2026 Name a Snowplow contest final voting now open until Feb. 13
After more than 6,750 submissions since the 2026 Name a Snowplow opened in early December, MnDOT has narrowed the list of submitted snowplow names to 30 finalists. You can now vote for your favorite until Feb. 13.
After more than 6,750 submissions since the 2026 Name a Snowplow opened in early December, MnDOT has narrowed the list of submitted snowplow names to 30 finalists. You can now vote for your favorite until Feb. 13.
Major I-394 roadwork starts Feb. 22, drivers told to expect delays
MnDOT says it will begin road work on I-394 on Sunday, Feb. 22, with lane reductions and ramp closures through mid-summer 2026.
MnDOT says it will begin road work on I-394 on Sunday, Feb. 22, with lane reductions and ramp closures through mid-summer 2026.
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Road conditions improving, MnDOT says [6:15 a.m. update]
This storm came in two rounds, but the lull Tuesday night gave MnDOT plows some time to clear main roads before the second round of snow came through early Wednesday morning, Anne Meyer, a MnDOT spokesperson, told FOX 9. Road conditions are improving on the main roadways in the Twin Cities, but areas that saw a mixture of precipitation are seeing slick spots on roadways.
This storm came in two rounds, but the lull Tuesday night gave MnDOT plows some time to clear main roads before the second round of snow came through early Wednesday morning, Anne Meyer, a MnDOT spokesperson, told FOX 9. Road conditions are improving on the main roadways in the Twin Cities, but areas that saw a mixture of precipitation are seeing slick spots on roadways.
Name a Snowplow contest submissions now open until Dec. 18
Minnesotans are being asked once again to submit creative snowplow names for the sixth annual Name a Snowplow contest.
Minnesotans are being asked once again to submit creative snowplow names for the sixth annual Name a Snowplow contest.
Minnesota's 'illegal’ CDL licenses risk federal funding: USDOT
A statement on Monday by U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy said that an audit found one-third of CDLs reviewed were issued illegally.
A statement on Monday by U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy said that an audit found one-third of CDLs reviewed were issued illegally.
Crews continue to clear roads after snowstorm
Following the first measurable snowfall working its way throughout Minnesota, Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) crews are full steam ahead to get roads cleared before holiday travel. MnDOT’s Anne Meyer joins FOX 9 to offer the latest updates.
Following the first measurable snowfall working its way throughout Minnesota, Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) crews are full steam ahead to get roads cleared before holiday travel. MnDOT’s Anne Meyer joins FOX 9 to offer the latest updates.
MN snowstorm: Road conditions expected to improve
Now that the snow has tapered off in the Twin Cities metro, MnDOT crews will continue to clean up. MnDOT's Anne Meyer expects road conditions to improve Wednesday afternoon and evening. But be aware, there may still be slick spots on area roadways.
Now that the snow has tapered off in the Twin Cities metro, MnDOT crews will continue to clean up. MnDOT's Anne Meyer expects road conditions to improve Wednesday afternoon and evening. But be aware, there may still be slick spots on area roadways.
Washington County Name a Snowplow contest now open for submissions
County staff will review submissions, with top ideas heading to a round of public voting in January 2026, when two winners will be selected.
County staff will review submissions, with top ideas heading to a round of public voting in January 2026, when two winners will be selected.
Border battle tug-of-war kicked off Stillwater Liftbridge
An annual tug-of-war between Vikings and Packers fans has been moved to Wisconsin after MnDOT kicked them off the Stillwater Liftbridge. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has more.
An annual tug-of-war between Vikings and Packers fans has been moved to Wisconsin after MnDOT kicked them off the Stillwater Liftbridge. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has more.
Vikings-Packers tug of war moves to Wisconsin after MnDOT ban
The Vikings-Packers rivalry has inspired a tug-of-war event that pits fans against each other across state lines.
The Vikings-Packers rivalry has inspired a tug-of-war event that pits fans against each other across state lines.
MnDOT eyes roads with slush ahead Tuesday morning
With a slushy mix headed to southern parts of the metro late Monday into Tuesday, MnDOT officials say they will stay ready and monitor conditions – even if plows won’t be needed quite yet.
With a slushy mix headed to southern parts of the metro late Monday into Tuesday, MnDOT officials say they will stay ready and monitor conditions – even if plows won’t be needed quite yet.
Highway 7 closing in Minnetonka, Shorewood until Oct. 20.
A work-week shutdown will greet motorists in the western metro beginning Wednesday evening.
A work-week shutdown will greet motorists in the western metro beginning Wednesday evening.
Section of I-94 in St. Paul closed this weekend for bridge project
Starting Friday night, a portion of Interstate 94 will be closed for the weekend as crews continue working on the John Ireland Boulevard bridge project in St. Paul.
Starting Friday night, a portion of Interstate 94 will be closed for the weekend as crews continue working on the John Ireland Boulevard bridge project in St. Paul.
John Ireland Blvd bridge in St. Paul closed until summer 2026 for repairs
The John Ireland Boulevard bridge over Interstate 94 in St. Paul will be closed starting Monday for a lengthy rebuild project.
The John Ireland Boulevard bridge over Interstate 94 in St. Paul will be closed starting Monday for a lengthy rebuild project.
I-35W closures, lane reductions in Burnsville begin Monday
Commuters attempting to use Interstate-35W in Burnsville overnight next week should expect detours and delays.
Commuters attempting to use Interstate-35W in Burnsville overnight next week should expect detours and delays.
Contractors killed: MnDOT having all employees stand down from work after tragedies
The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) says that all employees will be standing down from work after two contractors were killed.
The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) says that all employees will be standing down from work after two contractors were killed.
MnDOT crews taking pause Monday after 2 recent deaths
Road construction crews are taking a pause on Monday after two deaths in two days on road construction sites.
Road construction crews are taking a pause on Monday after two deaths in two days on road construction sites.
Parts of I-94, I-35E in St. Paul closing this weekend
Drivers in downtown St. Paul may have to adjust their travel routes as part of Interstate 94 (I-94) will close between Interstate 35E (I-35E) and John Ireland Boulevard this weekend.
Drivers in downtown St. Paul may have to adjust their travel routes as part of Interstate 94 (I-94) will close between Interstate 35E (I-35E) and John Ireland Boulevard this weekend.
Twin Cities construction prompts major road closures this weekend
Commuters who thought they had seen the last construction on highways after the Labor Day weekend will yet again face major road closures scheduled for this weekend.
Commuters who thought they had seen the last construction on highways after the Labor Day weekend will yet again face major road closures scheduled for this weekend.
Interstate 94 construction: What you need to know
I-94 is partially closed this weekend, FOX 9's Leon Purvis has what you need to know.
I-94 is partially closed this weekend, FOX 9's Leon Purvis has what you need to know.