Airbnb deploys anti-party technology ahead of July 4 weekend
Airbnb is rolling out its anti-party technology ahead of the July 4 weekend to address the risk of disruptive parties in communities around the country on one of the busiest travel weekends of the year.
Airbnb is rolling out its anti-party technology ahead of the July 4 weekend to address the risk of disruptive parties in communities around the country on one of the busiest travel weekends of the year.
Metro Transit blue line construction: What to expect
Big changes are coming for Metro Transit commuters this week. Crews are updating and repairing stretches of both the Blue and Green Line light rail trains. Both lines will be replaced by buses. The Blue Line work starts Monday. Metro Transit Chief Operating Officer Brian Funk joined FOX 9 News at 5 to talk about how commuters should navigate the construction.
Big changes are coming for Metro Transit commuters this week. Crews are updating and repairing stretches of both the Blue and Green Line light rail trains. Both lines will be replaced by buses. The Blue Line work starts Monday. Metro Transit Chief Operating Officer Brian Funk joined FOX 9 News at 5 to talk about how commuters should navigate the construction.
Mortgage rates edge higher amid Iran tensions, inflation uncertainty
Mortgage rates edged slightly higher this week, with the average 30-year fixed loan rising to 6.49%, according to Freddie Mac, while remaining relatively stable over the past six weeks.
Mortgage rates edged slightly higher this week, with the average 30-year fixed loan rising to 6.49%, according to Freddie Mac, while remaining relatively stable over the past six weeks.
MSP Airport offers sensory-friendly space to support Special Olympians
The Twin Cities is hosting the Special Olympics USA Games, which means a lot of traveling for athletes with special needs. Fraser is partnering with the MSP Airport to offer a sensory-friendly space for stress-free travel. Gina Brady with Fraser joined the FOX 9 Saturday morning news to talk about the space for the athletes.
The Twin Cities is hosting the Special Olympics USA Games, which means a lot of traveling for athletes with special needs. Fraser is partnering with the MSP Airport to offer a sensory-friendly space for stress-free travel. Gina Brady with Fraser joined the FOX 9 Saturday morning news to talk about the space for the athletes.
Northeast Minneapolis couple's cookies go viral with nearly 500K views
A local couple’s cookie business is getting a lot of attention after a viral social media post, and they’re working hard to keep up with the demand.
A local couple’s cookie business is getting a lot of attention after a viral social media post, and they’re working hard to keep up with the demand.
Minneapolis couple goes viral for homemade cookies
The Golden Batch Bakery has seen a huge jump in orders after a Minneapolis couple’s homemade cookies went viral. FOX 9’s Maury Glover has the sweet story.
The Golden Batch Bakery has seen a huge jump in orders after a Minneapolis couple’s homemade cookies went viral. FOX 9’s Maury Glover has the sweet story.
Volkswagen reportedly considers closing 4 German factories, cutting up to 100,000 jobs
Volkswagen is reportedly considering closing four factories in Germany and eliminating up to 100,000 jobs as part of what could become the largest restructuring in the company's history.
Volkswagen is reportedly considering closing four factories in Germany and eliminating up to 100,000 jobs as part of what could become the largest restructuring in the company's history.
SNAP junk-food purchase restrictions take effect July 1 in Arkansas — See what other states have bans
Arkansas is implementing restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients and banning them from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food, joining other states too.
Arkansas is implementing restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients and banning them from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food, joining other states too.
I-494 closes overnight starting June 29 between I-35W, Highway 77
Drivers should plan ahead as overnight closures are coming to I-494 between I-35W and Highway 77 for bridge work and ongoing improvements.
Drivers should plan ahead as overnight closures are coming to I-494 between I-35W and Highway 77 for bridge work and ongoing improvements.
Polestar says it will stop selling cars in the US
Polestar, the Chinese-owned Swedish electric vehicle company, has been blocked from selling vehicles in the United States due to national security concerns.
Polestar, the Chinese-owned Swedish electric vehicle company, has been blocked from selling vehicles in the United States due to national security concerns.
SNAP payment errors hit $10.1B nationwide, surpassing federal threshold
The USDA says states are making billions in SNAP payment errors, triggering new rules and penalties aimed at improving accountability.
The USDA says states are making billions in SNAP payment errors, triggering new rules and penalties aimed at improving accountability.
Slate unveils $25K electric truck to be built in America
Slate Auto unveiled its newest electric pickup truck.
Slate Auto unveiled its newest electric pickup truck.
Thousands of mayflies swarm town in Ohio - and it's actually a good thing
Officials from the Ohio Division of Wildlife stumbled upon thousands of mayflies in the middle of Ottawa County this week.
Officials from the Ohio Division of Wildlife stumbled upon thousands of mayflies in the middle of Ottawa County this week.
Ellsworth Cheese Curd Festival celebrates 25th anniversary
If you feel the need, the need for cheese...swing by the Ellsworth Cheese curd Festival in Ellsworth, WI June 26-27
If you feel the need, the need for cheese...swing by the Ellsworth Cheese curd Festival in Ellsworth, WI June 26-27
TSA partners with Google Wallet for TSA PreCheck Touchless ID
The TSA announced a partnership with Google Wallet, allowing eligible travelers to enroll in TSA PreCheck Touchless ID directly through the app. See the U.S. airports where it's available.
The TSA announced a partnership with Google Wallet, allowing eligible travelers to enroll in TSA PreCheck Touchless ID directly through the app. See the U.S. airports where it's available.
Planning a July 4th getaway? Here are the top-ranked cities
A new WalletHub study ranks the best U.S. cities for celebrating the Fourth of July, evaluating the 100 largest cities based on factors including affordability, entertainment, safety, accessibility and holiday weather.
A new WalletHub study ranks the best U.S. cities for celebrating the Fourth of July, evaluating the 100 largest cities based on factors including affordability, entertainment, safety, accessibility and holiday weather.
FOX 9 Town Ball Tour: Sleepy Eye Coffee Co.
FOX 9’s Town Ball Tour rolls into Sleepy Eye this week, as Lauren Andrego checks in Wednesday morning at the Sleepy Eye Coffee Company before the game to show off the local company keeping players caffeinated, and doubles as a brewery later in the day.
FOX 9’s Town Ball Tour rolls into Sleepy Eye this week, as Lauren Andrego checks in Wednesday morning at the Sleepy Eye Coffee Company before the game to show off the local company keeping players caffeinated, and doubles as a brewery later in the day.
Summer storms drive up auto insurance costs
Minnesota’s rocky weather throughout the spring and summer can cause insurance claims to increase, and costs for drivers to rise. FOX 9’s Corin Hoggard explains why.
Minnesota’s rocky weather throughout the spring and summer can cause insurance claims to increase, and costs for drivers to rise. FOX 9’s Corin Hoggard explains why.
Minnesota car insurance rates climb after storms
Severe summer storms in Minnesota can leave more than just physical damage, as insurance rates jumped 29% between 2022 and 2024, outpacing the national average. FOX 9’s Corin Hoggard explains.
Severe summer storms in Minnesota can leave more than just physical damage, as insurance rates jumped 29% between 2022 and 2024, outpacing the national average. FOX 9’s Corin Hoggard explains.
New state-by-state ranking shows where Americans are most independent
As Americans gear up to celebrate Independence Day, a new study reveals the most independent states in the nation, ranking them on everything from financial stability to government dependence.
As Americans gear up to celebrate Independence Day, a new study reveals the most independent states in the nation, ranking them on everything from financial stability to government dependence.