Government shutdown problems outlined by Dems
Sens. Bernie Sanders, Elizabeth Warren and more talks impacts of healthcare and food insecurity funding should the government shutdown continue into November.
Sens. Bernie Sanders, Elizabeth Warren and more talks impacts of healthcare and food insecurity funding should the government shutdown continue into November.
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Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell talks Carson Wentz, J.J. McCarthy [FULL]
Minnesota Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell talked Wednesday at TCO Performance Center about Carson Wentz heading to injured reserve with an injury to his non-throwing shoulder that needs surgery. J.J. McCarthy will return to full practice and is expected to start on Sunday at the Detroit Lions.
Minnesota Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell talked Wednesday at TCO Performance Center about Carson Wentz heading to injured reserve with an injury to his non-throwing shoulder that needs surgery. J.J. McCarthy will return to full practice and is expected to start on Sunday at the Detroit Lions.
Users report Outlook outage affecting Microsoft services
Thousands of users reported issues accessing Outlook on Wednesday, according to Downdetector.
Thousands of users reported issues accessing Outlook on Wednesday, according to Downdetector.
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Sen. Dems offer SNAP, WIC funding update [FULL]
Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer, Sen. Amy Klobuchar and other Senate Democrats hold a media availability on the Keep SNAP and WIC Funded Act of 2025 as the federal government shutdown continues into November.
Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer, Sen. Amy Klobuchar and other Senate Democrats hold a media availability on the Keep SNAP and WIC Funded Act of 2025 as the federal government shutdown continues into November.
National Guard in Minneapolis? Chief O'Hara talks concerns
Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara addressed potential concerns if President Trump were to deploy the National Guard to Minnesota.
Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara addressed potential concerns if President Trump were to deploy the National Guard to Minnesota.
SNAP, healthcare crises GOP’s fault: Sen. Klobuchar
Sen. Klobuchar discusses several measures that Democrats claim would restore funding for both healthcare and food insecurity efforts as the federal government shutdown continues.
Sen. Klobuchar discusses several measures that Democrats claim would restore funding for both healthcare and food insecurity efforts as the federal government shutdown continues.
Hunger, healthcare ‘crises’ caused by Trump: Dems
Saying they are “staring down the barrel at two crises at once” – referring to both healthcare and hunger – Senate Democrat Leader Chuck Schumer blasts President Trump for causing both in the wake of a continued federal government shutdown, while calling him a “vindictive person and heartless man.”
Saying they are “staring down the barrel at two crises at once” – referring to both healthcare and hunger – Senate Democrat Leader Chuck Schumer blasts President Trump for causing both in the wake of a continued federal government shutdown, while calling him a “vindictive person and heartless man.”
Minneapolis breaks ground on new housing under 2040 plan
The City of Minneapolis broke ground on a duplex and triplex as the city pushes forward with its 2040 plan.
The City of Minneapolis broke ground on a duplex and triplex as the city pushes forward with its 2040 plan.
Woman hit in face by duck on SeaWorld Orlando coaster, lawsuit says
An Orange County woman is suing SeaWorld after she was allegedly hit in the face by a duck while riding one of the park’s roller coasters earlier this year.
An Orange County woman is suing SeaWorld after she was allegedly hit in the face by a duck while riding one of the park’s roller coasters earlier this year.
Pres. Trump in South Korea discussing trade: The latest
President Donald Trump is continuing his trip throughout Asia, meeting with South Korean President Lee Jae Myung in Gyeongju, a historic city that is hosting this year’s Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit. South Korea says it has agreed to an investment package with the United States totaling $350 billion.
President Donald Trump is continuing his trip throughout Asia, meeting with South Korean President Lee Jae Myung in Gyeongju, a historic city that is hosting this year’s Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit. South Korea says it has agreed to an investment package with the United States totaling $350 billion.
Government shutdown could impact MN heating assistance
The federal government shutdown could impact Minnesota heating assistance this winter. The state of Minnesota has not yet received new funds for the 2025-2026 winter season, and payments for heating bills, emergency fuel deliveries, and furnace repairs will be delayed, the Minnesota Department of Commerce says.
The federal government shutdown could impact Minnesota heating assistance this winter. The state of Minnesota has not yet received new funds for the 2025-2026 winter season, and payments for heating bills, emergency fuel deliveries, and furnace repairs will be delayed, the Minnesota Department of Commerce says.
Israel strikes in Gaza kills 104 people: The latest
Israel's military said Wednesday the ceasefire was back on in Gaza after it carried out heavy airstrikes overnight across the Palestinian territory that killed 104 people, including 46 children, according to local health officials. The strikes - the deadliest since the ceasefire was enacted on Oct. 10 - marked the most serious challenge to the tenuous truce to date.
Israel's military said Wednesday the ceasefire was back on in Gaza after it carried out heavy airstrikes overnight across the Palestinian territory that killed 104 people, including 46 children, according to local health officials. The strikes - the deadliest since the ceasefire was enacted on Oct. 10 - marked the most serious challenge to the tenuous truce to date.
