Government shutdown latest: ‘No contact’ with Dems
With the federal government now in a partial shutdown centered in part around funding for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said on Wednesday that President Trump so far has had “no contact” with Democratic lawmakers in an effort to make a deal. Meanwhile, federal workers in agencies such as FEMA and the TSA are currently working unpaid.
With the federal government now in a partial shutdown centered in part around funding for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said on Wednesday that President Trump so far has had “no contact” with Democratic lawmakers in an effort to make a deal. Meanwhile, federal workers in agencies such as FEMA and the TSA are currently working unpaid.
Winter storm hits Duluth, or just another day on the North Shore?
A winter storm is hitting northern Minnesota with heavy snow and high winds. Dan Hanger from FOX 21 in Duluth was in Canal Park Wednesday afternoon and gave All Day the latest weather conditions.
A winter storm is hitting northern Minnesota with heavy snow and high winds. Dan Hanger from FOX 21 in Duluth was in Canal Park Wednesday afternoon and gave All Day the latest weather conditions.
Potomac River sewage spill: ‘Poop smell’ worries White House
A sewage leak that has dumped hundreds of millions of gallons of wastewater into the Potomac River has White House officials that the river could still “smell like poop” this summer as officials look to host an America 250 party commemorating the nation’s founding. On Wednesday, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt explains the current federal efforts to clean up the mess.
A sewage leak that has dumped hundreds of millions of gallons of wastewater into the Potomac River has White House officials that the river could still “smell like poop” this summer as officials look to host an America 250 party commemorating the nation’s founding. On Wednesday, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt explains the current federal efforts to clean up the mess.
Minnesota BWCA mining ban latest
Ahead of a vote to potentially erase a 20-year ban on mining operations in northern Minnesota, Save the Boundary Waters held a press conference outside the Minnesota capitol on Wednesday featuring Senator Tina Smith and other stakeholders to discuss the resolution that “will allow the Trump Administration to fast-track a foreign-owned sulfide-ore copper mining project that has been proven to be a raw deal for Minnesotans and Americans.”
Ahead of a vote to potentially erase a 20-year ban on mining operations in northern Minnesota, Save the Boundary Waters held a press conference outside the Minnesota capitol on Wednesday featuring Senator Tina Smith and other stakeholders to discuss the resolution that “will allow the Trump Administration to fast-track a foreign-owned sulfide-ore copper mining project that has been proven to be a raw deal for Minnesotans and Americans.”
White House predicts ‘record successful economy’
On Wednesday, White House officials said the January jobs report “shattered expectations” while predicting that the U.S. economy would see a “record successful” year in 2026, in turning promoting Trump’s use of tariffs and “pro-growth” agenda as the cause.
On Wednesday, White House officials said the January jobs report “shattered expectations” while predicting that the U.S. economy would see a “record successful” year in 2026, in turning promoting Trump’s use of tariffs and “pro-growth” agenda as the cause.
Maplewood salon hopes to inspire young girls
One Twin Cities woman has opened a hair saloon not only to pursue her own dream, but to inspire others by teaching them what she knows. FOX 9’s Chenue Her has the ‘Signature’ story.
One Twin Cities woman has opened a hair saloon not only to pursue her own dream, but to inspire others by teaching them what she knows. FOX 9’s Chenue Her has the ‘Signature’ story.
HCAO demands evidence in Alex Pretti, north Minneapolis shootings
The Hennepin County Attorney’s Office on Wednesday said it has filed two Touhy demands for evidence held by the federal government in the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti, and the shooting of Julio Cesar Sosa-Celiz in north Minneapolis. So far, Mary Moriarty says her office has gotten no cooperation from federal authorities.
The Hennepin County Attorney’s Office on Wednesday said it has filed two Touhy demands for evidence held by the federal government in the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti, and the shooting of Julio Cesar Sosa-Celiz in north Minneapolis. So far, Mary Moriarty says her office has gotten no cooperation from federal authorities.
5 people killed in 30 car pile-up in Colorado
Five people were killed, including three children, in a crash on a Colorado highway on Monday, authorities said. The crash happened just after 4:30 p.m. when the driver of a Toyota Matrix, which had been reported stolen about an hour earlier, lost control in the Franktown area south of Denver, the Colorado State Patrol said in a news release.
Five people were killed, including three children, in a crash on a Colorado highway on Monday, authorities said. The crash happened just after 4:30 p.m. when the driver of a Toyota Matrix, which had been reported stolen about an hour earlier, lost control in the Franktown area south of Denver, the Colorado State Patrol said in a news release.
