Heavy flooding at Gooseberry Falls State Park
Spring weather is causing some big changes for visitors at Gooseberry Falls State Park, as authorities warn of flooding conditions.
Spring weather is causing some big changes for visitors at Gooseberry Falls State Park, as authorities warn of flooding conditions.
Spring fishing tips with Youtuber Tom Boley
With the ice off most of the lakes around Minnesota and Wisconsin, we are seeing more and more boats heading out on the water to do some fishing. FOX 9's Jared Pienpenburg sat down with former Wisconsin fishing guide turned hit Youtuber @TomBoley for some tips ahead of the fishing opener. Wisconsin's opener is next weekend and Minnesota's walleye is two weeks out. Boley gives us some tips to find walleyes in May.
With the ice off most of the lakes around Minnesota and Wisconsin, we are seeing more and more boats heading out on the water to do some fishing. FOX 9's Jared Pienpenburg sat down with former Wisconsin fishing guide turned hit Youtuber @TomBoley for some tips ahead of the fishing opener. Wisconsin's opener is next weekend and Minnesota's walleye is two weeks out. Boley gives us some tips to find walleyes in May.
Roommate charged with killing 2 missing USF students; one found dead, search continues for second
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office has upgraded charges against Hisham Abugharbieh in connection to the disappearance of two USF students.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office has upgraded charges against Hisham Abugharbieh in connection to the disappearance of two USF students.
WWII vet brought back to MN
An emotional homecoming was held Friday for a World War II veteran who never made it back from the war. Captain Willibald "Bill" Bianchi of New Ulm received the Medal of Valor for going above and beyond the call of duty. FOX 9’s Maury Glover shows us how Bianchi is finally on his way to his final resting place in his hometown.
An emotional homecoming was held Friday for a World War II veteran who never made it back from the war. Captain Willibald "Bill" Bianchi of New Ulm received the Medal of Valor for going above and beyond the call of duty. FOX 9’s Maury Glover shows us how Bianchi is finally on his way to his final resting place in his hometown.
Minneapolis shooting raises MPD response questions
A Minneapolis city audit is raising new questions about how police responded when Davis Moturi was shot in the neck by his neighbor in 2024. FOX 9’s Leon Purvis has more on what the audit found.
A Minneapolis city audit is raising new questions about how police responded when Davis Moturi was shot in the neck by his neighbor in 2024. FOX 9’s Leon Purvis has more on what the audit found.
Minnesota looking to lure more sports events
Minnesota is looking to boost its chances of landing more big-name sporting events with a new plan at the Capitol. FOX 9’s Corin Hoggard outlines lawmakers’ plan to make Minnesota an all-sports destination.
Minnesota is looking to boost its chances of landing more big-name sporting events with a new plan at the Capitol. FOX 9’s Corin Hoggard outlines lawmakers’ plan to make Minnesota an all-sports destination.
Edina man charged in deadly shooting
An Edina man faces murder charges after authorities believe an argument led to the fatal shooting of another near Southdale Center. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has the latest.
An Edina man faces murder charges after authorities believe an argument led to the fatal shooting of another near Southdale Center. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has the latest.
31 sloths died at Sloth World Orlando-owned warehouse: FWC reports
(Update 4/24/26): The Central Florida Zoo said more than a dozen sloths from Sloth World had been donated to them. The zoo is going to evaluate them and then work with the Species Survival Plan Program to find long-term homes for them at other AZA-accredited facilities. Read more.
(Update 4/24/26): The Central Florida Zoo said more than a dozen sloths from Sloth World had been donated to them. The zoo is going to evaluate them and then work with the Species Survival Plan Program to find long-term homes for them at other AZA-accredited facilities. Read more.
Sloth World Orlando to file for bankruptcy, will no longer open; 'we have no other options'
The owner of Sloth World Orlando confirmed to FOX 35 on Friday afternoon that he plans to file for bankruptcy protection, and that he will no longer move forward with plans to open his "slotharium."
The owner of Sloth World Orlando confirmed to FOX 35 on Friday afternoon that he plans to file for bankruptcy protection, and that he will no longer move forward with plans to open his "slotharium."
