Animal Humane Society's Puppy Day at State Capitol
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The Animal Humane Society brought puppies to the Minnesota State Capitol for their 7th Annual Puppy Day.

‘Fairer’ debt championed by Minnesota pastors, union leaders

The so-called Debt Fairness bills would protect the last $4,000 in your bank account from debt collectors and reduce the amount lenders can garnish from your wages, if your income meets a certain threshold.

DFL denounces candidate citing ‘violent, threatening’ behaviors

Criminal records show that Judd has convictions for second-degree assault, and several counts of damage to property and disorderly conduct.

Amid threat of ouster, Trump offers support for embattled Speaker Mike Johnson

The joint appearance comes amid growing pressure from hard-right lawmakers such as Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, who have voiced intentions of initiating a sudden vote to oust Johnson from his position as speaker.

EV chargers required for new construction under lawmaker proposal

As electric vehicle (EV) options become more abundant for consumers, Minnesota lawmakers want to ensure newly constructed properties will have the ability to charge them.

Free electronic tax filing for Minnesotans could be provided by state soon

Stressing over your tax returns? Lawmakers are considering the creation of a free electronic tax filing system that would be available for Minnesotans in the future.

Uber, Lyft in Minneapolis: City Council members vote to delay ordinance to July 1

The Minneapolis City Council unanimously voted to move the ordinance's effective date to July 1 to give more time for new ride-hailing apps to enter the market and work with state legislatures for other possible solutions.

Gun show loophole: White House issues new rule to expand background checks

The rule closes a loophole allowing guns to be sold each year by unlicensed dealers who don’t perform background checks on potential buyers legally banned from having a gun.

Legal supply in question as marijuana bill moves forward

A couple of token changes in Minnesota’s new marijuana bills are highlighting concerns about whether a legal supply will be available when retailers launch sometime next year.

Trump's latest abortion statement draws ire from pro-life groups

Former President Donald Trump clarified his position on abortion after months of mixed messages. Anti-abortion groups say they're "deeply disappointed" with Trump's statement.

New sports betting bill angers MN horse track owners
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A new sports betting bill introduced by Minnesota legislators is causing some controversy with Minnesota horse track owners. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the latest.

Genealogist on TikTok ban bill: 'This is the bulk of my client base'

After a confidential intelligence briefing earlier this year, a bill to ban TikTok, citing national security concerns, received bipartisan support in the House of Representatives. But now, as similar legislation is being considered by the U.S. Senate, some Minnesotans are saying not so fast.

Minnesotans concerned about potential TikTok ban
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Some Minnesotans are concerned over the potential TikTok ban, including a New Brighton woman who is known by tens of thousands of people as the The Formidable Genealogist. FOX 9's Babs Santos has the story.

READ Act racial insensitivity concerns raised among lawmakers

The READ Act has Minnesota schools turning the page on an old approach to reading, but some teachers are alerting state lawmakers to racially insensitive material as they get to this new chapter.

MN teachers question 'READ Act' curricula
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Some Minnesota teachers are questioning the READ Act, saying some of the material used in the curriculum is racially insensitive. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the latest.