Panda Fast returns to Mall of America
Starting Monday, Panda Fest is returning to the Mall of America for its second year. Organizers call it the nation’s fastest-growing Asian food and culture festival. Biu Biu Shoo, the founder of Panda Fest, joined FOX 9 News at 5 to talk about what to expect.
Starting Monday, Panda Fest is returning to the Mall of America for its second year. Organizers call it the nation’s fastest-growing Asian food and culture festival. Biu Biu Shoo, the founder of Panda Fest, joined FOX 9 News at 5 to talk about what to expect.
‘Meadow Makers’ group tends to plants at Theodore Wirth Park
Did you know a group of volunteers gathers every week at Theodore Wirth Park in Minneapolis to take care of the plants there? They call themselves “Meadow Makers,” and it’s open to anyone. Susan Wilkins, the curator for the Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden at the park, joined FOX 9 News at 5 to talk about the group.
Did you know a group of volunteers gathers every week at Theodore Wirth Park in Minneapolis to take care of the plants there? They call themselves “Meadow Makers,” and it’s open to anyone. Susan Wilkins, the curator for the Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden at the park, joined FOX 9 News at 5 to talk about the group.
St. Paul police connect with community through flag football
This week in St. Paul, police officers will take on high school players in a game of flag football. It's part of the departments mission to connect with the local community. Nikki Muelhausen with the St. Paul Police Department joined FOX 9 News at 5 to talk about the initiative.
This week in St. Paul, police officers will take on high school players in a game of flag football. It's part of the departments mission to connect with the local community. Nikki Muelhausen with the St. Paul Police Department joined FOX 9 News at 5 to talk about the initiative.
Rep. Craig addresses claims made by Sen. John Hoffman
Minnesota State Senator John Hoffman claimed that Congresswoman Angie Craig asked for his endorsement while he was still recovering from a gunshot injury from the Minnesota lawmaker shootings. FOX 9's Kelly O'Connell sat down with Rep. Craig to hear her response and her stance on other issues as the race heats up.
Minnesota State Senator John Hoffman claimed that Congresswoman Angie Craig asked for his endorsement while he was still recovering from a gunshot injury from the Minnesota lawmaker shootings. FOX 9's Kelly O'Connell sat down with Rep. Craig to hear her response and her stance on other issues as the race heats up.
Student standing behind Trump at Georgia speech speaks out after going viral
A Wheeler High School graduate went viral global after doing an impression of Donald Trump behind the president during a speech in Marietta.
A Wheeler High School graduate went viral global after doing an impression of Donald Trump behind the president during a speech in Marietta.
Arrest made after 12-year-old boy on bike shot and killed, 2 men injured in the Bronx
A shooting claimed the life of a boy innocently riding his bike through the Bronx on Saturday afternoon, and now a man has been taken into custody for his murder less than a day later.
A shooting claimed the life of a boy innocently riding his bike through the Bronx on Saturday afternoon, and now a man has been taken into custody for his murder less than a day later.
Another break-in at a Twin Cities card store
Punch Out Gaming was robbed early Saturday morning, losing thousands of dollars. FOX 9's Leon Purvis has more.
Punch Out Gaming was robbed early Saturday morning, losing thousands of dollars. FOX 9's Leon Purvis has more.
World record attempt for most bald men in one place
Bald Man Brew Co. gathered bald men to attempt to break the world record for most bald men in one place.
Bald Man Brew Co. gathered bald men to attempt to break the world record for most bald men in one place.
49ers coach Kyle Shanahan suffers significant injuries in offseason car wreck
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan will have limited participation at the start of training camp after suffering a concussion, a broken nose, broken ribs, and hand injuries in a recent car crash.
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan will have limited participation at the start of training camp after suffering a concussion, a broken nose, broken ribs, and hand injuries in a recent car crash.
Ryan's take over Mall of America
Hundreds of people named Ryan have come to Minnesota in an attempt to break a world record. FOX 9's Maury Glover explains.
Hundreds of people named Ryan have come to Minnesota in an attempt to break a world record. FOX 9's Maury Glover explains.
