Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan talks DNC at MN State Fair
Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan talks about the Democratic National Convention, Gov. Tim Walz's vice presidential nomination and much more at the Minnesota State Fair with FOX 9's Karen Scullin.
Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan talks about the Democratic National Convention, Gov. Tim Walz's vice presidential nomination and much more at the Minnesota State Fair with FOX 9's Karen Scullin.
71st Princess Kay of Milky Way visits FOX 9 booth
FOX 9?s anchors met new royalty at the Minnesota State Fair, as the recently crowned 71st Princess Kay of the Milky Way ? also known as Rachel Visser ? stopped by the FOX 9 booth located near the Grand Stand.
FOX 9?s anchors met new royalty at the Minnesota State Fair, as the recently crowned 71st Princess Kay of the Milky Way ? also known as Rachel Visser ? stopped by the FOX 9 booth located near the Grand Stand.
Minnesota State Fair sets new attendance record for opening day
A total of 138,875 people attended the Minnesota State Fair on Aug. 22, beating the previous opening day record of 133,326 people set in 2019, according to the fair's website.
A total of 138,875 people attended the Minnesota State Fair on Aug. 22, beating the previous opening day record of 133,326 people set in 2019, according to the fair's website.
Shayne Wells at MN State Fair 4-H Livestock Show
FOX 9's Shayne Wells checked out the 4H Livestock Show at the Minnesota State Fair. Thousands of animals, including goats, sheep, bunnies, alpacas and other farm critters come to the Minnesota State Fair every year.
FOX 9's Shayne Wells checked out the 4H Livestock Show at the Minnesota State Fair. Thousands of animals, including goats, sheep, bunnies, alpacas and other farm critters come to the Minnesota State Fair every year.
Pronto Pup or corn dog? MN State Fair debate
Fairgoers gave their takes on the timeless Minnesota State Fair debate: Pronto Pup or corn dog?
Fairgoers gave their takes on the timeless Minnesota State Fair debate: Pronto Pup or corn dog?
Getting there: MN State Fair parking reminders
FOX 9 Morning News takes a live look at one of the Minnesota State Fair parking lots Friday morning and early-rising fairgoers pour in.
FOX 9 Morning News takes a live look at one of the Minnesota State Fair parking lots Friday morning and early-rising fairgoers pour in.
US Sen. Tina Smith talks DNC at MN State Fair
U.S. Sen. Tina Smith spoke with FOX 9 Morning News about her time at the Democratic National Convention and Gov. Tim Walz's vice presidential nomination.
U.S. Sen. Tina Smith spoke with FOX 9 Morning News about her time at the Democratic National Convention and Gov. Tim Walz's vice presidential nomination.
Minnesota celebrates State Fair at the Democratic National Convention
Even in Chicago, Gov. Tim Walz and the DFL celebrated the opening day of the Minnesota State Fair with a very Minnesota approach.
Even in Chicago, Gov. Tim Walz and the DFL celebrated the opening day of the Minnesota State Fair with a very Minnesota approach.
Delegates get taste of MN State Fair at DNC
The morning after accepting the vice presidential nomination, Gov. Tim Walz and the DFL celebrated the opening day of the Minnesota State Fair during breakfast at the DNC.
The morning after accepting the vice presidential nomination, Gov. Tim Walz and the DFL celebrated the opening day of the Minnesota State Fair during breakfast at the DNC.
FOX 9 Junior Reporter Elle Cottew covers State Fair
FOX 9?s youngest reporter Elle Cottew speaks with Chef Yia Vang about his new food offering this year, and gets an inside looks at some of the Minnesota State Fair?s operations.
FOX 9?s youngest reporter Elle Cottew speaks with Chef Yia Vang about his new food offering this year, and gets an inside looks at some of the Minnesota State Fair?s operations.