Twin Cities among worst in nation for particle pollution
The Twin Cities got an 'F' grade for particle pollution in a new American Lung Association report, ranking 39th worst in the nation for soot. Jon Hunter tells us that the report says children are especially vulnerable, with hundreds of thousands of Minnesota kids breathing unhealthy air.
The Twin Cities got an 'F' grade for particle pollution in a new American Lung Association report, ranking 39th worst in the nation for soot. Jon Hunter tells us that the report says children are especially vulnerable, with hundreds of thousands of Minnesota kids breathing unhealthy air.
Spring Flood Run brings thousands of motorcycles to the roads
Brad Smith tells us about the Flood Run, the season opener for motorcyclists across Minnesota. The event is expected to bring thousands of motorcycles to the roads this weekend. Public safety officials are urging drivers to watch for riders and use extra caution to help prevent crashes.
Brad Smith tells us about the Flood Run, the season opener for motorcyclists across Minnesota. The event is expected to bring thousands of motorcycles to the roads this weekend. Public safety officials are urging drivers to watch for riders and use extra caution to help prevent crashes.
U.S. attorney submits recommendation on whether the DOJ should seek death penalty for Boelter
Prosecutors have taken a formal step in Vance Boelter's case, with U.S. Attorney Daniel Rosen submitting a recommendation on whether to seek the death penalty. The final decision now rests with top Justice Department officials. Attorney Mike Bryant weighs in on what this means and what happens going forward.
Prosecutors have taken a formal step in Vance Boelter's case, with U.S. Attorney Daniel Rosen submitting a recommendation on whether to seek the death penalty. The final decision now rests with top Justice Department officials. Attorney Mike Bryant weighs in on what this means and what happens going forward.
Avoiding bears in the wild: DNR expert shares safety tips
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Wildlife Extension Specialist Franklin Whittaker shared tips on how to avoid encounters with bears in the wild.
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Wildlife Extension Specialist Franklin Whittaker shared tips on how to avoid encounters with bears in the wild.
Bus crash near Pentagon injures 23, including 10 Defense personnel
A collision between two commuter buses near the Pentagon injured 23 people Friday morning, including 10 Department of Defense personnel, according to a statement from the Pentagon Force Protection Agency obtained by FOX News.
A collision between two commuter buses near the Pentagon injured 23 people Friday morning, including 10 Department of Defense personnel, according to a statement from the Pentagon Force Protection Agency obtained by FOX News.
Nancy Guthrie disappearance: Day 83 latest updates
Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, has been missing for 83 days. Authorities believe she was abducted from her Tucson-area home sometime between Jan. 31 and Feb. 1.
Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, has been missing for 83 days. Authorities believe she was abducted from her Tucson-area home sometime between Jan. 31 and Feb. 1.
Trump extends Jones Act waiver amid Iran war
President Trump has granted a 90-day Jones Act waiver in an effort to curb energy costs as the war with Iran continues.
President Trump has granted a 90-day Jones Act waiver in an effort to curb energy costs as the war with Iran continues.
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Pentagon gives update on Iran war, US blockade [FULL]
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Caine held a press briefing at the Pentagon on April 24, 2026. The briefing focused on the Iran war and the ongoing U.S. Navy blockade near the Strait of Hormuz.
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Caine held a press briefing at the Pentagon on April 24, 2026. The briefing focused on the Iran war and the ongoing U.S. Navy blockade near the Strait of Hormuz.
FOX 9 Morning News: April 24,2026
FOX 9 Morning News: April 24,2026
FOX 9 Morning News: April 24,2026
Trump authorizes US navy to destroy Iranian fast boats
Sec. Pete Hegseth said President Trump has authorized the US Navy to attack Iranian fast boats that attempt to put mines in the water or disrupt passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
Sec. Pete Hegseth said President Trump has authorized the US Navy to attack Iranian fast boats that attempt to put mines in the water or disrupt passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
Hennepin County Medical Center: Officials discuss saving hospital
Federal funding cuts have put Hennepin County Medical Center is a dire financial situation, and state officials are one step closer to passing a plan that includes $150 million in state funding over the next two years to save the struggling hospital. The plan also includes increasing county sales tax.
Federal funding cuts have put Hennepin County Medical Center is a dire financial situation, and state officials are one step closer to passing a plan that includes $150 million in state funding over the next two years to save the struggling hospital. The plan also includes increasing county sales tax.