Omar Fateh comes up short in Minneapolis mayoral race
Omar Fateh thanked his supporters after being defeated by Jacob Frey in the race for Minneapolis mayor. FOX 9's Rob Olson has the latest report.
Omar Fateh thanked his supporters after being defeated by Jacob Frey in the race for Minneapolis mayor. FOX 9's Rob Olson has the latest report.
Federal officials investigation fatal UPS plane crash in Louisville
At least 11 people were killed Tuesday when a UPS cargo plane crashed in Louisville, Kentucky. Federal officials are on-site, looking into what happened.
At least 11 people were killed Tuesday when a UPS cargo plane crashed in Louisville, Kentucky. Federal officials are on-site, looking into what happened.
Inside Minnesota's cannabis safety checks
Minnesota's cannabis industry is taking root, with dozens of businesses undergoing a key inspection. Minny Grown, a facility in Cannon Falls, recently underwent an inspection by the Office of Cannabis Management.
Minnesota's cannabis industry is taking root, with dozens of businesses undergoing a key inspection. Minny Grown, a facility in Cannon Falls, recently underwent an inspection by the Office of Cannabis Management.
Elections across U.S. mark big night for Democrats
In elections across the country Tuesday night, it was largely a big night for Democrats. Zhoran Mamdani is the new Mayor of New York City after edging out Andrew Cuomo.
In elections across the country Tuesday night, it was largely a big night for Democrats. Zhoran Mamdani is the new Mayor of New York City after edging out Andrew Cuomo.
Omar Fateh comes up short in Minneapolis mayoral race
FOX 9's Rob Olson takes a look at what's next for Minnesota State Senator Omar Fateh after came up short as the main challenger to Jacob Frey in the Minneapolis mayoral race.
FOX 9's Rob Olson takes a look at what's next for Minnesota State Senator Omar Fateh after came up short as the main challenger to Jacob Frey in the Minneapolis mayoral race.
Mayor Frey elected to a third term in Minneapolis
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey spoke on the plan for his third mayoral term in the City of Minneapolis. FOX 9's Karen Scullin has the latest.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey spoke on the plan for his third mayoral term in the City of Minneapolis. FOX 9's Karen Scullin has the latest.
Behind the documentary "Gales of November: The Edmund Fitzgerald"
Fifty years after the Edmund Fitzgerald vanished beneath Lake Superior, FOX 9’s Doc 9 Originals team dives deep to uncover what still lies beneath the waves — and what the legend got wrong. 'Gales of November: Diving the Edmund Fitzgerald' takes viewers behind the scenes of the daring investigation and the making of this powerful new documentary. FOX 9 Executive Producer of Investigations and Documentaries Joe Augustine gives us an inside look into the documentary.
Fifty years after the Edmund Fitzgerald vanished beneath Lake Superior, FOX 9’s Doc 9 Originals team dives deep to uncover what still lies beneath the waves — and what the legend got wrong. 'Gales of November: Diving the Edmund Fitzgerald' takes viewers behind the scenes of the daring investigation and the making of this powerful new documentary. FOX 9 Executive Producer of Investigations and Documentaries Joe Augustine gives us an inside look into the documentary.
Potential airspace shutdown, Kaohly Her wins St. Paul, Edmund Fitzgerald documentary & more: Nov. 5, 2025
Today’s episode of The Afternoon Shift with Adam Llorens and Maxx Fuller dives into the biggest headlines across Minnesota and beyond, blending live updates, local insight, and thoughtful conversation. St. Paul makes history as Kaohly Her is elected the city’s first woman and first Hmong-American mayor, defeating incumbent Melvin Carter III in a stunning upset. We look at what Her’s win means for the capital city — from public safety and housing priorities to how her leadership could reshape city hall and community engagement. Across the river, we break down Minneapolis and statewide election results, including key school board races and local ballot measures that signal where Minnesota voters stand heading into 2026. On the national front, we look at trends emerging from Tuesday’s vote — what’s shifting, what’s holding steady, and what it might preview for next year’s presidential cycle. As the 50th anniversary of the Edmund Fitzgerald approaches, a new documentary — Gales of November: Diving the Edmund Fitzgerald — revisits the tragedy that claimed 29 lives on Lake Superior. We explore how filmmakers gained rare access to the wreck site and why the ship’s story still resonates across the Great Lakes five decades later. And in sports, the Minnesota Twins officially introduce Derek Shelton as their new manager, marking a fresh start for the clubhouse and sparking early buzz about how his leadership could shape the team’s direction heading into next season.
Today’s episode of The Afternoon Shift with Adam Llorens and Maxx Fuller dives into the biggest headlines across Minnesota and beyond, blending live updates, local insight, and thoughtful conversation. St. Paul makes history as Kaohly Her is elected the city’s first woman and first Hmong-American mayor, defeating incumbent Melvin Carter III in a stunning upset. We look at what Her’s win means for the capital city — from public safety and housing priorities to how her leadership could reshape city hall and community engagement. Across the river, we break down Minneapolis and statewide election results, including key school board races and local ballot measures that signal where Minnesota voters stand heading into 2026. On the national front, we look at trends emerging from Tuesday’s vote — what’s shifting, what’s holding steady, and what it might preview for next year’s presidential cycle. As the 50th anniversary of the Edmund Fitzgerald approaches, a new documentary — Gales of November: Diving the Edmund Fitzgerald — revisits the tragedy that claimed 29 lives on Lake Superior. We explore how filmmakers gained rare access to the wreck site and why the ship’s story still resonates across the Great Lakes five decades later. And in sports, the Minnesota Twins officially introduce Derek Shelton as their new manager, marking a fresh start for the clubhouse and sparking early buzz about how his leadership could shape the team’s direction heading into next season.
