Speaker of the House Johnson addresses shutdown [FULL]
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Speaker of the House Mike Johnson spoke to reporters alongside Senate Majority Leader John Thune on the third day of the government shutdown.

Vote to try to end shutdown expected today
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Lawmakers are expected to hold a vote in an attempt to end the national government shutdown today. Doug Luzader has the latest from Washington.

Kaohly Her: Operations, innovation set her apart in St. Paul mayoral race

State Representative Kaohly Her is likely the strongest challenger in St. Paul’s mayoral race running against incumbent Melvin Carter. Her shared the vision she has for downtown St. Paul with FOX 9.

Annunciation shooting: Doctors in Minnesota call for gun ban, special session

Minnesota doctors are calling for lawmakers to move forward with a special session to pass legislation aimed at regulating firearms and reducing gun violence in the state.

MN doctors push for gun ban after Annunciation shooting
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In the wake of the shooting at Annunciation Church in Minneapolis in August, healthcare leaders in Minnesota are pushing lawmakers to move forward with a special session to take action on gun violence, including an assault weapons ban for the state.

Gov. Walz says he won't 'bend the knee' to Pres. Trump amid funding cuts concerns

Discussing the impact of the federal government shutdown on Minnesota, Governor Tim Walz said he won't acquiesce to the Trump administration, as the White House blocks funding for Democratic-led states.

Sen. Fateh campaign violated Campaign Practices Act, fined for yard signs

Following the revocation of the Minnesota DFL’s endorsement of his campaign for Minneapolis Mayor, a court has ruled that Sen. Omar Fateh broke Minnesota’s campaign laws by illegally distributing yard signs that were knowingly no loner accurate.

Gov. Walz: I won't 'bend the knee' to Pres. Trump
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Discussing potential political retribution from the White House as the federal government shutdown takes effect, Gov. Walz said he won't change his tone on President Trump, saying he's not going to "bend the knee" or "kiss the ring" or acquiesce to the president.

Local impact of government shutdown
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As the government shutdown enters its second day with no immediate end in sight, local leaders will discuss the potential impacts Minnesota residents could face. FOX 9?s Bill Keller has more on the story.

Government shutdown continues with no end in sight
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There is no end in sight for the federal government shutdown that is entering its second day. Congress has again failed to reach a spending deal, and they have no plans to vote again on Thursday. FOX?s Doug Luzader has the latest.

Matt Pelikan announces run for Hennepin County Attorney's Office

A Minneapolis lawyer announced his candidacy for the Hennepin County Attorney's Office after Mary Moriarty announced she is not seeking reelection.

Here's how long the government shutdown could go on

This shutdown is expected to last at least three days, as the Senate isn't likely to hold any votes until at least Oct. 3.

First full day of federal government shutdown
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FOX 9's Corin Hoggard explains the impact on Minnesotans with the federal government shutdown.

Government shutdown impact on Minnesota
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FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the latest details on impact the U.S. Government shutdown is having on Minnesota.

White House press briefing on government shutdown
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White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt and Vice President JD Vance pointed the finger at Democrats as Congress missed a deadline, forcing the government to shut down on Wednesday.

JD Vance weighs in on government shutdown
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JD Vance blasted Democrats, blaming them for sending the federal government into a shutdown overnight.

Just 3 states are responsible for 80% of known school book bans

An annual report on book bans in U.S. schools finds that 80% of the nearly 7,000 books banned for the 2024-2025 school year took place in just three states.