St. Paul man honored as hero after stopping bus
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A 27-year-old man from St. Paul jumped onto a runaway school bus carrying 19 Battle Creek Middle School students and stopped it this week. FOX 9’s Maury Glover has the story.

Ilhan Omar answers questions regarding name change
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Congresswoman Ilhan Omar is answering questions regarding her legal name after being the center of an investigation into her immigration status this week. FOX 9’s Mike Manzoni has the latest.

Laura Owens sentenced for fake pregnancy scheme targeting former 'Bachelor' star

An Arizona woman was sentenced on Friday after admitting to faking pregnancies and fabricating medical records to target multiple men, including a former "Bachelor" star.

More MN farmers facing foreclosure, mediation
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More Minnesota farmers are on the verge of foreclosure this year than the last three combined. FOX 9’s Emily Pofahl examines the reasons behind their current struggle.

1st congressional district: Finstad vs. Johnson attack ads
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FOX 9's Corin Hoggard fact checks the political ads between Rep. Brad Finstad and Jake Johnson, who are both running for the congressional district one seat. 

Brewers host Rays in Game 1 of World Series
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The Milwaukee Brewers are hosting the Tampa Bay Rays in Game 1 of the MLB World Series Friday. Twin Cities local Hunter Quinn is in Milwaukee for the game and tells FOX 9 about the atmosphere in the city. 

How safe is your Midwest city for trick-or-treaters?

Halloween is an exciting night for young families, with trick-or-treaters donning costumes and collecting sweet treats. But, with children out in the streets after dark, there’s also a distinct potential for danger. So, which cities are safest for trick-or-treaters?

Wright County Sheriff's Office launches new program to track responders mental health
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CLARIFICATION: In the video, we say Washington County but the program is actually in Wright County, Minnesota. The Wright County Sheriff’s Office launched an innovative law enforcement wellness program to help identify and prevent PTSD, anxiety, depression, and burnout among deputies, dispatchers, and corrections officers. Using predictive analytics, a wellness scorecard, and confidential peer support, the program tracks stressful calls and connects employees with mental health resources before a crisis develops.

Breast cancer awareness: Being your own advocate when navigating a diagnosis
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Fox 9 is hosting a series of conversations with the Susan G. Komen foundation during Breast Cancer Awareness month to go beyond the pink. In this conversation, they discuss the strength and benefits of being your own advocate when you are seeking screenings or navigating a diagnosis. 

Some Wisconsin high school football teams shift state tournament game for World Series
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Two major events in Wisconsin are going head to head Friday night: The Brewers first World Series in 44 years and the 2026 WIAA Boys High School Football State Tournament. To help all Brewers fans with a foot in both worlds, the league is working with interested schools to reschedule Friday night football games. 

Hennepin Co. Attorney race: Conversation with candidate Frazier
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Candidate for Hennepin County Attorney's Office, Cedrick Frazier, spoke about his vision ahead of the election and what sets him apart from his opponent, Anders Folk.

Rep. Ilhan Omar clarifies full name
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After questions about an alleged alias, Rep. Ilhan Omar told FOX 9, “My name is Ilhan Abdullahi Omar.” FOX 9 also found her junior-year Edison High School photo from Minneapolis, where the yearbook lists her as “Ilhan Omar.” 

Four Minnesota sisters bond through cancer diagnosis, battle
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, founded in 1985 by the American Cancer Society to encourage routine mammograms. The Tupy sisters, four altogether, have had a breast cancer battle that has tested their strength, deepened their bonds and provided many lessons for others. FOX 9's Kelcey Carlson has the story.

Women's wellness experiences: What's behind their popularity

Women's wellness experiences are growing in popularity. Many say the in-person connection to work out in community is even greater after the solitude of the pandemic.

Magician Harry Houdini died in Detroit 100 years ago this Halloween

Halloween marks 100 years since Harry Houdini's death in Detroit. Here's a look back at his final performance in the Motor City – and the magician's showmanship and mystery.

Elections 2026:  Politicians make last big push before midterms
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Many races are looking tight in the last stretch ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, and national leaders are making the rounds to shore up support with constituents. FOX News political reporter Doug Luzader has the latest details. 

Brewers manager Pat Murphy helps coach Wisconsin youth baseball

Caledonia's Hitters Sandlot team got direct coaching from Milwaukee Brewers Manager Pat Murphy. Young players practiced fundamentals at Helfaer Field right before the NLCS

LIVE: Brewers World Series Game 1 Friday, what fans need to know

The Milwaukee Brewers face the Tampa Bay Rays in Game 1 of the World Series at American Family Field. Here's everything you need to know Friday.

Demuth and Klobuchar clash in MN governor race
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The Minnesota governor's race is heating up as the parents of a 10-year-old girl killed in the Annunciation shooting accuse candidate Lisa Demuth of blocking key gun control legislation. Jackie Flavin and Mike Moyski, campaigning alongside Amy Klobuchar, say Demuth broke her promise to allow a floor vote on an assault-style weapons ban. Demuth defended her record during a recent televised debate, pointing to alternative school safety measures her campaign supported.

Ilhan Omar reveals details of federal raid
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Rep. Ilhan Omar is sharing new details about an early morning federal raid on her Washington, D.C., home involving up to 25 agents. During an interview with MS Now, the Minnesota congresswoman called the search "obnoxious" and detailed the 17 items seized amid an investigation into her immigration paperwork. Omar maintains she did nothing wrong and revealed she plans to move due to ongoing death threats and safety concerns now that her address is public. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has more.