National airspace closure looms as government shutdown deepens
A potential airspace shutdown is on the horizon as the government crisis intensifies, threatening to bring U.S. air travel to a standstill. Federal officials are warning that continued funding gridlock could have devastating consequences for the aviation system — from unpaid workers to grounded flights. Thousands of air traffic controllers, already working without pay, are expected to miss a second paycheck. Professor Heather McNevin with the Department of Aviation at Minnesota State University, Mankato explains more.
A potential airspace shutdown is on the horizon as the government crisis intensifies, threatening to bring U.S. air travel to a standstill. Federal officials are warning that continued funding gridlock could have devastating consequences for the aviation system — from unpaid workers to grounded flights. Thousands of air traffic controllers, already working without pay, are expected to miss a second paycheck. Professor Heather McNevin with the Department of Aviation at Minnesota State University, Mankato explains more.
Kaohly Her defeats Melvin Carter to become St. Paul’s first Hmong American mayor
It was a historic night in St. Paul — Kaohly Her has unseated incumbent Mayor Melvin Carter, becoming the first Hmong-American and first woman ever elected mayor of the city. After trailing Carter in the first round of ranked-choice voting, Her rallied support to secure a majority in Round 2, marking a stunning political comeback and a groundbreaking moment for representation in Minnesota politics. FOX 9 Morning News anchor Chenue Her breaks it all down.
It was a historic night in St. Paul — Kaohly Her has unseated incumbent Mayor Melvin Carter, becoming the first Hmong-American and first woman ever elected mayor of the city. After trailing Carter in the first round of ranked-choice voting, Her rallied support to secure a majority in Round 2, marking a stunning political comeback and a groundbreaking moment for representation in Minnesota politics. FOX 9 Morning News anchor Chenue Her breaks it all down.
Behind the scenes of election coverage: Kelcey Carlson shares election stories
After a long night of election coverage, Kelcey Carlson reflects on the teamwork and focus it takes to keep viewers informed as results unfold. She offers a calm look at what goes on behind the scenes of a busy newsroom on one of the year’s most important nights.
After a long night of election coverage, Kelcey Carlson reflects on the teamwork and focus it takes to keep viewers informed as results unfold. She offers a calm look at what goes on behind the scenes of a busy newsroom on one of the year’s most important nights.
Jacob Frey speaks after winning re-election
Mayor Jacob Frey celebrated on Wednesday after winning a third term in office.
Mayor Jacob Frey celebrated on Wednesday after winning a third term in office.
Minneapolis voters break municipal election record with over 147K ballots cast
Minneapolis voters set a new record for turnout in the 2025 municipal election, breaking the previous record set in 2021, when 145,337 voters participated.
Minneapolis voters set a new record for turnout in the 2025 municipal election, breaking the previous record set in 2021, when 145,337 voters participated.
Mayor of St. Paul: Rep. Kaohly Her wins election
Kaohly Vang Her has made history, becoming St. Paul’s first woman mayor after unseating incumbent Melvin Carter. FOX 9’s Bill Keller has the latest.
Kaohly Vang Her has made history, becoming St. Paul’s first woman mayor after unseating incumbent Melvin Carter. FOX 9’s Bill Keller has the latest.
Abigail Spanberger elected Virginia governor in historic first
Abigail Spanberger won the Virginia governor’s election, defeating Republican candidate Winsome Earle-Sears.
Abigail Spanberger won the Virginia governor’s election, defeating Republican candidate Winsome Earle-Sears.
Pennsylvania retains Supreme Court justices, extending court's Democratic majority
All three of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court justices who sought reelection Tuesday will get another term, ensuring Democratic jurists keep their majority on the presidential battleground state’s highest court — one at the center of pivotal fights over voting rights, redistricting and elections.
All three of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court justices who sought reelection Tuesday will get another term, ensuring Democratic jurists keep their majority on the presidential battleground state’s highest court — one at the center of pivotal fights over voting rights, redistricting and elections.
Zohran Mamdani makes history as NYC’s next mayor: When he takes office and what comes next
Zohran Mamdani’s stunning rise to power has made history in New York City politics. The 34-year-old assemblyman from Queens will officially take office as mayor in 2026 following his upset victory over former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo and Republican Curtis Sliwa.
Zohran Mamdani’s stunning rise to power has made history in New York City politics. The 34-year-old assemblyman from Queens will officially take office as mayor in 2026 following his upset victory over former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo and Republican Curtis Sliwa.
Prop 50 passes: California voters approve redistricting measure that could shift US House power
Proposition 50, a ballot measure to redraw California's U.S. House districts, has passed.
Proposition 50, a ballot measure to redraw California's U.S. House districts, has passed.
Sen. Omar Fateh speech at election party
Minnesota Sen. Omar Fateh talks to an election party crowd about the campaign he ran against incumbent Jacob Frey ahead of a second round of rank choice voting to determine the next mayor of Minneapolis.
Minnesota Sen. Omar Fateh talks to an election party crowd about the campaign he ran against incumbent Jacob Frey ahead of a second round of rank choice voting to determine the next mayor of Minneapolis.
Melvin Carter on mayoral race: 'We expected it to be close'
As results are coming in, the St. Paul mayoral race is too close to call. FOX 9's Maury Glover caught up with Melvin Carter at his campaign party.
As results are coming in, the St. Paul mayoral race is too close to call. FOX 9's Maury Glover caught up with Melvin Carter at his campaign party.