MN State Fair kicks off with crowds, food and rain
The Great Minnesota Get-Together opened its gates for its first day to crowds of people hoping to get a glimpse at new foods, while braving a bit of rain in the afternoon. FOX 9?s Rob Olson recaps the commute, sights and sounds of Day 1.
The Great Minnesota Get-Together opened its gates for its first day to crowds of people hoping to get a glimpse at new foods, while braving a bit of rain in the afternoon. FOX 9?s Rob Olson recaps the commute, sights and sounds of Day 1.
Minnesota State Fair 2024: Scenes from 1st day
The rain didn't stop the Minnesota State Fair crowds on its opening day.
The rain didn't stop the Minnesota State Fair crowds on its opening day.
Gov. Walz offers Sweet Martha’s Cookies to DNC delegates for support
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz has become a favorite in the Democratic Party – and in return he shared a Minnesota State Fair favorite with delegates at the Democratic National Convention.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz has become a favorite in the Democratic Party – and in return he shared a Minnesota State Fair favorite with delegates at the Democratic National Convention.
The Jason Show at MN State Fair: Claw machine game
The FOX 9 Pavilion at the Minnesota State Fair is hosting a claw machine game packed with big prizes. Fairgoers can stop by from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. for a chance to play and win.
The FOX 9 Pavilion at the Minnesota State Fair is hosting a claw machine game packed with big prizes. Fairgoers can stop by from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. for a chance to play and win.
Walz surprises MN delegates with State Fair treat
Gov. Tim Walz made a surprise appearance at the DNC Minnesota delegation breakfast the morning after accepting the vice presidential nominee to thank the delegates for their support. In a true Minnesota fashion, Walz brought Sweet Martha Cookies in honor of the first day of the Minnesota State Fair.
Gov. Tim Walz made a surprise appearance at the DNC Minnesota delegation breakfast the morning after accepting the vice presidential nominee to thank the delegates for their support. In a true Minnesota fashion, Walz brought Sweet Martha Cookies in honor of the first day of the Minnesota State Fair.
First in line at the Minnesota State Fair
The Burgett family camped overnight ahead of the 2024 Minnesota State Fair in an attempt to be the first through the gates. This is the second year the Burgetts have been first in line for the Great Minnesota Get-Together.
The Burgett family camped overnight ahead of the 2024 Minnesota State Fair in an attempt to be the first through the gates. This is the second year the Burgetts have been first in line for the Great Minnesota Get-Together.
Getting to know Princess Kay of the Milky Way
FOX 9's Se Kwon is outside the gates of the Minnesota State Fair and spoke with Rachel Visser, the newly crowned Princess Kay of the Milky Way.
FOX 9's Se Kwon is outside the gates of the Minnesota State Fair and spoke with Rachel Visser, the newly crowned Princess Kay of the Milky Way.
St. Paul's El Burrito Mercado ready for 1st fair
The family-owned market and restaurant has been open for 45 years and after more than a decade of trying to score a spot at the Minnesota State Fair, El Burrito Mercado is getting ready to open their first food booth in the fair's International Bazaar.
The family-owned market and restaurant has been open for 45 years and after more than a decade of trying to score a spot at the Minnesota State Fair, El Burrito Mercado is getting ready to open their first food booth in the fair's International Bazaar.
MN weather: Hazy sunshine, scattered rain Thursday
The start of the Minnesota State Fair is expected to be met with hazy sunshine and the possibility of scattered showers later on Thursday. FOX 9 meteorologist Jennifer McDermed has the full forecast.
The start of the Minnesota State Fair is expected to be met with hazy sunshine and the possibility of scattered showers later on Thursday. FOX 9 meteorologist Jennifer McDermed has the full forecast.
MN State Fair: Dale K gives a tour of the FOX 9 booth
FOX 9 Garden Guy Dale K gives a tour of the FOX 9 booth at the Minnesota State Fair.
FOX 9 Garden Guy Dale K gives a tour of the FOX 9 booth at the Minnesota State Fair.