Acting ICE director faces Congressional oversight hearing
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Acting ICE Director Todd Lyons went in front of a Congressional oversight hearing on Tuesday to answer some lingering questions about immigration enforcement. FOX 9's Karen Scullin has more.

Gov. Walz says ICE drawdown expected in ‘days, not weeks and months’
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The onslaught of federal immigration officers as part of Operation Metro Surge could be over as soon as next week, according to statements made by Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz on Tuesday. FOX 9's Tim Blotz has more.

Gov. Walz says ICE drawdown expected within days
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The onslaught of federal immigration officers as part of Operation Metro Surge could be over as soon as next week, according to statements made by Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz on Tuesday. FOX 9's Tim Blotz has more.

MN fraud hearing: Senators hear testimony on fraud
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Senators questioned witnesses about what to do about fraud following the Minnesota scandal that became the justification for the recent ICE surge.

Man charged in St. Cloud stabbing of former gubernatorial candidate’s daughter

A St. Cloud man faces murder charges after he allegedly stabbed the daughter of a former Republican candidate for Minnesota governor, who has since suspended his campaign in the wake of her death.

Gov. Walz says he expects ICE drawdown in ‘days, not weeks and months’

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz said on Tuesday that an announcement saying more federal immigration officers would be leaving Minnesota is expected in "days, not weeks and months."

American optimism drops to record low in new poll

How optimistic are you about the future? New polling found that Americans’ hope for their future is at an all-time low.

Whipple Federal Building visited by attorneys
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Attorneys were allowed inside the Whipple Federal Building to visit clients and see conditions after a court order granted them access. FOX 9’s Soyoung Kim has the latest.

Macalester grad Conor McDermott-Mostowy chases Olympic dream in Milan

Conor McDermott-Mostowy, a recent Macalester College graduate, is making waves at the Winter Olympics, not just with his speed skating but also by increasing representation for the LGBTQ+ community.

South Minneapolis businesses bounce back after ICE protests

Businesses near where Alex Pretti was killed continue to see community support more than two weeks after his death.

Judge upholds refugee detainment ruling during fraud crackdown

A federal judge is renewing protections for newly arrived refugees during the immigration enforcement surge in Minnesota.

Ghislaine Maxwell pleads the 5th in Epstein case
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House Oversight Chair James Comer expressed disappointment after Jeffrey Epstein’s longtime girlfriend, Ghislaine Maxwell, pleaded the Fifth in response to nearly every question during a recent deposition. Maxwell, who is serving a 20-year sentence for sex trafficking, suggested she would only cooperate if granted a pardon by President Trump

Super Bowl Ring doorbell ad sparks controversy over privacy
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A Super Bowl ad for Ring doorbell cameras featuring AI technology is sparking controversy over privacy concerns. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the story.

Clemency vs. pardon: Ghislaine Maxwell appeals for clemency from Trump

Ghislaine Maxwell indicated she’ll testify about Trump and Clinton – but only if she’s granted clemency. Here’s what we know.

DHS shutdown looms as lawmakers debate ICE reform
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Lawmakers return to work this week facing a tough deadline, as funding for much of the Department of Homeland Security is set to expire after Friday. Democrats released a detailed list of demands over the weekend, but with the deadline quickly approaching, there is limited time to reach a resolution. FOX’s Doug Luzader reports.

Ghislaine Maxwell to testify before Congress in Epstein probe
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Ghislaine Maxwell, the long-time accomplice of Jeffrey Epstein, is set to appear before the House Oversight Committee for a closed-door, virtual testimony with lawmakers on Monday. Maxwell is unlikely to answer questions and is expected to invoke her Fifth Amendment right to remain silent.

US Attorney Pirro seems to walk back threats to arrest lawful gun owners following backlash

During an appearance on Fox News on Monday, Pirro said that anyone who brings a gun to D.C., even if they're licensed to carry it elsewhere, should count on facing arrest.

Appeals court rules in favor of mass detention of undocumented immigrants without bond hearings

The U.S. 5th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that undocumented immigrants can be detained without bond during removal proceedings, backing a Trump administration policy that reversed previous decisions reached by lower courts.

Alex Pretti shooting: Minnesota BCA 'remains committed' to working with FBI, but no plans finalized

The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) said it remains committed to working with federal investigators to find a path forward to investigate the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by U.S. Border Patrol agents, but those plans have not been finalized.