Hennepin County begins testing public beaches
Crew with Hennepin County are starting to test lakes to ensure popular swimming spots are safe.
Crew with Hennepin County are starting to test lakes to ensure popular swimming spots are safe.
Trump on new Iran strikes, shaky ceasefire
The ceasefire between the U.S., Israel, and Iran is being tested once again after Iran launched a ballistic missile toward Kuwait overnight, and American forces shot down five Iranian attack drones near the Strait of Hormuz. Despite the shaky ceasefire and a resulting spike in oil prices, President Trump is still pushing for a diplomatic deal, emphasizing that Iran cannot be allowed to have a nuclear weapon.
The ceasefire between the U.S., Israel, and Iran is being tested once again after Iran launched a ballistic missile toward Kuwait overnight, and American forces shot down five Iranian attack drones near the Strait of Hormuz. Despite the shaky ceasefire and a resulting spike in oil prices, President Trump is still pushing for a diplomatic deal, emphasizing that Iran cannot be allowed to have a nuclear weapon.
Ebola outbreak: Trump admin surges aid to Congo
The Trump administration is ramping up its response to a growing number of Ebola cases in Central Africa as the outbreak reaches a grim milestone of over 1,000 suspected cases. With 100 tons of medicine and protective equipment arriving in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, public health officials warn the outbreak—now the third largest on record—is fast outpacing containment efforts.
The Trump administration is ramping up its response to a growing number of Ebola cases in Central Africa as the outbreak reaches a grim milestone of over 1,000 suspected cases. With 100 tons of medicine and protective equipment arriving in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, public health officials warn the outbreak—now the third largest on record—is fast outpacing containment efforts.
Video: Sea lion leaps into canoe during Monterey Bay race
An enthusiastic sea lion leaped out of the Monterey Bay over Memorial Day weekend, hopping onto a racing outrigger canoe, before slipping back into the saltwater and becoming an instant viral sensation.
An enthusiastic sea lion leaped out of the Monterey Bay over Memorial Day weekend, hopping onto a racing outrigger canoe, before slipping back into the saltwater and becoming an instant viral sensation.
City of Oak Grove petitions to allow paper voter rosters in 2026 election
The City of Oak Grove, with the help of the Upper Midwest Law Center, is asking the Minnesota Supreme Court to allow paper voter rolls to be used in the 2026 election.
The City of Oak Grove, with the help of the Upper Midwest Law Center, is asking the Minnesota Supreme Court to allow paper voter rolls to be used in the 2026 election.
Trump warns Oman amid new strikes on Iran
The US has carried out new strikes against Iran as Kuwait faces drone and missile attacks overnight. US officials confirmed the shootdown of several Iranian attack drones, as well as an attack on a ground control station. During a recent cabinet meeting, President Trump stated that Iran wants a deal, while also issuing a new threat to Oman over access to the Strait of Hormuz.
The US has carried out new strikes against Iran as Kuwait faces drone and missile attacks overnight. US officials confirmed the shootdown of several Iranian attack drones, as well as an attack on a ground control station. During a recent cabinet meeting, President Trump stated that Iran wants a deal, while also issuing a new threat to Oman over access to the Strait of Hormuz.
Lark Toys: World-famous toy shop made with love and wood
A toy shop in southeast Minnesota is helping families create life-long memories with thousands of handmade toys, a wooden carousel and an antique toy museum. FOX 9's Maury Glover has the full story.
A toy shop in southeast Minnesota is helping families create life-long memories with thousands of handmade toys, a wooden carousel and an antique toy museum. FOX 9's Maury Glover has the full story.
Man fatally shot during prayer service in Shakopee
A man was fatally shot in Shakopee during a prayer service. FOX 9's Leon Purvis has more.
A man was fatally shot in Shakopee during a prayer service. FOX 9's Leon Purvis has more.
Who will be the next Minneapolis police chief?
After Brian O'Hara's sudden resignation, there is speculation on who the next Minneapolis police chief will be and if the city is a hard sell for possible candidates. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has more.
After Brian O'Hara's sudden resignation, there is speculation on who the next Minneapolis police chief will be and if the city is a hard sell for possible candidates. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has more.
