Minneapolis data center development pause approved by city council
As Minnesota communities continue to debate the potential rules surrounding the development of data centers, the Minneapolis City Council has approved a pause on their development within city limits.
As Minnesota communities continue to debate the potential rules surrounding the development of data centers, the Minneapolis City Council has approved a pause on their development within city limits.
Minneapolis bathhouse ordinances approved by council, paving way for legalization
Outlawed in 1988 as a response to the AIDS epidemic, the Minneapolis City Council has approved changes to city code that would pave the way for adult bathhouses – in which consenting adults can engage in sexual activity legally.
Outlawed in 1988 as a response to the AIDS epidemic, the Minneapolis City Council has approved changes to city code that would pave the way for adult bathhouses – in which consenting adults can engage in sexual activity legally.
Viral video shows Shakopee residents harassing Somali home buyers
A TikTok video of residents in a Shakopee neighborhood is going viral as they’re shown allegedly harassing a Somali family looking to buy a home. Some say it's an example of racial stereotyping and harassment. At least one state lawmaker is calling it "dehumanizing." FOX 9's Karen Scullin has the story.
A TikTok video of residents in a Shakopee neighborhood is going viral as they’re shown allegedly harassing a Somali family looking to buy a home. Some say it's an example of racial stereotyping and harassment. At least one state lawmaker is calling it "dehumanizing." FOX 9's Karen Scullin has the story.
Minneapolis Police Chief search timeline
The timeline for selecting a new Minneapolis Police Chief is becoming clearer, according to city officials. FOX 9’s Soyoung Kim has what you need to know.
The timeline for selecting a new Minneapolis Police Chief is becoming clearer, according to city officials. FOX 9’s Soyoung Kim has what you need to know.
Facing $14.3M budget deficit, St. Paul Public Schools approves preliminary cuts
St. Paul Public Schools leaders have approved a preliminary budget that includes cuts to address a multimillion-dollar budget imbalance next school year.
St. Paul Public Schools leaders have approved a preliminary budget that includes cuts to address a multimillion-dollar budget imbalance next school year.
DNR adds 5 counties to deer feeding, attractant ban
In an effort to curb chronic wasting disease, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources on Tuesday added five counties to the state's deer feeding and attractant ban. Michelle Carstensen with the DNR joined FOX 9 News at 5 to discuss what it means.
In an effort to curb chronic wasting disease, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources on Tuesday added five counties to the state's deer feeding and attractant ban. Michelle Carstensen with the DNR joined FOX 9 News at 5 to discuss what it means.
Metro Blue Line trains shutting down June 29–Aug. 19 between Target Field, Mall of America
Major upgrades are coming to Metro Transit’s Blue and Green Lines, and that means riders will need to hop on buses instead of trains for part of the summer.
Major upgrades are coming to Metro Transit’s Blue and Green Lines, and that means riders will need to hop on buses instead of trains for part of the summer.
Mayor Frey outlines timeline for selecting next Minneapolis police chief
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey has released his timeline for selecting the city's next police chief following the sudden resignation of former chief Brian O'Hara last month.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey has released his timeline for selecting the city's next police chief following the sudden resignation of former chief Brian O'Hara last month.
13-year-old climbs out of Disneyland's Tiana's Bayou Adventure ride, slides down 50-foot drop
A 13-year-old boy was evaluated at a hospital after exiting a Tiana's Bayou Adventure boat mid-ride at Disneyland, prompting a state safety inspection.
A 13-year-old boy was evaluated at a hospital after exiting a Tiana's Bayou Adventure boat mid-ride at Disneyland, prompting a state safety inspection.
Caught on camera: Baby deer stuck in levee rescued by Chaska PD, DNR officers
The Chaska Police Department and Minnesota Department of Natural Resources came to the rescue of a baby deer Monday morning, and it was all caught on camera.
The Chaska Police Department and Minnesota Department of Natural Resources came to the rescue of a baby deer Monday morning, and it was all caught on camera.
Caught on camera: Baby deer stuck in levee rescued by Chaska PD, DNR officers
The Chaska Police Department and Minnesota Department of Natural Resources came to the rescue of a baby deer Monday morning, and it was all caught on camera.
The Chaska Police Department and Minnesota Department of Natural Resources came to the rescue of a baby deer Monday morning, and it was all caught on camera.
St. Paul Public Schools facing $14.3M budget shortfall, budget cuts planned
St. Paul Public Schools is facing a budget shortfall of $14.35 million for the 2026-27 school year, which will require some significant cuts in the classroom.
St. Paul Public Schools is facing a budget shortfall of $14.35 million for the 2026-27 school year, which will require some significant cuts in the classroom.
Parent-led petition targets Anoka-Hennepin school board over budget cuts
Parents in the state’s largest school district are leading a grassroots push to let voters decide on a school funding levy this fall.
Parents in the state’s largest school district are leading a grassroots push to let voters decide on a school funding levy this fall.
Anoka-Hennepin schools referendum rally
A unique effort in the state's largest school district is trying to put a referendum on the ballot this fall. FOX 9’s Maury Glover has more on the group of parents in the Anoka-Hennepin school district say they want to pay more taxes to support their schools.
A unique effort in the state's largest school district is trying to put a referendum on the ballot this fall. FOX 9’s Maury Glover has more on the group of parents in the Anoka-Hennepin school district say they want to pay more taxes to support their schools.
Minnesota DNR expands deer feeding ban to 5 more counties to slow CWD spread
Minnesota wildlife officials are expanding a ban on deer feeding and attractants to help fight the spread of chronic wasting disease (CWD).
Minnesota wildlife officials are expanding a ban on deer feeding and attractants to help fight the spread of chronic wasting disease (CWD).
EagleCam eaglet grounded after storm released by DNR after check-up
An EagleCam eaglet that went missing from its nest after a storm has been released by the Minnesota DNR after making a recovery at the Raptor Center.
An EagleCam eaglet that went missing from its nest after a storm has been released by the Minnesota DNR after making a recovery at the Raptor Center.
Blue Line Extension budget jumps to $3.6B
The budget for the controversial Metro Blue Line light rail extension project has jumped by hundreds of millions of dollars. The plan to extend the Blue Line by 13 miles, connecting Target Field to Brooklyn Park, is now estimated to cost nearly $3.6 billion.
The budget for the controversial Metro Blue Line light rail extension project has jumped by hundreds of millions of dollars. The plan to extend the Blue Line by 13 miles, connecting Target Field to Brooklyn Park, is now estimated to cost nearly $3.6 billion.
Blue Line light rail extension now estimated to cost over $3.5 billion
An extension to the Twin Cities' light rail system known as the Blue Line has an estimated cost that has now jumped to $3.58 billion as debate continues over whether to move forward or consider a cheaper bus rapid transit alternative.
An extension to the Twin Cities' light rail system known as the Blue Line has an estimated cost that has now jumped to $3.58 billion as debate continues over whether to move forward or consider a cheaper bus rapid transit alternative.
Minneapolis council member pushing to save Heritage Park Apartments
A Minneapolis council member is working to save Heritage Park Apartments, where years of neglect have left families facing unsafe living conditions.
A Minneapolis council member is working to save Heritage Park Apartments, where years of neglect have left families facing unsafe living conditions.
Minneapolis council member pushing to save Heritage Park Apartments
A Minneapolis council member is working to save Heritage Park Apartments, where years of neglect have left families facing unsafe living conditions. FOX 9's Karen Sculllin has the story.
A Minneapolis council member is working to save Heritage Park Apartments, where years of neglect have left families facing unsafe living conditions. FOX 9's Karen Sculllin has the story.