Minnesota swatting calls felony created under new law proposal
Making a fake call for emergency services to another person’s house could become a felony offense in Minnesota under a proposal being considered by lawmakers this legislative session.
Making a fake call for emergency services to another person’s house could become a felony offense in Minnesota under a proposal being considered by lawmakers this legislative session.
Trump's $454M bond for civil trial case not appealing to insurers
Court documents filed this week reveal the "insurmountable difficulties" former President Trump, the presumptive 2024 GOP presidential nominee, is having in obtaining an appeal bond for the New York civil matter.
Court documents filed this week reveal the "insurmountable difficulties" former President Trump, the presumptive 2024 GOP presidential nominee, is having in obtaining an appeal bond for the New York civil matter.
IVF, abortion and trans care coverage mandates considered by MN lawmakers
In vitro fertilization (IVF), abortion, and gender-affirming care are all on track to be mandatory in Minnesota health insurance coverage.
In vitro fertilization (IVF), abortion, and gender-affirming care are all on track to be mandatory in Minnesota health insurance coverage.
Trump, Biden secure victories in Tuesday's primaries, advancing towards a rematch
There was little suspense about Tuesday's results as both Biden and Trump are already their parties' presumptive nominees. But other races beyond the presidency also offer insight into the national political landscape.
There was little suspense about Tuesday's results as both Biden and Trump are already their parties' presumptive nominees. But other races beyond the presidency also offer insight into the national political landscape.
Uber leaving Minneapolis: Lyft driver says current pay is great
Lyft driver Travis Joseph provided FOX 9 with his paystubs from recent weeks, showing he's made more than $40 per hour. He's questioning other drivers who claim they can't make minimum wage, the impetus behind the new Minneapolis ordinance.
Lyft driver Travis Joseph provided FOX 9 with his paystubs from recent weeks, showing he's made more than $40 per hour. He's questioning other drivers who claim they can't make minimum wage, the impetus behind the new Minneapolis ordinance.
Over 60% of US abortions in 2023 done using medication: report
New research from the Guttmacher Institute, a research group advocating for abortion rights, reveals that over 60% of abortions in the United States last year were medication-induced, marking a significant increase from 53% in 2020.
New research from the Guttmacher Institute, a research group advocating for abortion rights, reveals that over 60% of abortions in the United States last year were medication-induced, marking a significant increase from 53% in 2020.
Better odds for sports betting in MN
The odds of Minnesota legalizing sports betting got a lot better Tuesday. Its political supporters have negotiated a deal with one of the biggest groups opposing a bill to open the books.
The odds of Minnesota legalizing sports betting got a lot better Tuesday. Its political supporters have negotiated a deal with one of the biggest groups opposing a bill to open the books.
Uber and Lyft leaving Minneapolis: Gov. Walz wants compromise
The Minneapolis City Council's vote to set a minimum wage for Uber and Lyft drivers has brought Gov. Tim Walz and Minnesota Republicans to rare agreement, albeit with differing approaches.
The Minneapolis City Council's vote to set a minimum wage for Uber and Lyft drivers has brought Gov. Tim Walz and Minnesota Republicans to rare agreement, albeit with differing approaches.
MN money: New budget calls for cash to EMS emergency, child tax credits
Some small changes in Minnesota’s money situation could help address a rural emergency as Gov. Tim Walz proposed about $199 million in new spending Monday, with emergency medical services near the top of the priorities.
Some small changes in Minnesota’s money situation could help address a rural emergency as Gov. Tim Walz proposed about $199 million in new spending Monday, with emergency medical services near the top of the priorities.
MN GOP lawmakers aim to keep Uber, Lyft in Mpls
Minnesota GOP lawmakers are planning to introduce a bill at the State Capitol that aims to keep Uber and Lyft in Minneapolis. Rep. Elliott Engen (R-White Bear Lake) speaks with FOX 9 about the bill.
Minnesota GOP lawmakers are planning to introduce a bill at the State Capitol that aims to keep Uber and Lyft in Minneapolis. Rep. Elliott Engen (R-White Bear Lake) speaks with FOX 9 about the bill.
Uber and Lyft leaving Minneapolis: Can taxis fill the void?
Back in 2014, Minneapolis had 1,948 licensed cab drivers. Today, there are just 39. If Uber and Lyft make good on their promise to pull out of the city on May 1, will taxi companies be able to fill the gap?
Back in 2014, Minneapolis had 1,948 licensed cab drivers. Today, there are just 39. If Uber and Lyft make good on their promise to pull out of the city on May 1, will taxi companies be able to fill the gap?
Minnesota SRO bill signed into law
Clarifications to a law passed last year restricting the force a School Resource Officer (SRO) can use when restraining students in Minnesota schools will head to Minnesota Governor Walz for approval.
Clarifications to a law passed last year restricting the force a School Resource Officer (SRO) can use when restraining students in Minnesota schools will head to Minnesota Governor Walz for approval.
Judge denies Trump's request to dismiss classified documents case
Former President Donald Trump’s felony classified documents charges won’t be dismissed on constitutional grounds, a federal judge ruled Thursday afternoon.
Former President Donald Trump’s felony classified documents charges won’t be dismissed on constitutional grounds, a federal judge ruled Thursday afternoon.
Minnesota SRO bill changes signed into law
Clarifications on a law restricting the force a School Resource Officer can use has been signed into law. FOX 9's Rob Olson has details.
Clarifications on a law restricting the force a School Resource Officer can use has been signed into law. FOX 9's Rob Olson has details.
Minnesota State Fair: Public transportation, parking plan sought by lawmakers
Did you have trouble getting to the Minnesota State Fair last summer? Lawmakers are hoping the Great Minnesota Get-Together will be easier to get to next year.
Did you have trouble getting to the Minnesota State Fair last summer? Lawmakers are hoping the Great Minnesota Get-Together will be easier to get to next year.
Jets' Aaron Rodgers denies accusations he shared Sandy Hook conspiracies
New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers has denied recent accusations that he allegedly shared conspiracy theories about the Sandy Hook shooting.
New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers has denied recent accusations that he allegedly shared conspiracy theories about the Sandy Hook shooting.
Social media restrictions in Minnesota focus of new bills
Several proposals making their way through the Minnesota Legislature this session would address the usage of social media platforms, and require them to adhere to new rules when offering their services to Minnesotans.
Several proposals making their way through the Minnesota Legislature this session would address the usage of social media platforms, and require them to adhere to new rules when offering their services to Minnesotans.
32-hour workweek? Bernie Sanders' bill would make it US law
Senator Bernie Sanders is proposing a 32-hour workweek with no loss of pay in America.
Senator Bernie Sanders is proposing a 32-hour workweek with no loss of pay in America.
In a first, VP Kamala Harris visits MN abortion clinic to blast ‘immoral’ restrictions
Vice President Kamala Harris visited a Planned Parenthood clinic on Thursday, marking what her office said was the first time a president or vice president has toured a facility that performs abortions, as the White House escalates its defense of reproductive rights in this year's election.
Vice President Kamala Harris visited a Planned Parenthood clinic on Thursday, marking what her office said was the first time a president or vice president has toured a facility that performs abortions, as the White House escalates its defense of reproductive rights in this year's election.
MN lawmakers look to block book bans at schools
If a book is age-appropriate, it shouldn't be banned based on the messages and ideas it conveys. That’s the argument some lawmakers made at the Capitol Wednesday.
If a book is age-appropriate, it shouldn't be banned based on the messages and ideas it conveys. That’s the argument some lawmakers made at the Capitol Wednesday.