Frey stands by his decisions regarding Mpls police chief
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey defended his decisions when it came to police chief Brian O'Hara and the allegations that were made against him. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim has more.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey defended his decisions when it came to police chief Brian O'Hara and the allegations that were made against him. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim has more.
Moment of Zen: Loon family spotted at French Regional Park
FOX 9 Photojournalist Ahmad-Seraj Sarim was at French Regional Park in Plymouth Wednesday morning and spotted a family of loons in the water.
FOX 9 Photojournalist Ahmad-Seraj Sarim was at French Regional Park in Plymouth Wednesday morning and spotted a family of loons in the water.
Who is stepping in as Minneapolis police chief?
Katie Blackwell is now acting police chief in Minneapolis, after the former chief, Brian O'Hara, resigned. Black was formerly the assistant chief. FOX 9's Rob Olson has more.
Katie Blackwell is now acting police chief in Minneapolis, after the former chief, Brian O'Hara, resigned. Black was formerly the assistant chief. FOX 9's Rob Olson has more.
Resignation reaction: O'Hara out as Minneapolis police chief
Many people are reacting to the sudden resignation of Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara. FOX 9's Karen Scullin has more.
Many people are reacting to the sudden resignation of Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara. FOX 9's Karen Scullin has more.
WA man accused of throwing rock at monk seal pleads not guilty in Hawaii court
A Covington man accused of throwing a rock at an endangered Hawaiian monk seal pleaded not guilty in a Honolulu courtroom on Wednesday.
A Covington man accused of throwing a rock at an endangered Hawaiian monk seal pleaded not guilty in a Honolulu courtroom on Wednesday.
Black bears wander into Elk River neighorhood
Elk River resident Jason Olson got quite the surprise during a recent check of his Blink camera at his home. A couple of bears wandered into the driveway, and one was looking for food in a birdfeeder.
Elk River resident Jason Olson got quite the surprise during a recent check of his Blink camera at his home. A couple of bears wandered into the driveway, and one was looking for food in a birdfeeder.
Minneapolis Police Department: What's next after Brian O'Hara resignation?
Brian O'Hara resigned as Minneapolis Police Chief Tuesday night amid an ongoing investigation. Katie Blackwell takes over as the acting chief. FOX 9's Rob Olson looks into what's next for the department.
Brian O'Hara resigned as Minneapolis Police Chief Tuesday night amid an ongoing investigation. Katie Blackwell takes over as the acting chief. FOX 9's Rob Olson looks into what's next for the department.
Brian O'Hara resigns as MPD Chief: Minneapolis leaders react
Minneapolis City Council leaders are demanding answers from Mayor Jacob Frey following the sudden resignation of Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara on Tuesday. FOX 9's Karen Scullin has the latest.
Minneapolis City Council leaders are demanding answers from Mayor Jacob Frey following the sudden resignation of Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara on Tuesday. FOX 9's Karen Scullin has the latest.
Anna Kepner update: Timeline, witness statements the night of teen girl's death
An unsealed federal court transcript details a minute-by-minute timeline from closed-circuit television footage linking Anna Kepner's stepbrother, Timothy Hudson, 16, to the being in the cabin the last time she was seen alive.
An unsealed federal court transcript details a minute-by-minute timeline from closed-circuit television footage linking Anna Kepner's stepbrother, Timothy Hudson, 16, to the being in the cabin the last time she was seen alive.
Minneapolis debates data center moratorium
Minneapolis leaders are weighing a possible pause on new data center development. Dan McConnell joins us to talk about the debate over growth, energy use, and what data centers could mean for downtown Minneapolis.
Minneapolis leaders are weighing a possible pause on new data center development. Dan McConnell joins us to talk about the debate over growth, energy use, and what data centers could mean for downtown Minneapolis.
Mayor Frey on Brian O'Hara resignation as Mpls police chief
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob speaks more in-depth on the resignation of the police chief Brian O'Hara's resignation.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob speaks more in-depth on the resignation of the police chief Brian O'Hara's resignation.