Biden speaks in Duluth-Superior to tout infrastructure after State of the Union

As war rages in Europe and rising prices cause economic uncertainty in the U.S., President Joe Biden visited the Duluth-Superior region Wednesday for his first event after the State of the Union address.

More than a restaurant: Perkins in Edina closes after 50 years

One Perkins Family Restaurant has served up everything from early morning breakfasts to late night snacks over the years. But there were a lot of emotions as employees and customers prepare to say their final farewells.

Hedge fund profits from ashes of foreclosure

For Shanika Henderson the dream of owning her own home is on hold, but she can’t help wondering if her landlord took that dream away from her and hundreds of other potential home-owners in North Minneapolis.   

Voices for Change special: Closing the Racial Wealth Gap

FOX 9 Anchor Dawn Stevens hosts “Closing the Racial Wealth Gap,” a 30-minute Voices for Change special featuring local experts on why the wealth gap exists and the solutions needed to close it.

DFLers say Minnesota shouldn't charge gas tax this summer as inflation hedge

Rising prices for gas, food and other necessities are confounding Minnesota policymakers who feel pressure from voters but have few levers to tame inflation.

Senate GOP seeks permanent income tax cut; Democrats call for targeted relief

Minnesota Senate Republicans are proposing slashing the state's lowest income tax rate nearly in half, but Democrats believe a more targeted approach would be beneficial to those who need relief the most.

Q&A: St. Thomas professor discusses Ukraine and Russia conflict

On Thursday afternoon, FOX 9 Anchor Tim Blotz sat down with St. Thomas political science and foreign affairs professor Renee Buhr to discuss the history of tensions between Ukraine and Russia.

Minnesotans remember Grumpy Old Men, 1990's filming boom

Half Time Rec in the Como Park neighborhood is known for the bocce ball court in the basement, but its other claim to fame is a connection to one of the most iconic movies ever made in Minnesota.

Mpls restaurants Sen Yai Sen Lek, Dipped & Debris announce closures

After more than a decade in the Twin Cities restaurant business, the owners of two establishments in Northeast are calling it quits.

Interest rates could increase more than traditional quarter-point, US Fed governor says

Federal Reserve Governor Michelle Bowman says she's open to lifting interest rates by more than the traditional quarter-point at the central bank’s next meeting in March.

Wright County sees most new plat, parcel applications in 15 years

With housing prices throughout the Twin Cities remaining strong, and new ones being built not keeping up with demand, some prospective homeowners have turned to a new solution – breaking ground in Wright County.

Redmon’s Popcorn opens again after new partnership

If you want the best popcorn in the Twin Cities, most people will tell you Zach Redmon has it. Now there's a new place where you can find it.

Black Women's Empowerment Social promotes homeownership

A group including a local realtor, mortgage lender, and title closer are sharing their expertise in all aspects of the home buying process and hosting the first of its kind Black Women’s Empowerment Social.

US job growth soars past expectations with 467,000 added, shaking off omicron surge

U.S. job growth blew past expectations in January, as the economy brushed off a record-breaking surge in COVID-19 cases nationwide that threatened to sideline millions of workers and kept many consumers at home.

Mpls, St. Paul launch new electric car-sharing and charging station program

A new service will provide Minneapolis and St. Paul drivers with increased access to electric vehicle (EV) charging spots, and rentable electric vehicle options as well.

Valentine's Day 2022: Spending expected to near $24B

More than half of U.S. consumers are planning to celebrate Valentine's Day despite rising inflation.