Helix apartment resident still want belongings
A full week after a fire tore through the Helix apartments in St. Louis Park some residents are still trying to recover their belongings. FOX 9’s Leon Purvis has the latest.
A full week after a fire tore through the Helix apartments in St. Louis Park some residents are still trying to recover their belongings. FOX 9’s Leon Purvis has the latest.
Tony Romo OWI arrest in Milwaukee, court date scheduled
Former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo was arrested for OWI, first offense, in Milwaukee on Thursday night, July 23.
Former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo was arrested for OWI, first offense, in Milwaukee on Thursday night, July 23.
St. Paul encampment clearings incoming
A new push to clear St. Paul homeless encampments has some of the city’s social service organizations scrambling to adjust and ready resources.
A new push to clear St. Paul homeless encampments has some of the city’s social service organizations scrambling to adjust and ready resources.
Alex Pretti memorial 6 months later
July 24, 2026, marks exactly six months since federal agents shot and killed Alex Pretti in Minneapolis. FOX 9’s Corin Hoggard visits a growing memorial site that people all over the world now visit to pay their respects.
July 24, 2026, marks exactly six months since federal agents shot and killed Alex Pretti in Minneapolis. FOX 9’s Corin Hoggard visits a growing memorial site that people all over the world now visit to pay their respects.
6 months since Alex Pretti was shot by ICE agent
It has been six months since Alex Pretti was fatally shot by an ICE agent in January. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has more.
It has been six months since Alex Pretti was fatally shot by an ICE agent in January. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has more.
Outreach groups warn against St. Paul encampment closures
The City of St. Paul is planning on closing down some of its biggest homeless encampments. But outreach groups warn it would just make things worse. FOX 9's Emily Pofahl has more.
The City of St. Paul is planning on closing down some of its biggest homeless encampments. But outreach groups warn it would just make things worse. FOX 9's Emily Pofahl has more.
Broadway for all: A sensory-friendly Wicked
A special sensory-friendly performance of Wicked is bringing live theater to more audiences through a collaboration between Fraser and Hennepin Arts. Fraser occupational therapist Gina Brady joins us to explain how sensory-friendly performances are adapted and why they're making Broadway more accessible.
A special sensory-friendly performance of Wicked is bringing live theater to more audiences through a collaboration between Fraser and Hennepin Arts. Fraser occupational therapist Gina Brady joins us to explain how sensory-friendly performances are adapted and why they're making Broadway more accessible.
Is your home ready for severe weather?
Severe weather season is here, but is your home prepared? Licensed insurance agent Matt Brannon joins us to explain what's typically covered by homeowners insurance, the biggest coverage gaps, and the simple steps you can take now to protect your home before the next storm.
Severe weather season is here, but is your home prepared? Licensed insurance agent Matt Brannon joins us to explain what's typically covered by homeowners insurance, the biggest coverage gaps, and the simple steps you can take now to protect your home before the next storm.
Motorcycle deaths rising in Minnesota
Motorcycle fatalities are up sharply in Minnesota this year, despite the state's new lane-filtering law taking effect last summer. We're joined by Jed Duncan, owner of Rider Academy, to talk about what's behind the increase, the biggest mistakes riders make, and how motorcyclists can stay safe for the rest of the riding season.
Motorcycle fatalities are up sharply in Minnesota this year, despite the state's new lane-filtering law taking effect last summer. We're joined by Jed Duncan, owner of Rider Academy, to talk about what's behind the increase, the biggest mistakes riders make, and how motorcyclists can stay safe for the rest of the riding season.
New restrictions coming for kratom in Minnesota
Minnesota is set to raise the legal age to buy or possess kratom from 18 to 21 beginning Aug. 1. We break down what kratom is, why health experts continue to raise concerns about its risks, and what the new law will mean for consumers and retailers.
Minnesota is set to raise the legal age to buy or possess kratom from 18 to 21 beginning Aug. 1. We break down what kratom is, why health experts continue to raise concerns about its risks, and what the new law will mean for consumers and retailers.