Putin, Kim Jong Un meet in Russia
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Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean Leader Kim Jong Un are continuing their meeting in Russia. FOX 9's Hannah Flood has the latest.

Unique student-custodian relationship formed at Maple Lake Elementary

Israel Budke loves cleaning and has dreams of becoming a custodian when he grows up, but physical setbacks have made it more challenging for him to clean. A new relationship has helped change that.

Unique friendship at Maple Lake Elementary
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A close friendship between a student with disabilities and a school custodian has led to an expansion of communication and relationship building skills.

Minnesota voters file lawsuit to block Donald Trump from ballot in 2024

A group filed a lawsuit on Tuesday to block former President Donald Trump from the ballot in Minnesota based on the 14th Amendment, which bans those who engaged in insurrection against America from running for president.

US progresses prisoner exchange with Iran and release $6B in frozen Iranian funds

Secretary of State Antony Blinken signed off on the sanctions waivers late last week, a month after U.S. and Iranian officials said an agreement in principle was in place.

New Minneapolis Community Safety Commissioner nominated

Following the departure of Cedric Alexander, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey has announced its next Minneapolis Community Safety Commissioner.

Biden pays respects at John McCain memorial to wrap up Vietnam visit

President Biden and leaders in Vietnam also met to speak about strengthening their partnership amid shared concerns about China's assertiveness in the Pacific.

Former Gov. Al Quie lies in state at Capitol ahead of funeral

Gov. Tim Walz ordered flags be lowered to half-staff as former Minnesota governor and congressman Al Quie lies in state at the Minnesota State Capitol on Friday.

Queen Elizabeth II remembered by UK on 1-year anniversary of her death

Queen Elizabeth II, who took the throne at the age of 25, was a respected figure whose presence helped unify Britain and its growth as a modern, multicultural nation.

Hunter Biden faces new indictment from prosecutors as plea deal unravels

Federal prosecutors are seeking to bring a new indictment against President Joe Biden’s son Hunter by the end of September, according to court documents filed Wednesday.

Colorado group files lawsuit seeking to prevent Trump's return to presidential race

A liberal group on Wednesday filed a lawsuit to bar former President Donald Trump from the primary ballot in Colorado, arguing he is ineligible to run for the White House again under a rarely used clause in the U.S. Constitution.

Kamala Harris says Trump can’t be spared accountability for Jan. 6

Vice President Kamala Harris and President Joe Biden have been outspoken about what they consider a real danger to American democracy in the aftermath of the 2020 election.

Could Trump be left off 2024 ballot in Minnesota?

An argument is gaining traction nationally regarding the 14th amendment, which bans those who engaged in insurrection against America from running for president.

Minnesota State Fair attendance: 2023 was 6th busiest year for the fair

After setting an attendance record on its opening Friday and seeing its second-highest attendance for an opening weekend, official Minnesota State Fair attendance totals settled back to middle of the pack.

Gov. Walz speaks on SROs, first day of school
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Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz on Tuesday visited Oak Grove Elementary School in Bloomington to kickoff the start of the school year. During brief comments, Walz addressed calls for a special session to clarify the school resource officers law.

First lady Jill Biden tests positive for COVID-19

The first lady is experiencing "mild symptoms" and will remain at her home in Delaware, the White House said.