RNC Chair Ronna McDaniel to resign after losing Trump's backing

RNC chair Ronna McDaniel said she’s leaving the GOP’s national leadership after Donald Trump announced his preference for someone else in the role.

New felony murder law in MN reopening old wounds for loved ones

A new Minnesota law has redefined aiding-and-abetting felony murder. Now, as outrage over the law change is growing, supporters continue to insist, it is the right thing to do in the name of justice.

Democrats blast high-end life insurance plans as tax dodging schemes for rich

In the report, authored by Chair Ron Wyden (D-Ore.), Democrats argued that these insurance policies exist only to promote “ultra-high net worth clients,” and act as a tax break for them in order to avoid paying billions.

Child care scholarships proposed in MN legislature
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Minnesota lawmakers are proposing child care scholarships for middle class Minnesotans. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has more.

EMS emergency declared by MN legislators asking for $120 million infusion

A bipartisan group of Minnesota legislators is declaring an EMS emergency. They’re asking for $120 million in funding to keep emergency medical services open, especially in greater Minnesota.

Alabama Supreme Court ruling: Frozen embryos, IVF future explained

Frozen embryos created during fertility treatments can be considered children under Alabama state law, the state’s Supreme Court ruled Friday.

Kids Code bill designed to protect Minnesota children from harmful online content

The Kids Code bill is working its way through the Minnesota legislature with the idea for companies providing content online to do a better job of keeping children away from people who would do them harm.

Alabama hospital halts IVF following state ruling saying frozen embryos are children

The University of Alabama at Birmingham health system said in a statement Wednesday that it must evaluate whether its patients or doctors could face criminal charges or punitive damages for undergoing IVF treatments.

Cannabis Expungement Board Director named by Gov. Walz

The director of the agency tasked with reviewing eligible felony and misdemeanor-level cannabis-related convictions for expungement has been appointed.

4-day school week could become more common in Minnesota with proposed law

A bill being discussed by the Minnesota Legislature would allow Minnesota school districts to implement a four-day school week without getting approval from the state’s Department of Education (MDE) Commissioner.

Alabama Supreme Court: Frozen embryos are 'children' under state law

Frozen embryos created during fertility treatments can be considered children under Alabama state law, the state’s Supreme Court ruled Friday.

Minnesota legislators pay tribute to Burnsville first responders

Flags at the Minnesota Capitol flew at half-staff on President's Day as a tribute to the Burnsville first responders shot and killed in the line of duty on Feb. 18.

Ex-Rep. Santos sues Jimmy Kimmel over Cameo video broadcast, alleges fraud

Former New York Congressman George Santos recently filed a lawsuit against Jimmy Kimmel after the late-night comedian allegedly solicited Santos' Cameo videos "under the guise of fandom."

Minnesota child social media influencer payments required in proposed law

The Minnesota Legislature is moving to make sure children who are part of social media campaigns that generate a profit get their piece of the pie.

Alcohol spirits home distilling in Minnesota could become legal

A new bill considered in the Minnesota Senate would add distilled spirits to the list of things you can make without a license.

Minnesota legislator term limits vote focus of new bill in state Senate

Minnesota's legislators might not be allowed to stay in their jobs indefinitely if a new bill that lets voters have a say in the matter is approved this legislative session.

Lawmakers want to get rid of non-compete loophole
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Minnesota lawmakers are working to get rid of what they call "shadow non-compete clauses". FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has more.