General Mills ditches artificial dye from Lucky Charms, Trix

General Mills announced it is dropping synthetic food dyes in its cereals, swapping them for natural alternatives to keep its products colorful.

Frozen buffalo chicken products recalled over inspection issue

Nearly 25,000 pounds of frozen buffalo chicken products are being recalled after they were produced without federal inspection.

Minnesota State Fair: What you need to know for 2026

The Minnesota State Fair runs Thursday, Aug. 27 to Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 7. This guide has everything you need to know about the 2026 Great Minnesota Get-Together from how much it costs and how to get there to all the new foods, attractions and entertainment.

Minnesota State Fair: What age should kids be allowed to go with friends alone?

The Minnesota State Fair starts this week and one Reddit post asking parents advice on what age their child could safely go alone has Minnesotans kicking off the fair with a debate over precautions instead of food.

Impending lawsuits over salmonella outbreak
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Two Wisconsin consumers plan to sue as one food safety attorney is questioning how a south Minneapolis sprouts distributor was still operating after federal inspectors found “serious violations” less than two years before a nationwide salmonella and E. coli outbreak. FOX 9’s Mike Manzoni has the latest.

Trump's plan to lower beef prices draws backlash
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President Donald Trump is turning to more beef imports from abroad to lower prices as the U.S. cattle herd reaches its smallest size in 75 years. Some American ranchers are pushing back, warning the short-term measure could have long-term consequences for the industry. FOX's Asher Redd reports.

University of Minnesota unveils winning Ice cream flavor for 175th anniversary

Minnesota’s love affair with dairy just got a little sweeter thanks to a new commemorative ice cream flavor born from a century-long partnership between the University of Minnesota and the state’s dairy industry.

University of Minnesota unveils 175th anniversary ice cream flavor
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The University of Minnesota celebrated its 175th anniversary by creating a special new ice cream flavor. Judges selected North Star Apple Crisp as the winner from about 500 submissions. FOX 9's Leah Beno has more.

‘Poop pills’ may point to new peanut allergy treatment, study finds

Researchers at Boston Children’s Hospital hope new research involving fecal transplants will help them find a permanent treatment for potentially deadly food allergies. 

FDA traces salmonella, E. coli outbreak to Mpls company
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The FDA has traced a Salmonella and E. coli to a Minneapolis sprouts company. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has more. 

The Gnome Craft Pub on St. Paul's Selby Avenue closes after 6 years

The Gnome Craft Pub on St. Paul's Selby Avenue is closed for good, with the owner saying “significant building problems" led to the decision to shut its doors after six years in business.

Why there have been so many food recalls
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Experts are saying the uptick in food recalls is due to better detection and communication. FOX 9's Leon Purvis has more. 

Farmers warn of 'catastrophic harvests' amid Europe drought
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European farmers are warning of "catastrophic harvests" as extreme heat and drought take a toll on crops and livestock. FOX 9 meteorologist Jared Piepenburg reports.

St. Paul pub owner fed up with crime
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A suspect has been arrested in the attempted burglary of two St. Paul businesses, with one owner telling FOX 9 he is fed up with increased crime in the area.

Dreyer’s recalls Outshine fruit bars over glass contamination fears

Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream is recalling several varieties of its fruit bars over concerns that they may be contaminated with glass.