Minnesota inventor kills weeds without chemicals
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A Minnesota inventor has built a weed-killing machine that uses artificial intelligence, robotics, and steam — no chemicals required.

Minnesota school funding amendment explained
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Minnesota voters will decide this November whether to amend the state Constitution to change how revenue from the $2.3 billion Permanent School Fund is distributed to public schools.

Minnesota kindergarten vaccine rate drops as measles cases climb
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As measles cases surge across the country at levels not seen in more than three decades, new federal data shows Minnesota is near the bottom of the country when it comes to getting kids vaccinated before they start school. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the story.

Three people found dead in Inver Grove Heights home after welfare check
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Authorities say three people were found dead inside an Inver Grove Heights residence Sunday afternoon after police were called to do a welfare check on an individual. FOX 9's Leon Purvis has more.

Why this MN State Fair treat draws huge lines
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Tanghulu is drawing huge lines at the Minnesota State Fair, where Amanda and the team at Iemochi Japanese Confections are serving the fruit-and-sugar confection.

Deep Fried Olives mark 20 years at MN State Fair
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Deep Fried Olives are celebrating their 20th Minnesota State Fair, and meteorologist Ian Leonard stops by the stand near the Grandstand to visit longtime vendor

Warner Coliseum gets new life after 75 years
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The Minnesota State Fair's Lee and Rose Warner Coliseum has undergone a $24 million renovation, its first major renovation in 75 years.

How State Fair spiral potato chips are made
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Meteorologist Ian Leonard visits the Minnesota State Fair Food Building to see how spiral potato chips are made, even taking a turn with the drill used to cut the potatoes.

Inver Grove Heights police find 3 people dead
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Three people were found dead inside an Inver Grove Heights residence Sunday afternoon after police responded to a welfare check.

Wisconsin hunting season opens in September

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources has released guidelines and information for September's hunting season.

At least 1 dead, more than 20 missing and dozens airlifted from Grand Canyon after extreme flash flooding

Dozens of people are being airlifted to safety after sudden flash flooding surged through the Grand Canyon. Officials are now asking the public to give information for more than 20 individuals who may be missing or unaccounted for.

MN constitutional amendment vote to increase school funding
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Minnesota voters will face a ballot question about increasing the state's Permanent School Fund. Executive Director of the Minnesota Association of School Administrators, Dr. Matt Hillmann, spoke live with FOX 9's Leah Beno to discuss what the amendment would mean for students in Minnesota classrooms.

MN State Fair: Learning about native plants
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It's Indigenous Peoples' Day at the Minnesota State Fair, so FOX 9's Leah Beno spoke with two representatives from North American Traditional Indigenous Food Systems (NATIFS) to learn more.

Minnesota State Fair breaks record 2 days in a row
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The Minnesota State Fair broke attendance records two days in a row. FOX 9's Leon Purvis has more. 

'Princess Kay of the Milky Way' musical at Children's Theatre Company
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A new musical at Children's Theatre Company centers on the voices of rural kids and takes inspiration from the Minnesota State Fair. FOX 9's Leah Beno spoke with one of the performers to learn more. 

'Threshold' documentary: Recognizing eating disorders in athletes
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A new documentary follows Minnesota native Jessie Diggins during a pivotal time in her career as an Olympic cross-country skier. It also focuses on her recovery from an eating disorder. FOX 9's Leah Beno sat down with one of the film's directors and a doctor to learn more. Threshold is now available on Apple TV, Amazon Prime and YouTube after it premiered on Peacock.