Former Congressman Barney Frank dead at 86
Former Congressman Barney Frank was trailblazer for gay rights and also helped craft the most significant changes to the financial system in a generation.
Former Congressman Barney Frank was trailblazer for gay rights and also helped craft the most significant changes to the financial system in a generation.
Trump's grip on GOP tested in primary elections
President Trump’s influence over the GOP faced a major test in Tuesday’s primaries, highlighted by Trump-endorsed Ed Gallrein’s victory over Rep. Thomas Massie in Kentucky’s 4th District. FOX’s Doug Luzader has more.
President Trump’s influence over the GOP faced a major test in Tuesday’s primaries, highlighted by Trump-endorsed Ed Gallrein’s victory over Rep. Thomas Massie in Kentucky’s 4th District. FOX’s Doug Luzader has more.
Iran war: Strike called off, gas has cost $33B
Claiming he was an “hour away” from another round of strikes on Iran, President Trump said on Tuesday that allies convinced him otherwise as negotiations continue to end a conflict that approaches its third month. Meanwhile, estimates show that Americans have spent an additional $33 billion on gas since fighting began.
Claiming he was an “hour away” from another round of strikes on Iran, President Trump said on Tuesday that allies convinced him otherwise as negotiations continue to end a conflict that approaches its third month. Meanwhile, estimates show that Americans have spent an additional $33 billion on gas since fighting began.
Minnesota politics: What didn’t get finished?
Minnesota lawmakers ended the session with several high-profile proposals left unresolved, including issues such as gun safety, school security funding, car tab fees and infrastructure deals.
Minnesota lawmakers ended the session with several high-profile proposals left unresolved, including issues such as gun safety, school security funding, car tab fees and infrastructure deals.
What failed at Minnesota Capitol: IVF coverage, gun safety, autonomous vehicle bills
Lawmakers wrapped up a busy session at the Capitol, but some of the biggest debates are far from over. Here's what's left undone:
Lawmakers wrapped up a busy session at the Capitol, but some of the biggest debates are far from over. Here's what's left undone:
Walz outlines Chief Justice pick, challenges ahead
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz details his appointment of Theodora Gaïtas as Minnesota’s next Supreme Court Chief Justice, who will assume the position Oct. 1, 2026. As part of the ceremony, Walz outlined his appreciation for those who have past served, and his decision for the next person for the position, saying they would be leading through a time of “great uncertainty and challenges not seen before.”
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz details his appointment of Theodora Gaïtas as Minnesota’s next Supreme Court Chief Justice, who will assume the position Oct. 1, 2026. As part of the ceremony, Walz outlined his appreciation for those who have past served, and his decision for the next person for the position, saying they would be leading through a time of “great uncertainty and challenges not seen before.”
Supreme Court Chief Justice Theodora Gaïtas appointed
Minnesota’s newest Supreme Court Chief Justice Theodora Gaïtas speaks after being appointed by Gov. Tim Walz to begin the position on Oct. 1. During the address, Gaïtas expressed gratitude for family and colleagues before expressing the need to collaborate with communities they serve to work together.
Minnesota’s newest Supreme Court Chief Justice Theodora Gaïtas speaks after being appointed by Gov. Tim Walz to begin the position on Oct. 1. During the address, Gaïtas expressed gratitude for family and colleagues before expressing the need to collaborate with communities they serve to work together.
Minnesota Supreme Court appointment endorsement
Minnesota’s outgoing Supreme Court Chief Justice Natalie Hudson speaks on behalf of Gov. Tim Walz’s nomination of Theodora Gaïtas as Minnesota’s next Supreme Court Chief Justice, effective Oct. 1, 2026.
Minnesota’s outgoing Supreme Court Chief Justice Natalie Hudson speaks on behalf of Gov. Tim Walz’s nomination of Theodora Gaïtas as Minnesota’s next Supreme Court Chief Justice, effective Oct. 1, 2026.
Gov. Walz names new Minnesota Supreme Court Justice Theodora Gaïtas
Gov. Tim Walz has appointed a new Minnesota Supreme Court Chief Justice, effective Oct. 1, 2026.
