Trump's tariff warning met with threat from Ontario that would make energy 'unaffordable' in Michigan & U.S.

In response to Donald Trump's 25% tariff plan, Ontario is considering limiting the export of electricity to the United States in a move that Premiere Doug Ford said would make electricity unaffordable for Americans.

Trump named Time's 'Person of the Year'

President-elect Donald Trump has been honored as Time magazine’s "Person of the Year" and will ring the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange.

Biden commutes 1,500 sentences and pardons 39 people, a single-day record

The president commuted the sentences of individuals who were released from prison and placed on home confinement and pardoned others convicted of nonviolent crimes.

New laws in MN that go into effect on Jan. 1
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Several laws passed last session are due to take effect on Jan. 1, 2025, affecting many Minnesotans. Minnesota Democrats have held a trifecta of power the last two legislative sessions ? controlling the House of Representatives, Senate and Governor positions. New laws include increased transparency for ticket buying, employers being required to post salary ranges with job listings and tackling "junk fees."

Only 2 in 10 Americans approve of Biden's pardon of his son Hunter, poll finds

While most Americans do not agree with the president’s decision to pardon his son, they have a more favorable view of his performance in the White House, a new poll shows.

Vikings’ Cam Bynum continues Philippines support with foundation

Minnesota Vikings safety Camryn Bynum continues to use his platform with the NFL to support communities in the Philippines.

Trump picks San Francisco attorney Harmeet Dhillon for spot in his administration

President-elect Donald Trump announced that he's choosing San Francisco attorney Harmeet Dhillon for a job in his administration – specifically to be assistant attorney general for civil rights in the U.S. Department of Justice. 

Elon Musk warning Republicans against getting in Trump's way — or his

Some on Donald Trump’s team believe Elon Musk supports the president-elect’s plan but may pressure Republicans who he considers disloyal to Trump.

Biden is rushing aid to Ukraine as everyone braces for Trump

President Joe Biden is providing billions of dollars to boost Ukraine’s military forces before he leaves office in several weeks.

Dayton's Christmas show memories kept alive in St. Paul neighborhood

FOX 9 first met Pihaly three years ago, when he built a Santa's Village using nine animatronic characters from the old Christmas shows in the 8th floor auditorium at the Dayton's Department store in downtown Minneapolis.

NICU baby make miraculous recovery
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A NICU baby made a miraculous recovery after doctors thought he wouldn't survive a few hours after birth. Now he is reuniting with the doctor who saved his life. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim has the story.

Trump vows to end birthright citizenship: Here's why that won't be easy

President-elect Donald Trump has vowed to end birthright citizenship on Day 1 of his second term, but the constitution makes that nearly impossible, scholars say.

'Lil Kirko Chainz' watching Kirk Cousins' return to U.S. Bank Stadium

Gustafson became known as 'Lil Kirko Chainz' at his first Vikings game two years ago after he dressed up like Kirk Cousins, who had gone viral for dancing shirtless on a plane with a bunch of chains wrapped around his neck.

Timoth?e Chalamet in MN on Bob Dylan movie [FULL INTERVIEW]
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The Twin Cities hosted the first screening of "A Complete Unknown", a film about Bob Dylan starring Timoth?e Chalamet, with local VIPs and fans braving the cold to see the star. Here's Chalamet's interview.

Biden is considering preemptive pardons for allies before he leaves office

The president is mulling the pardons amid concerns from the White House that President-elect Donald Trump’s administration could target Joe Biden’s allies in investigations.

Judge says 'coaching' by Minneapolis police not discipline, records not public

A judge ruled this week that the Minneapolis Police Department’s controversial practice of “coaching" some officers accused of misconduct is not discipline. The ruling means the city does not have to release records detailing alleged misconduct by officers in those cases.