Burnsville honoring first responders 2 years after fatal shooting
Feb. 18 marks two years since three first responders were fatally shot and kiled in the line of duty in Burnsville. Police officers Paul Elmstrand, Matthew Urge and firefighter-paramedic Adam Finseth were killed while responding to a 911 call reporting child sex abuse at a home. They will be honored across Burnsville on Wednesday.
Feb. 18 marks two years since three first responders were fatally shot and kiled in the line of duty in Burnsville. Police officers Paul Elmstrand, Matthew Urge and firefighter-paramedic Adam Finseth were killed while responding to a 911 call reporting child sex abuse at a home. They will be honored across Burnsville on Wednesday.
Blizzard conditions in northern MN: The latest
More than a foot of snow has fallen across portions of northern Minnesota by Wednesday morning. A blizzard warning is in effect along Lake Superior, with snow expected to continue into Thursday morning across the northern part of the state.
More than a foot of snow has fallen across portions of northern Minnesota by Wednesday morning. A blizzard warning is in effect along Lake Superior, with snow expected to continue into Thursday morning across the northern part of the state.
Wisconsin police chase of stolen ambulance with patient inside
Wisconsin Rapids police were involved in a chase of a stolen ambulance that stretched more than 18 miles on Tuesday evening, Feb. 17. It resulted in the arrest of one person.
Wisconsin Rapids police were involved in a chase of a stolen ambulance that stretched more than 18 miles on Tuesday evening, Feb. 17. It resulted in the arrest of one person.
Blizzard conditions in Minnesota
These videos captured by FOX Weather show blizzard-like conditions in Two Harbors, Minnesota, on Feb. 18, 2026.
These videos captured by FOX Weather show blizzard-like conditions in Two Harbors, Minnesota, on Feb. 18, 2026.
America 250: Students in grades K–8 invited to enter Bookmark Design Challenge
Students in grades K-8 across the country are invited to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence of the United States by entering the Bookmark Design Challenge: Celebrating America’s 250th.
Students in grades K-8 across the country are invited to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence of the United States by entering the Bookmark Design Challenge: Celebrating America’s 250th.
Blizzard conditions at Silver Bay Marina in MN
A blizzard warning is in effect in northern Minnesota on Wednesday, and blizzard conditions were apparent at Silver Bay Marina in Silver Bay, Minnesota. Credit: Duluth Harbor Cam
A blizzard warning is in effect in northern Minnesota on Wednesday, and blizzard conditions were apparent at Silver Bay Marina in Silver Bay, Minnesota. Credit: Duluth Harbor Cam
US-Iran talks: Deal in sight?
There may be some movement toward a deal between the United States and Iran. This follows talks on Tuesday in Geneva, but progress has been slow and it comes despite new provocations from Iran. Here's the latest.
There may be some movement toward a deal between the United States and Iran. This follows talks on Tuesday in Geneva, but progress has been slow and it comes despite new provocations from Iran. Here's the latest.
ICE racial profiling lawsuit hearing in MN: What to expect
The ACLU is suing the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, claiming ICE agents are using racial profiling in Minnesota.
The ACLU is suing the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, claiming ICE agents are using racial profiling in Minnesota.
Minnesota weather: Winter storm leads to snow-covered roads
Roads in northern Minnesota are partially or completely covered in snow amid a winter storm that's bringing heavy snow and blizzard conditions to the area. Here are the latest traffic conditions.
Roads in northern Minnesota are partially or completely covered in snow amid a winter storm that's bringing heavy snow and blizzard conditions to the area. Here are the latest traffic conditions.
Eagan passes moratorium on data centers
Eagan voted to ban any data centers from being built in the city for one year. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has more.
Eagan voted to ban any data centers from being built in the city for one year. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has more.
Jesse Jackson’s Minnesota connection
Known for working with Dr. Martin Luther King and carrying the civil rights movement after his assassination, Jesse Jackson was also no stranger to Minnesota. FOX 9’s Maury Glover explains the connection on the day of his death.
Known for working with Dr. Martin Luther King and carrying the civil rights movement after his assassination, Jesse Jackson was also no stranger to Minnesota. FOX 9’s Maury Glover explains the connection on the day of his death.
Minnesota lawmakers outline priorities
Lawmakers say major evens such as deadly shootings, massive fraud allegations and federal immigration enforcement are shaping their policies for this legislative session. FOX 9’s Soyoung Kim explains where Minnesota’s politics could be headed in 2026.
Lawmakers say major evens such as deadly shootings, massive fraud allegations and federal immigration enforcement are shaping their policies for this legislative session. FOX 9’s Soyoung Kim explains where Minnesota’s politics could be headed in 2026.