Klobuchar questions Patel on Good, Pretti cases
Sen. Klobuchar questioned FBI Director Patel about the investigations into the killings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti, including concerns about the FBI's handling of the cases.
Sen. Klobuchar questioned FBI Director Patel about the investigations into the killings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti, including concerns about the FBI's handling of the cases.
FBI will ‘continue to root out’ fraud in Minnesota, Patel says
Sen. Amy Klobuchar asked FBI Director Kash Patel for an update on fraud investigations in Minnesota and across the country during a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing. Patel said the Feeding Our Future investigation remains ongoing and that the FBI will “continue to root out that fraud in Minnesota.”
Sen. Amy Klobuchar asked FBI Director Kash Patel for an update on fraud investigations in Minnesota and across the country during a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing. Patel said the Feeding Our Future investigation remains ongoing and that the FBI will “continue to root out that fraud in Minnesota.”
Skoloft: Modist's little helper for Vikings Season
Modist Brewing Co. recently released Skoloft, a beer designed to help Vikings fans get through another season.
Modist Brewing Co. recently released Skoloft, a beer designed to help Vikings fans get through another season.
Video: Lightning strike halts Disney World monorail, temporarily strands passengers
A group of people spending the day at Walt Disney World in Florida had an extended ride aboard the theme park's iconic monorail after the track was reportedly hit by lightning during a round of thunderstorms, according to Storyful.
A group of people spending the day at Walt Disney World in Florida had an extended ride aboard the theme park's iconic monorail after the track was reportedly hit by lightning during a round of thunderstorms, according to Storyful.
FBI Director Patel pressed on key Minnesota investigations
Sen. Amy Klobuchar questioned FBI Director Kash Patel during a Senate Judiciary Committee oversight hearing about several issues involving Minnesota. Patel addressed ongoing investigations into fraud, the shootings of Alex Pretti and Renee Good, and recent cyberattacks targeting municipal water systems.
Sen. Amy Klobuchar questioned FBI Director Kash Patel during a Senate Judiciary Committee oversight hearing about several issues involving Minnesota. Patel addressed ongoing investigations into fraud, the shootings of Alex Pretti and Renee Good, and recent cyberattacks targeting municipal water systems.
Bird flu confirmed in Barron County commercial poultry flock
Avian influenza, also known as bird flu, has been identified in a commercial poultry flock in Barron County.
Avian influenza, also known as bird flu, has been identified in a commercial poultry flock in Barron County.
Bad Pants Open marks 20 years of golfing for a cause
Golfers are sporting their wildest pants for FOX 9 Chief Meteorologist Ian Leonard’s 20th annual Bad Pants Open. The sold-out golf tournament raises money for Special Olympics Minnesota and PGA Reach Minnesota.
Golfers are sporting their wildest pants for FOX 9 Chief Meteorologist Ian Leonard’s 20th annual Bad Pants Open. The sold-out golf tournament raises money for Special Olympics Minnesota and PGA Reach Minnesota.
Supreme Court rejects Trump's mail-in ballot restrictions
The Supreme Court rejected President Donald Trump’s executive order to restrict mail-in voting ahead of the midterm elections. FOX 9's Chenue Her reports.
The Supreme Court rejected President Donald Trump’s executive order to restrict mail-in voting ahead of the midterm elections. FOX 9's Chenue Her reports.
Kenny Chesney to kick off 2027 stadium tour in Tampa
Country music icon Kenny Chesney is returning to stadium stages for his 19-market Original Vibe Room Tour 2027, kicking off April 24 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa.
Country music icon Kenny Chesney is returning to stadium stages for his 19-market Original Vibe Room Tour 2027, kicking off April 24 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa.
Trump pushes back on calls for more AI regulation
President Donald Trump is pushing back on efforts to slow AI development as lawmakers raise concerns about potential risks. Sen. John Kennedy says he plans to introduce legislation requiring AI “kill switches,” while other lawmakers are calling for additional oversight. FOX's Doug Luzader reports.
President Donald Trump is pushing back on efforts to slow AI development as lawmakers raise concerns about potential risks. Sen. John Kennedy says he plans to introduce legislation requiring AI “kill switches,” while other lawmakers are calling for additional oversight. FOX's Doug Luzader reports.
MPS weighs school closures as budget deficit nears $40M
Minneapolis Public Schools district is facing a nearly $40 million budget deficit driven by declining enrollment, funding cuts and rising costs. Three options to address the deficit will be presented at Tuesday's board meeting, with school closures expected to be among the proposals. FOX 9's Bill Keller reports.
