realize how true that sentiment would become many years later.
Wisconsin couple shares organ donation story
A Wisconsin couple had a rare perfect match for kidney donation. Julie Skog-O'Neil became a match to donate a kidney to her husband, Corey O'Neil. FOX 9's Mary McGuire has the story.
A Wisconsin couple had a rare perfect match for kidney donation. Julie Skog-O'Neil became a match to donate a kidney to her husband, Corey O'Neil. FOX 9's Mary McGuire has the story.
Bird flu outbreak: Are milk and eggs safe?
Health officials affirm the safety of the U.S. food supply following a bird flu outbreak in dairy cows across eight states, calming concerns about egg and dairy consumption.
Health officials affirm the safety of the U.S. food supply following a bird flu outbreak in dairy cows across eight states, calming concerns about egg and dairy consumption.
US measles cases rising in 2024. But what’s causing the increase?
So far this year, more than 110 measles cases have been reported in the U.S., according to the CDC.
So far this year, more than 110 measles cases have been reported in the U.S., according to the CDC.
After son needed transplant at 19 months, MN parents urge others to become donors
At two months old, both of Coyle's kidneys were shot. More than a year later, after months of waiting, Coyle got what his parents prayed for and what he needed desperately: a kidney transplant. Now, the Faribault family is urging others to sign up to become donors.
At two months old, both of Coyle's kidneys were shot. More than a year later, after months of waiting, Coyle got what his parents prayed for and what he needed desperately: a kidney transplant. Now, the Faribault family is urging others to sign up to become donors.
MN parents urge people to become organ donors
After their son needed a transplant at 19 months, two Minnesota parents are encouraging others to become organ donors. FOX 9's Tim Blotz has the story.
After their son needed a transplant at 19 months, two Minnesota parents are encouraging others to become organ donors. FOX 9's Tim Blotz has the story.
Napping at work? Survey reveals how many workers sleep on the clock
The survey found remote workers took the longest naps.
The survey found remote workers took the longest naps.
PFAS and cancer: The truth behind 'forever chemicals'
The Biden administration has implemented stringent regulations on "forever chemicals" in drinking water
The Biden administration has implemented stringent regulations on "forever chemicals" in drinking water
PFAS: EPA imposes first-ever limits on 'forever chemicals' in drinking water
Toxic PFAS, or perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are widespread and long lasting in the environment. Here’s a look at the EPA’s new “life-changing” rule.
Toxic PFAS, or perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are widespread and long lasting in the environment. Here’s a look at the EPA’s new “life-changing” rule.
Accelerated aging connected to cancer risk in younger adults, study finds
Researchers in a recent study found that increased biological age could contribute to early-onset cancers in adults younger than 55.
Researchers in a recent study found that increased biological age could contribute to early-onset cancers in adults younger than 55.
St. Paul teen uses poetry to heal, advocate for mental health awareness
A local high school student is bringing awareness of mental health through literature.
A local high school student is bringing awareness of mental health through literature.