RFK Jr faces pushback after questioning safety of Dunkin’, Starbucks sugary drinks

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. ignited backlash online after questioning whether high-sugar iced coffee drinks sold at Dunkin’ and Starbucks are safe.

American Airlines becomes first US first carrier to restore  Venezuela flights since 2019 shutdown

American Airlines is set to resume nonstop flights to Venezuela after the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) approved the carrier’s request Wednesday, making it the first U.S. airline to restore service between the two countries since 2019.

SNAP junk food purchase ban: Four more states to implement restrictions — See other states with bans

Kansas, Ohio, Nevada, and Wyoming are the latest states that will implement restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients and banning them from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food.

Refusing to wear headphones could get you kicked off United flights

United Airlines recently added a headphone policy to its “Contract of Carriage," the legally binding terms passengers agree to when purchasing an airline ticket.

Global travel impacted by Iran war
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Escalating conflict in the Middle East is creating a travel nightmare for thousands of people stuck abroad. The State Department said on Wednesday that a charter flight of American Citizens left the Middle East for the U.S., and additional flights are expected.  

Pothole season makes a return to the Twin Cities
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Potholes are keeping auto repair shops busy this season in Minnesota. FOX 9's Leon Purvis has more. 

Iran attacks have some travelers trying to leave Middle East stranded
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Some travelers trying to leave the Middle East during attacks on Iran are stranded due to airports being closed. The U.S. State Department is working to get thousands of travelers home. FOX 9's Amalia Roy has more.

Home values are rising again — Here’s where the market is rebounding

U.S. home values rose in February for the first time in seven months, and existing home sales increased from a year earlier, according to Zillow.

Millions of pounds of frozen food products recalled due to possible glass contamination

A recall for millions of pounds of food products from Ajinomoto Foods sold nationwide has expanded due to possible foreign material contamination, according to an alert from the Food Safety and Inspection Service. 

Iran attacks leaving some travels at U.S. airports stranded
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Ongoing tensions with Iran and airstrikes in the area are leaving some travelers trying to get to the Middle East stranded. FOX's Chelsea Torres has more.

Road construction season in Minnesota well underway
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Minnesota's road construction season is well underway. Interstate 494 will be closed in both directions this weekend from I-35W to Highway 77. The Nicollet Avenue bridge in south Minneapolis closes Monday for 18 months. FOX 9's Lauren Andrego has the details

Papa Johns is closing 300 restaurants: What to know

Papa Johns has announced plans to close roughly 300 restaurants across North America. Here's what we know.

These states stand out as the best for women in 2026, study finds

A new WalletHub report examines how women are faring across the United States in 2026, highlighting ongoing gaps in pay, political representation and opportunity.

Enough Said: Wild, Wolves and airport pajamas
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On this week's Enough Said, Dan Barreiro, Justin Gaard and Lori Fisher discuss the Wild being back after Olympic break, the Wolves winning record and if pajamas should really be banned from the airport.

Mexico unrest sparks spring break shakeups at last minute as travelers scramble and pivot

Spring break travelers are changing their vacation plans based on Mexico violence concerns. Travel advisors recommend Caribbean alternatives amid Puerto Vallarta security concerns.

State Farm to issue $100 average refunds to car insurance customers: What to know

State Farm says it’s giving $5 billion in cash back to its car insurance customers, which amounts to a $100 average refund for more than 49 million policies. Here’s what to know:

Target will only sell cereals without synthetic colors

This spring, Target is making a significant change to its cereal offerings by only offering cereals made without synthetic colors. Here's what you need to know.

Twin Cities beloved D'Amico and Sons restaurants closing

The Twin Cities dining scene is saying goodbye to a long-standing favorite, D'Amico and Sons, as it prepares to close its last two locations.