FOX 9 Morning News: May 14, 2024
FOX 9 Morning News on May 14, 2024.
Top Teacher: Minnetonka ASL teacher honored
Dr. Tracy Ivy, an American Sign Language teacher at Minnetonka High School, received FOX 9's Top Teacher award on Monday. Dr. Ivy has been an ASL teacher at Minnetonka High School for 15 years.
Equal Rights Amendment considered in Minnesota
With just one week left in the Minnesota legislative session lawmakers are working to push through last minute bills, including an Equal Rights Amendment that would put abortion protections in the Minnesota constitution.
Minnesotans enjoy fishing opener on Saturday
Many Minnesotans were out on lakes and rivers enjoying the fishing opener in the state on Saturday. FOX 9 photojournalist, Eric Gedrose, captured some anglers enjoying the day.
Fight at Blaine carnival caught on video [RAW]
Police drone video caught the moments as officers attempted to break up a brawl at a carnival at Northtown Mall on Saturday evening. One officer was hurt and the carnival was shut down early due to the fight.
Polar Semiconductor $525M facility expansion [RAW]
Polar Semiconductor announced plans to expand its manufacturing facility in Blooming, a project that will cost an estimated $525 million.
FOX 9 Morning News: May 13, 2024
FOX 9 morning news on May 13, 2024
Minnesota Timberwolves fans react to Game 4 loss
The series is now back to even after the Nuggets win Game 4 in Minneapolis over the Minnesota Timberwolves. FOX 9 caught up with fans after the game on Sunday.
'Miracle Michael': Edina boy's journey
While many of us take a breath of fresh air for granted, for Michael Borg nothing in life has come easy. On this day late last summer, Michael hardly made it to the foot of his driveway before his home nurse, just as she’s had to do countless times before, calmly suctions a blockage in the tracheostomy tube in his neck just so then 3-year-old Michael could breathe again and continue on. FOX 9's Leah Beno has the story.
Bands support fellow musician in Minneapolis show
An event featuring 27 bands raised funds to support a fellow musician after he suffered a spinal cord injury.
New MN flag and seal faces criticism and support
State leaders raised the newly designed flag at the capitol and unveiled the new seal during ceremonies on Minnesota's 166th birthday.
Minnesota retires old flag, unveils new one
Minnesota retired its old state flag and emblem, with the new ones officially taking over. FOX 9's Babs Santos has the story.
Minnesota leaders officially unveil new state seal [RAW]
Minnesota leaders officially unveiled the new state seal Saturday afternoon.
Art fair at Minneapolis Sculpture Garden
There's an extra reason to visit the iconic Spoonbridge and Cherry in Minneapolis this Mother’s Day weekend. There’s a brand-new art fair making its debut. The Sculpture Garden Art Fair is now open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on May 11, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on May 12. Co-founder Jill Hayes says this is a space she’s envisioned for a long time. Hayes spoke with the Fox 9 Morning News about what else to expect.
Minnesota unveils new state flag
The new Minnesota state flags were raised at sunrise on Saturday. The old state flags will be preserved by the Minnesota Historical Society.
Virginia board votes to restore Confederate names to 2 schools
The Shenandoah County School Board in Virginia voted 5-1 to revert two schools, previously renamed for racial justice, back to their original Confederate-associated names, Stonewall Jackson High School and Ashby Lee Elementary.
SPPD on bodycam footage from officer involved shooting [RAW]
St. Paul police share information on the bodycam footage they released from the fatal officer involved shooting that took place Monday.
FOX 9 Morning News: May 10, 2024
FOX 9 Morning News on May 10, 2024.
UPenn protest: 9 students among more than 30 arrested as police dismantle pro-Palestine tent encampment
More than 30 pro-Palestine protesters were arrested after police moved in and dismantled a tent encampment on UPenn's campus Friday morning.
Sen. Klobuchar talks Wolves tickets transparency
Sen. Amy Klobuchar spoke live about legislative measures for ticket transparency ahead of the Timberwolves return to Target Center Friday night.