More school buses in Minnesota are failing safety inspections. Here’s why.

From fuel leaks to brake issues and faulty emergency exits, more than 4,500 school buses in Minnesota failed annual safety inspections last year, according to a FOX 9 Investigators analysis of state inspection records. 

Elijah Vue dead: Two Rivers police confirm remains found

The Two Rivers Police Department confirmed that human skeletal remains found last week were those of Elijah Vue.

Courtney Godfrey: Unscripted with Dawn Mitchell
video

This week features FOX 9?s own Courtney Godfrey, who?s worked hard on chasing her dream to compete with the U.S. Paralympic Team after losing the bottom half of one of her legs in 2017.

Historic drive-in reopens with new name, menu and look
video

The iconic Galaxy Drive-in closed nearly nine years ago. It reopened again in 2020 for a summer and then sat vacant until now. Craft & Crew purchased it in the winter of 2023 and opened Wells Roadside. The space has a whole new look and menu. They?re serving up fresh-cut fries, flavor-blasted soft-serve ice cream and an Oklahoma smash burger made with Wagyu beef. They also serve beer and cocktails on tap. Nothing on the menu is over $10. Wells Roadside will be open year-round, from 10:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. daily.

FOX 9 Good Day: Sept. 13, 2024
video

It's Friday the 13th and we deep dive into which superstitions people believe in. Plus, Dr. Eric Ruhland and Butter join us to talk about how to keep your pets healthy during fall allergy season. And Stephanie March joins us to share some new and upcoming restaurants you can try this fall in the Metro area. Also, we get a look at some fall trends and a preview of Fashion Week Minnesota!

St. Paul couple uncovers birthplace of Old Dutch Potato Chips

Old Dutch, a staple in Minnesota kitchens for nearly a century, is celebrating its 90th anniversary this year. A recent discovery has connected this iconic snack brand to a historic home in St. Paul.

Quilters flock to Chaska for 6-day festival
video

Chaska is the destination for quilters from around the world for the next five days. World-renowned quilter, Gudrun Erla moved to the western Twin Cities from Iceland and started GE Designs. And for the third year she?s hosting GE Fam Fest, a six-day festival with classes, demonstrations and a huge tent sale at the Chaska headquarters. The festival started on Sept. 11 and runs through the Sept. 16.

Earthquake strikes during live taping of Good Day LA

The Good Day LA cameras were rolling when an earthquake struck Southern California on Thursday. Watch the anchors react.

FOX 9 Good Day: Sept. 12, 2024
video

A dad's heartfelt message to parents who are in the thick of it. An upcoming fall concert putting the spotlight on the importance of opening up the discussion about mental health and suicide prevention. Also, a trip to the kitchen where Old Dutch Chips were born. Plus, ADORABLE BABY TIGERS take over the Minnesota Zoo!

Taste Buds: Sweet, spicy, and pickled for fall

Eager to seize the summer season in a jar, Stephanie Hansen enlists her favorite canning and pickling friends in this episode of Taste Buds. 

Taste Buds: Sweet, spicy, and pickled for fall
video

Eager to seize the summer season in a jar, Stephanie Hansen enlists her favorite canning and pickling friends in this episode of Taste Buds.

FOX 9 Good Day: Sept. 11, 2024
video

Should September 11th be named a national holiday? Lawmakers are hoping to turn it into a more permanent day of reflection and remembrance. Plus, watch to uncover Shayne's most embarrassing Halloween costume of all time. And a must-see moment! Good Day shatters the space-time continuum when an actor from the 1985 film Back to the Future collides on our set with an actor from the touring Broadway show on stage now at the Orpheum.

Legendary singer Frankie Beverly dies at the age of 77

Legendary R&B singer Frankie Beverly has died at the age of 77, according to an announcement from his family on his Instagram page.

Fall lawn and garden checklist
video

Garden Guy Dale K. runs through your lawn and garden checklist to get you prepped for fall.