Gov. Tim Walz has appointed a new Minnesota Supreme Court Chief Justice, effective Oct. 1, 2026.
Minneapolis council to debate police training center, police budget
Minneapolis city council members will again debate moving forward with a proposed police and fire training center, that critics have dubbed a "cop city," at a committee meeting on Tuesday.
Minneapolis city council members will again debate moving forward with a proposed police and fire training center, that critics have dubbed a "cop city," at a committee meeting on Tuesday.
House proposal would charge EV owners $130 yearly for road repairs
Electric vehicle owners could soon face a $130 annual federal fee under a proposed bipartisan bill created to shore up funding for road maintenance.
Electric vehicle owners could soon face a $130 annual federal fee under a proposed bipartisan bill created to shore up funding for road maintenance.
Trump calls off new strikes on Iran
President Trump has called off a military attack on Iran that was scheduled for Tuesday. The decision follows a direct request from Middle East allies -- including Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE -- to allow more time to negotiate an agreement regarding Iran's nuclear program and avoid war.
President Trump has called off a military attack on Iran that was scheduled for Tuesday. The decision follows a direct request from Middle East allies -- including Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE -- to allow more time to negotiate an agreement regarding Iran's nuclear program and avoid war.
ICE agent charged in Hennepin County
Hennepin County officials say they plan to charge an ICE agent involved in the shooting of a person in north Minneapolis. FOX 9’s Maury Glover has the latest.
Hennepin County officials say they plan to charge an ICE agent involved in the shooting of a person in north Minneapolis. FOX 9’s Maury Glover has the latest.
Feeding our Future fraud: Prosecutors ask for 50-year sentence for Aimee Bock
Federal prosecutors recommend a sentence of 50 years in prison for Aimee Bock for coordinating the nation’s largest COVID-19 pandemic fraud scheme.
Federal prosecutors recommend a sentence of 50 years in prison for Aimee Bock for coordinating the nation’s largest COVID-19 pandemic fraud scheme.
Minnesota legislative session recap
The 2026 legislative session has ended with Minnesota lawmakers passing major bills passed on fraud prevention, health care and infrastructure. FOX 9’s Corin Hoggard has the details.
The 2026 legislative session has ended with Minnesota lawmakers passing major bills passed on fraud prevention, health care and infrastructure. FOX 9’s Corin Hoggard has the details.
Minnesota legislature 2026: Property tax relief, fraud crackdown, HCMC funding approved
Minnesota lawmakers closed out the 2026 legislative session with a flurry of last-minute votes, passing bills that will touch nearly every family in the process. Here's what you need to know.
Minnesota lawmakers closed out the 2026 legislative session with a flurry of last-minute votes, passing bills that will touch nearly every family in the process. Here's what you need to know.
FDA drug center director removed in latest shake-up
The FDA's top drug official Dr. Tracy Beth Hoeg is leaving in the latest shake-up at the powerful health agency. She said in a social media post late Friday that she was fired.
The FDA's top drug official Dr. Tracy Beth Hoeg is leaving in the latest shake-up at the powerful health agency. She said in a social media post late Friday that she was fired.
Minnesota 2026 legislative session ends: Recap
The 2026 Minnesota legislative session is wrapping up, with lawmakers finalizing their work at the State Capitol. FOX 9’s Kelly O’Connell has the latest on what bills passed, and what didn’t make it over the finish line.
The 2026 Minnesota legislative session is wrapping up, with lawmakers finalizing their work at the State Capitol. FOX 9’s Kelly O’Connell has the latest on what bills passed, and what didn’t make it over the finish line.
MN Capitol deadline: Lawmakers rush to finish business before session ends
The clock is ticking at the Minnesota State Capitol as lawmakers race to pass several high-profile bills before the legislative session ends at midnight.
The clock is ticking at the Minnesota State Capitol as lawmakers race to pass several high-profile bills before the legislative session ends at midnight.
Rededicate 250 prayer rally draws thousands to National Mall
A daylong prayer rally drew thousands of people to the National Mall on Sunday where they heard speeches from prominent religious and political figures.
A daylong prayer rally drew thousands of people to the National Mall on Sunday where they heard speeches from prominent religious and political figures.