RFK: Microplastics a ‘human health threat’
Saying the departments are acting with “urgency and discipline,” Robert F. Kennedy Jr. spoke on behalf of HHS on Thursday, detailing how the department plans to work with the EPA to manage “plastics that have become embedded in modern life.” The new Systematic Targeting of Microplastic (STOP) will create a new $144 million national program aimed at reducing microplastic consumption.
Saying the departments are acting with “urgency and discipline,” Robert F. Kennedy Jr. spoke on behalf of HHS on Thursday, detailing how the department plans to work with the EPA to manage “plastics that have become embedded in modern life.” The new Systematic Targeting of Microplastic (STOP) will create a new $144 million national program aimed at reducing microplastic consumption.
Historic ‘confronting microplastics’ actions announced
The EPA and HHS says it has unveiled a “historic set of actions” to combat invasive microplastics in the U.S. – now labeling them “priority” contaminants in the nation’s drinking water framework.
The EPA and HHS says it has unveiled a “historic set of actions” to combat invasive microplastics in the U.S. – now labeling them “priority” contaminants in the nation’s drinking water framework.
Minnesota gas prices: Costs rising into summer
As gas prices continue to rise throughout the U.S. following Trump’s attack on Iran, Minnesotans are beginning to feel the pinch on their wallets with an average around $3.50 a gallon – just as boating season is about to begin. FOX 9’s All Day is joined by Patrick De Haan from Gas Buddy to explain what could be ahead this summer.
As gas prices continue to rise throughout the U.S. following Trump’s attack on Iran, Minnesotans are beginning to feel the pinch on their wallets with an average around $3.50 a gallon – just as boating season is about to begin. FOX 9’s All Day is joined by Patrick De Haan from Gas Buddy to explain what could be ahead this summer.
Pam Bondi ousted as attorney general, Todd Blanche to become interim AG
President Donald Trump has fired Attorney General Pam Bondi. In a Truth Social post Thursday afternoon, Trump thanked Bondi for her service to his administration.
President Donald Trump has fired Attorney General Pam Bondi. In a Truth Social post Thursday afternoon, Trump thanked Bondi for her service to his administration.
Islamic Society of Milwaukee president detained by ICE
The president of the Islamic Society of Milwaukee has been detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents.
The president of the Islamic Society of Milwaukee has been detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents.
WATCH: Video shows Artemis II launch from airplane
A passenger aboard a commercial flight captured a rare view of NASA’s Artemis II launch from the sky as the spacecraft lifted off from Florida on April 1.
A passenger aboard a commercial flight captured a rare view of NASA’s Artemis II launch from the sky as the spacecraft lifted off from Florida on April 1.
Former Fleetwood Mac guitarist Lindsey Buckingham attacked by alleged stalker: report
Former Fleetwood Mac guitarist Lindsey Buckingham has reportedly been attacked with an unidentified substance.
Former Fleetwood Mac guitarist Lindsey Buckingham has reportedly been attacked with an unidentified substance.
Turning Point USA tour featuring Karoline Leavitt visits George Washington University Thursday
A Turning Point USA event featuring White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt is set for George Washington University.
A Turning Point USA event featuring White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt is set for George Washington University.
Artemis II timeline: When will rocket reach the moon? How long is the mission?
Artemis II successfully lifted off from Florida's Kennedy Space Center on April 1, the start of the crew's 10-day mission around the moon and back.
Artemis II successfully lifted off from Florida's Kennedy Space Center on April 1, the start of the crew's 10-day mission around the moon and back.
Trump address on Iran: 'We're going to hit them hard'
President Trump addressed the nation in prime time, stating that U.S. airstrikes in Iran are expected to hit "extremely hard" for another two to three weeks. In his first national address since the war began, the President said the military is on track to complete its objectives.
President Trump addressed the nation in prime time, stating that U.S. airstrikes in Iran are expected to hit "extremely hard" for another two to three weeks. In his first national address since the war began, the President said the military is on track to complete its objectives.
Former Wisconsin football player, who left the sport amid mental health struggles, dead at 24
Former Wisconsin football player Jack Pugh, who walked away from college football due to mental health struggles, has died, the university announced Tuesday. He was 24.
Former Wisconsin football player Jack Pugh, who walked away from college football due to mental health struggles, has died, the university announced Tuesday. He was 24.
Trump outlines next steps in military action against Iran in address to nation
President Donald Trump addressed the nation Wednesday night to provide an update on U.S. military operations against Iran.
President Donald Trump addressed the nation Wednesday night to provide an update on U.S. military operations against Iran.
Powerful magnitude 4.6 earthquake rattles cities across central California
Residents across parts of central California were shaken by a 4.6 earthquake in the early Thursday morning hours.
Residents across parts of central California were shaken by a 4.6 earthquake in the early Thursday morning hours.
Wintry mix impacting Thursday morning commute
A wintry mix moving through Minnesota overnight into Thursday morning is creating some slick road conditions across the state. FOX 9’s Bill Keller reports from the weather tracker.
A wintry mix moving through Minnesota overnight into Thursday morning is creating some slick road conditions across the state. FOX 9’s Bill Keller reports from the weather tracker.
Artemis II live tracker, updates: Orion toilet fixed; journey to moon continues
NASA's highly-anticipated Artemis II mission has launched a crew of four astronauts on a historic 10-day trip around the moon and back.
NASA's highly-anticipated Artemis II mission has launched a crew of four astronauts on a historic 10-day trip around the moon and back.
Analysis of President Trump's Iran war speech
President Trump said he expects the war with Iran to be over "soon." FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has a breakdown on what the president said in his primetime address.
President Trump said he expects the war with Iran to be over "soon." FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has a breakdown on what the president said in his primetime address.
Most expensive home in MN: Inside the $50 million Lake Minnetonka mansion
The most expensive home ever listed in Minnesota is the $50 million Lake Point Estate on Lake Minnetonka. FOX 9's Maury Glover has the story.
The most expensive home ever listed in Minnesota is the $50 million Lake Point Estate on Lake Minnetonka. FOX 9's Maury Glover has the story.
MN authorities: Distracted driving is getting worse
Shakopee Mayor Matt Lehman spoke about losing his daughter-in-law to distracted driving in a deadly crash last year as state data shows the problem is getting worse. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim has the report.
Shakopee Mayor Matt Lehman spoke about losing his daughter-in-law to distracted driving in a deadly crash last year as state data shows the problem is getting worse. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim has the report.
Crystal police respond to teen disturbances at Becker Park
Police say they responded to "large disturbances" at Becker Park in Crystal after groups of teenagers swarmed the area. FOX 9's Leon Purvis has the full report.
Police say they responded to "large disturbances" at Becker Park in Crystal after groups of teenagers swarmed the area. FOX 9's Leon Purvis has the full report.
President Trump said Iran is 'decimated' after Operation Epic Fury
President Trump told countries to take control of the Strait of Hormuz and to buy American oil after forces "decimated" Iran militarily and economically.
President Trump told countries to take control of the Strait of Hormuz and to buy American oil after forces "decimated" Iran militarily and economically.