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The pristine Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness faces new threats from proposed copper-nickel sulfide mining projects in northern Minnesota. Chris Knopf, executive director of Friends of the Boundary Waters, joins the show to explain why this type of mining poses such serious risks. Unlike traditional iron mining, sulfide mining produces sulfuric acid, which can contaminate lakes and rivers for centuries. The region?s vast, connected waterways mean pollution could spread across millions of acres, reaching even Lake Superior. Knopf discusses the Prove It First bill, which would require proof a sulfide mine can operate and close without pollution before being permitted in Minnesota.

The Great Maze in Fargo, ND won the Guinness World Record for the largest wooden maze in the world.

As Minnesota’s Catholic community prepares to mark 175 years in 2026, the “Vatican Unveiled” exhibit is bringing one of the world’s largest collections of papal artifacts to the Mall of America, January 10–February 1, 2026. Curated by Father Richard Kunst of the Diocese of Duluth, the 19,000-square-foot exhibit features 250+ items from popes, saints, and historic figures—including the second-oldest papal signature outside of the Vatican and a Swiss Guard uniform from the era of Pope Pius X.

The Vikings host the Philadelphia Eagles this Sunday at noon on FOX 9, and the Birds are vulnerable after two straight losses. FOX 29 Philadelphia anchor Jason Martinez joins us from the streets of Philly for a Behind Enemy Lines look at what?s going on with the Eagles. From Saquon Barkley?s struggles to the controversy around the team?s signature ?tush push? play?and uncertainty at the Vikings? quarterback spot?we break down what to expect in this NFC showdown. Don?t miss kickoff Sunday at noon, live on FOX 9.

White House officials detail a ?historic? deal on IVF treatments that will lower the cost for U.S. families.

While announcing a new IVF treatment deal at the White House, President Trump answered questions on the importance of the agreement, a recent meeting with Vladimir Putin and more.

Medicare Open Enrollment runs Oct. 15?Dec. 7, and big changes are coming to Minnesota. About 150,000 residents will lose Medicare Advantage coverage as UCare, Mayo Clinic Health System, and others scale back plans. Guest Kelli Jo Greiner from the Minnesota Aging Pathways says to take your time comparing options?but don?t miss the deadline!

Mehmet “Dr.” Oz details the bargaining process that led to the announcement of a “historic” IVF treatment deal on Thursday.

Trump announces ?historic victory? for American women, mothers and families as part of a deal with drugmaker EMD Serono that includes listing its in vitro fertilization (IVF) fertility drug on the government's TrumpRx portal, reducing the cost for families to use the treatment.

Ahead of an election for the mayor of Minneapolis, candidate Jazz Hampton joins FOX 9?s All Day to discuss his campaign so far, and what he would prioritize if elected to the position.

St. Louis County Commissioner Chair Annie Harala responded to concerns over elected officials signing non-disclosure agreements regarding a proposed data center project in Hermantown. She also addressed a video that shows a confrontation between a commissioner and another man who pressed the commissioner on the topic during a board meeting.

Former teacher Abdul Wright is scheduled to be sentenced on Friday for sexually abusing his middle school student in 2017 for nearly a year.?FOX 9 investigative reporter Nathan O'Neal has the latest report.

Ahead of an election for the mayor of Minneapolis, state senator Omar Fateh joins FOX 9?s All Day to discuss his campaign so far, and what he would prioritize if elected to the position.

It?s taken a little longer than expected with above-average temperatures so far, but fall colors are beginning to peak around the Twin Cities. FOX 9?s Jared Piepenburg goes ?leaf peeping? to show where it?s best to look so far this season.

Pres. Trump says he authorized the CIA to do covert operations in Venezuela as part of an effort to combat drug cartels.