2 record-breaking shovelnose sturgeons caught within 4 days in MN
Two record-breaking shovelnose sturgeons were caught within a few days of each other in Minnesota in March.
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.
Minnesota DNR adds 18 new fish species to official catch-and-release state records
Anglers participating in the fishing opener this weekend could make history as the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) added more than a dozen new species of fish to its catch-and-release record book this year.
Species added to catch and release MN records
Those participating in the state fishing opener this weekend could make history, as the Minnesota DNR added more than a dozen new species of fish to its catch and release record book this year.
Leave fragile, abandoned-looking fawn alone, DNR says
Most deer born in Minnesota are born in the next two months, and the Minnesota DNR is urging anyone who might come in contact with one to leave them alone.
Red Flag Warning in place for northwest Minnesota
A Red Flag Warning has been put in place for multiple counties in the northwest part of Minnesota.
Minnesota state parks are free on April 27
Minnesota's state parks and recreation areas are free on Saturday, April 27, for Free Park Day.
Fire Danger: Red Flag Warning in southwest and south-central MN
The National Weather Service (NWS) is warning residents about a Red Flag Warning for 16 counties facing extreme fire risk on Saturday.
Minnesota returns sacred land to Upper Sioux Community
This is said to be the first time the state of Minnesota has returned a state park to a Native American community.
Sacred land returned to Upper Sioux Community
The land that makes up the Upper Sioux Agency State Park in Granite Falls was returned to the Upper Sioux Community on Friday. This is said to be the first time the state of Minnesota has returned a state park to a Native American community.
Red flag warning: Very high fire risk in southern and central MN
A red flag warning has been issued for a very high fire risk in southern and central Minnesota on Saturday.
Minnesota burning restrictions set to begin in several counties
Several counties throughout Minnesota will have restrictions placed on permitted burning soon.
Upper Red Lake walleye limit for summer 2024 revealed
The walleye limit for anglers on Upper Red Lake has been set for the spring and summer.
Mille Lacs Lake walleye limit for summer 2024 revealed
Walleye fishing on Mille Lacs Lake will be catch-and-release during the spring and early summer months.
Minnesota DNR expands outreach to Karen and Hmong communities for job opportunities
The Minnesota DNR is expanding its outreach to the Karen and Hmong communities to look for candidates who are interested in the Fish and Wildlife division, and other recreational opportunities within the division, to fill two positions.
Lake Minnetonka could tie over 100-year-old record for earliest ice out
After a record-breaking warm winter in Minnesota, Lake Minnetonka could tie the over 146-year-old record for the earliest ice out on the lake.
Lake Minnetonka could tie earliest ice out record
On Monday, Lake Minnetonka could tie an over 100-year-old record for earliest ice out declaration. Currently the earliest ice out on Lake Minnetonka was on March 11, 1878.
DNR keeping an eye on fire danger in MN
Warm dry winter conditions creating challenges and concerns for the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR). Already this year Red Flag Warnings have been declared and fire crews have battled wildfires. Sunday morning DNR Wildfire Prevention Specialist Karen Harrison shares some of what the DNR is tracking into the spring. She also points out that people are responsible for 90% of wildfires, and prevention is key especially as people get out to enjoy warm weather earlier in the year.
Early ice out on White Bear Lake boosts local businesses
In yet another record for Minnesota, this year's ice out was declared on White Bear Lake on Friday, March 8, the earliest date since 1928.
Ice fishing in MN ending early due to warm weather
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has declared ice out for many Minnesota lakes, including White Bear Lake. For White Bear Lake, it is the earliest ice out in almost 100 years.