What are bump stocks? Supreme Court weighs Trump-era ban on gun accessory

Bump stocks were banned in 2019 after a gunman with bump stock-equipped rifles killed 60 people and wounded hundreds in Las Vegas in 2017.

Mitch McConnell to resign as Senate Republican leader in November

Mitch McConnell, the longest-serving Senate leader in history who maintained his power in the face of dramatic convulsions in the Republican Party for almost two decades, will step down from that position in November.

Second gentleman Douglas Emhoff coming to Twin Cities

Doug Emhoff, the husband of Vice President Kamala Harris, will visit Minnesota as part of the Investing in America Tour.

Michigan primary 2024 takeaways: Trump-Biden win edging closer to a rematch

Biden and Trump easily won their Michigan primaries on Tuesday. However, both candidates have cause for concern in their bid for the White House.

Uber and Lyft leaving Minneapolis? Ride-hail apps oppose new ordinance

Uber and Lyft are warning they may be forced to drop service in Minneapolis as the city council considers an ordinance to ensure ride-hail drivers make minimum wage.

Lead ammo ban in MN could double costs for clay target shooting teams

A hugely popular Minnesota high school sport could become much more expensive under a proposed law designed to protect children from lead.

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.