New law could free man serving life sentence
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A new law passed by the Minnesota Legislature last session could free a man convicted of killing another in 1995 when he was 15-years-old. FOX 9?s Karen Scullin spoke with the now 43-year-old who could be facing parole.

Minneapolis speeding cameras pilot program preparation underway

The City of Minneapolis is ready to launch a program enforcing speed limits with cameras, but there might be legal hurdles to its enforcement.

Minnesota speed cameras proposal discussed
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Minnesota could potentially implement a pilot program that would monitor a driver?s speeds through the use of ?red light cameras? that could be voted on by the Minnesota Legislature this year. FOX 9?s Corin Hoggard has the details.

Congressional leaders announce agreement on spending levels

Congressional leaders have reached an agreement on topline spending levels for the current fiscal year that could help avoid a partial government shutdown later this month.

Encampment residents suing Minneapolis Mayor
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A lawsuit has been filed against Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey on behalf of people living in a homeless encampment in an effort to postpone an eviction they believe is unjust.

Minnesota's new Red Flag Law takes effect: How it works

The long-debated Red Flag Law is now in effect in Minnesota. The legislation, which was passed by the Democrat-controlled legislature last year, took effect on Jan. 1. On Tuesday, Governor Tim Walz discussed the new law and what it means for Minnesotans.

New ?Red Flag? gun law enacted
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The enactment of the Extreme Risk Protection Order Law, also known as the Red Flag Law, has been the topic of a long debate, and is now enacted in Minnesota. FOX 9?s Rob Olson details the law?s impact, which requires a request from law enforcement, a prosecutor, or a family member to initiate action.

New laws affect renters, workers, ice fishers

Minnesota's newest laws took effect on Jan. 1, affecting people who rent, people looking for work, and people out on the ice this winter.

Former refugee pays it forward to those looking to make Minnesota home

The holiday season is a time of giving and one Twin Cities man who came to America 20 years ago is paying it forward to new refugees making their home in the North Star state.

Former refugee lends hand to those in need
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The holiday season is a time of giving, and Mohamed "Elias" Dawid is paying it forward to new refugees making their home in the North Star state.

Ohio governor vetoes ban on gender-affirming care, transgender athletes in girls sports

Ohio's Republican governor said the bill would affect a small number of children, “but for those children who face gender dysphoria ... the consequences of this bill could not be more profound."

Abortion issue creates 'new era' for state supreme court races in 2024

With the abortion debate shifted to states since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, state supreme court races have emerged as some of the most hotly contested and expensive races on the ballot.

Trump blocked from 2024 primary ballot in 2 states. Can he still run for president?

The decision by Maine's secretary of state to bar Trump from the ballot will inevitably increase pressure on the U.S. Supreme Court to settle the issue of his eligibility once and for all.

New Minnesota laws: Landlord requirements, renter protections

Several new laws will take effect governing multiple aspects of life in Minnesota, and along with them are increased requirements for property owners renting units.