Hennepin Ave reopening through Uptown
After nearly two years of construction a main route for drivers through Uptown will again allow drivers to more easily access businesses.
After nearly two years of construction a main route for drivers through Uptown will again allow drivers to more easily access businesses.
Minneapolis teachers hold strike vote rally
The Minneapolis Federation of Educators (MFE) is set to announce the result of a strike vote while its teacher members seek better class sizes and wages as they negotiate new contracts with the Minneapolis Public Schools (MPS) district.
The Minneapolis Federation of Educators (MFE) is set to announce the result of a strike vote while its teacher members seek better class sizes and wages as they negotiate new contracts with the Minneapolis Public Schools (MPS) district.
Need for increased security at MN Capitol building
With threats at the Minnesota State Capitol Building, lawmakers are wanting to increase security. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the latest.
With threats at the Minnesota State Capitol Building, lawmakers are wanting to increase security. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the latest.
Minneapolis teachers rally after voting to authorize strike
Teachers with Minneapolis Public Schools voted Monday night to authorize a strike if demands for higher pay and smaller class sizes can't be met. On Tuesday, they held a rally outside district headquarters. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni was there.
Teachers with Minneapolis Public Schools voted Monday night to authorize a strike if demands for higher pay and smaller class sizes can't be met. On Tuesday, they held a rally outside district headquarters. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni was there.
Air traffic controllers going unpaid during government shutdown
Air traffic controllers were at the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport on Tuesday, rallying to keep travelers informed that they're going without a paycheck during the federal government shutdown. FOX 9's Rob Olson has the story.
Air traffic controllers were at the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport on Tuesday, rallying to keep travelers informed that they're going without a paycheck during the federal government shutdown. FOX 9's Rob Olson has the story.
Air traffic controllers protest at MSP
Air traffic controllers have begun missing their first check since the beginning of the latest federal government shutdown, despite being required to work as essential workers. Several took to MSP today to protest their displeasure and call for a resolution. FOX 9’s Rob Olson was live onsite with the latest.
Air traffic controllers have begun missing their first check since the beginning of the latest federal government shutdown, despite being required to work as essential workers. Several took to MSP today to protest their displeasure and call for a resolution. FOX 9’s Rob Olson was live onsite with the latest.
Threats at MN Capitol more than doubled in 2025
Threats at the Minnesota State Capitol have increased in 2025, and now more security measures are being considered. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has more.
Threats at the Minnesota State Capitol have increased in 2025, and now more security measures are being considered. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has more.
Hurricane Melissa updates, World Series Game 3 sets records, WWE legend & more: Oct. 28, 2025
FOX 9's The Afternoon Shift — hosted by Adam Llorens and Maxx Fuller — covers the day’s top news stories from Minnesota and beyond with curiosity, conversation, and a touch of comedy. In today's episode FOX9 Chief meteorologist Ian Leonard updates us on Hurricane Melissa, the impact of the storm, what communities are bracing for and why this is such a significant weather event. As the World Series Game 3 sets records — Pierre Noujaim joins us to break down the biggest moments from from the Dodgers and Blue Jays matchup that’s keeping baseball fans glued to the screen from Freddie Freeman and Shohei Ohtani to President Trump tuning in Japan. WWE wresting super star Natalya ‘Nattie’ Neidhart joins the show to talk about her new tell all book and how you can get your hands on a signed copy at the Mall of America tomorrow. We also look at affordable college options through Minnesota’s new North Star Promise program, helping more students attend college tuition-free. With Election Day on November 4, we talk with an election judge about what really happens behind closed doors at the polls — and why the role is vital to democracy. Plus, meet the team behind a haunted house with heart — they’re turning scares into support by raising money to end Alzheimer’s.
FOX 9's The Afternoon Shift — hosted by Adam Llorens and Maxx Fuller — covers the day’s top news stories from Minnesota and beyond with curiosity, conversation, and a touch of comedy. In today's episode FOX9 Chief meteorologist Ian Leonard updates us on Hurricane Melissa, the impact of the storm, what communities are bracing for and why this is such a significant weather event. As the World Series Game 3 sets records — Pierre Noujaim joins us to break down the biggest moments from from the Dodgers and Blue Jays matchup that’s keeping baseball fans glued to the screen from Freddie Freeman and Shohei Ohtani to President Trump tuning in Japan. WWE wresting super star Natalya ‘Nattie’ Neidhart joins the show to talk about her new tell all book and how you can get your hands on a signed copy at the Mall of America tomorrow. We also look at affordable college options through Minnesota’s new North Star Promise program, helping more students attend college tuition-free. With Election Day on November 4, we talk with an election judge about what really happens behind closed doors at the polls — and why the role is vital to democracy. Plus, meet the team behind a haunted house with heart — they’re turning scares into support by raising money to end Alzheimer’s.