Shutdown fallout: 440,000 Minnesotans at hunger risk as SNAP benefits set to end
As the federal shutdown drags on, food shelves brace for a surge in demand. The USDA warns no SNAP payments will go out Nov. 1 if the stalemate continues — leaving hundreds of thousands without grocery aid. Gov. Tim Walz has announced $4 million in emergency funding for Minnesota food shelves. Robin Manthie, Director of Neighbor Services at Second Harvest Heartland, tells us about the impact of this on food shelves.
As the federal shutdown drags on, food shelves brace for a surge in demand. The USDA warns no SNAP payments will go out Nov. 1 if the stalemate continues — leaving hundreds of thousands without grocery aid. Gov. Tim Walz has announced $4 million in emergency funding for Minnesota food shelves. Robin Manthie, Director of Neighbor Services at Second Harvest Heartland, tells us about the impact of this on food shelves.
Spooked monkey at Spirit Halloween swings from rafters
Shoppers at a Spirit Halloween store in Texas were shocked to see a live monkey wearing a diaper swinging from the rafters.
Shoppers at a Spirit Halloween store in Texas were shocked to see a live monkey wearing a diaper swinging from the rafters.
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Trump admin refuses SNAP Emergency Funds: Dems [FULL]
As the federal government shutdown continues into November, Senate Democrats are hosting a press conference to blast the Trump administration’s “Refusal to Use SNAP Emergency Fund.”
As the federal government shutdown continues into November, Senate Democrats are hosting a press conference to blast the Trump administration’s “Refusal to Use SNAP Emergency Fund.”
Disney’s Magic Kingdom remains most visited park in the world, report says
Disney’s magic remained strong last year as Magic Kingdom was again the most visited theme park in the world, a new industry attendance report says.
Disney’s magic remained strong last year as Magic Kingdom was again the most visited theme park in the world, a new industry attendance report says.
Sonya Massey murder trial: Former Illinois deputy found guilty in fatal shooting
A jury has decided the fate of the former Illinois sheriff's deputy who shot and killed Sonya Massey after she called 911 for help.
A jury has decided the fate of the former Illinois sheriff's deputy who shot and killed Sonya Massey after she called 911 for help.
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.