Minneapolis Public Schools district is facing a nearly $40 million budget deficit driven by declining enrollment, funding cuts and rising costs. Three options to address the deficit will be presented at Tuesday's board meeting, with school closures expected to be among the proposals. FOX 9's Bill Keller reports.
Push for statewide cell phone ban in schools
With school back in session the subject of students and screen time is front and center again. FOX 9’s Maury Glover has the latest.
With school back in session the subject of students and screen time is front and center again. FOX 9’s Maury Glover has the latest.
New warnings over AI’s development
New warnings have revived debate on artificial intelligence and whether advanced technology could pose a threat to humans. FOX 9’s Soyoung Kim has the latest.
New warnings have revived debate on artificial intelligence and whether advanced technology could pose a threat to humans. FOX 9’s Soyoung Kim has the latest.
Gavin Newsom says he won’t run for president if Kamala Harris runs in 2028
Gavin Newsom said he would not run for president in 2028 if Kamala Harris decides to run.
Gavin Newsom said he would not run for president in 2028 if Kamala Harris decides to run.
Minneapolis schools weigh transformation plan
Minneapolis Public Schools Superintendent Lisa Sayles-Adams says the district is preparing three programmatic options as part of its school transformation process. Sayles-Adams says MPS is “spread too thin” and needs structural changes as it faces factors including underfunding, school choice and demographic changes. The school board will ultimately decide which path to take, with possible implementation in the 2027-28 school year.
Minneapolis Public Schools Superintendent Lisa Sayles-Adams says the district is preparing three programmatic options as part of its school transformation process. Sayles-Adams says MPS is “spread too thin” and needs structural changes as it faces factors including underfunding, school choice and demographic changes. The school board will ultimately decide which path to take, with possible implementation in the 2027-28 school year.
Concordia-St. Paul lowers tuition by 20% for 2027-28 school year
While college tuition keeps climbing across the country, one Twin Cities university is lowering tuition to attract new students. Concordia University St. Paul is lowering its in-person undergrad tuition by $5,500 next year. That brings the cost, not including room and board, down to $21,700 for both new and current students. FOX 9's Emily Pofahl has the story.
While college tuition keeps climbing across the country, one Twin Cities university is lowering tuition to attract new students. Concordia University St. Paul is lowering its in-person undergrad tuition by $5,500 next year. That brings the cost, not including room and board, down to $21,700 for both new and current students. FOX 9's Emily Pofahl has the story.
Balancing AI innovation and public safety
The development of artificial intelligence (AI) is moving faster than even its creators have expected, sparking a debate about surrounding what guardrails should be put in place in the name of safety.
The development of artificial intelligence (AI) is moving faster than even its creators have expected, sparking a debate about surrounding what guardrails should be put in place in the name of safety.
Minnesota health department specialist talks Asthma Peak Week
If you or someone you know lives with asthma, right now isn't just the start of fall, it's historically the most dangerous time of the year. The third week of September is known as Asthma Peak Week. Every year around this time, hospitals and emergency rooms see a spike is asthma attacks and respiratory emergencies. Andrea Hickle, the asthma program manager for the Minnesota Department of Health, joined FOX 9 News at 5 to talk about Asthma Peak Week.
If you or someone you know lives with asthma, right now isn't just the start of fall, it's historically the most dangerous time of the year. The third week of September is known as Asthma Peak Week. Every year around this time, hospitals and emergency rooms see a spike is asthma attacks and respiratory emergencies. Andrea Hickle, the asthma program manager for the Minnesota Department of Health, joined FOX 9 News at 5 to talk about Asthma Peak Week.
New TSA program allows people without tickets past security
The Transportation Security Administration is launching a new program allowing people with TSA PreCheck to go through security without a boarding pass and go to the gate to meet travelers.
The Transportation Security Administration is launching a new program allowing people with TSA PreCheck to go through security without a boarding pass and go to the gate to meet travelers.
TSA brings back gate access for some non-ticketed travelers
Thrifty Traveler’s Gunnar Olson joins us to explain TSA’s new Gateside by TSA PreCheck program, which allows eligible PreCheck members to enter secure gate areas without a ticket at participating airports.
Thrifty Traveler’s Gunnar Olson joins us to explain TSA’s new Gateside by TSA PreCheck program, which allows eligible PreCheck members to enter secure gate areas without a ticket at participating airports.