FOX 9 Town Ball Tour heads to Maple Lake
The FOX 9 Town Ball Tour is hitting the road once again, this time headed to Maple Lake where the Lakers are taking on the Cokato Kernels.
The FOX 9 Town Ball Tour is hitting the road once again, this time headed to Maple Lake where the Lakers are taking on the Cokato Kernels.
The next best thing to town ball in Maple Lake, Minnesota
FOX 9's Shayne Wells is exploring the town of Maple Lake, Minnesota ahead of Wednesday's Town Ball Tour match-up between the Maple Lake Lakers and the Cokato Kernels.
FOX 9's Shayne Wells is exploring the town of Maple Lake, Minnesota ahead of Wednesday's Town Ball Tour match-up between the Maple Lake Lakers and the Cokato Kernels.
Movement underway to save Twin Cities concert venues
It?s no secret the Twin Cities has a vibrant music scene with many celebrated venues. But with these venues shut down and an uncertain future, there?s an effort to help them stay afloat. The folks behind MusicInMinnesota.com have created the ?Value our Venues? fundraiser. They?ve selected eight important venues to highlight; First Ave., The Turf Club, Hook and Ladder Theater, Mortimer?s, Parkway Theater, The Warming House, Caydence Records and The Garage. They got the support of more than 50 musicians for a unique photo shoot showing these artists in front of the shut-down venues they used to play. Every day Music in Minnesota releases new artist portraits and recently created a Spotify playlist featuring Minnesota musicians. The goal is to raise $100,000 to split evenly between the venues. To find out more visit: https://www.musicinminnesota.com/value-our-venues/
It?s no secret the Twin Cities has a vibrant music scene with many celebrated venues. But with these venues shut down and an uncertain future, there?s an effort to help them stay afloat. The folks behind MusicInMinnesota.com have created the ?Value our Venues? fundraiser. They?ve selected eight important venues to highlight; First Ave., The Turf Club, Hook and Ladder Theater, Mortimer?s, Parkway Theater, The Warming House, Caydence Records and The Garage. They got the support of more than 50 musicians for a unique photo shoot showing these artists in front of the shut-down venues they used to play. Every day Music in Minnesota releases new artist portraits and recently created a Spotify playlist featuring Minnesota musicians. The goal is to raise $100,000 to split evenly between the venues. To find out more visit: https://www.musicinminnesota.com/value-our-venues/
Security for Minneapolis Council totaled $152K
The final bill is in for taxpayer funded private security for three Minneapolis City Council members: $152,400.
The final bill is in for taxpayer funded private security for three Minneapolis City Council members: $152,400.
St. Paul superintendent talks strategies to close achievement gap at schools
Racial disparities in Minnesota's education system have persisted for decades. In fact, some studies suggest the state has the worst achievement gaps in the country.
Racial disparities in Minnesota's education system have persisted for decades. In fact, some studies suggest the state has the worst achievement gaps in the country.
150 Minneapolis police officers seeking disability for PTSD following riots
At least 150 Minneapolis Police Officers have begun the process of seeking ‘duty disability’ for post-traumatic stress under the Minnesota Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA), said an attorney representing the officers.
At least 150 Minneapolis Police Officers have begun the process of seeking ‘duty disability’ for post-traumatic stress under the Minnesota Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA), said an attorney representing the officers.
FOX 9 Town Ball Tour heads to Cologne, Minnesota for Hollanders vs. St. Boni Saints
This week, the FOX 9 Town Ball Tour heads to Cologne, Minnesota, where the Hollanders will face the St. Boni Saints.
This week, the FOX 9 Town Ball Tour heads to Cologne, Minnesota, where the Hollanders will face the St. Boni Saints.
Next FOX 9 Town Ball Tour stop, Cologne Hollanders, boast unbeatable cheese curds in amateur baseball
The Cologne Hollanders say The Shack at Robert G. Fritz Memorial Field has unbeatable cheese curds in amateur baseball.
The Cologne Hollanders say The Shack at Robert G. Fritz Memorial Field has unbeatable cheese curds in amateur baseball.
'Inclusion is key': Minnesota entrepreneur creates new brand for Black girls
After working years in the retail marketing industry, entrepreneur Audra Robinson is working to fill a void.
After working years in the retail marketing industry, entrepreneur Audra Robinson is working to fill a void.
Is it Legal? Can employers ask their employees to sign COVID-19 waivers?
Is it Legal? contributor Ted Haller takes on an important set of issues amid the pandemic. Can employers ask employees to sign COVID-19 waivers before they return to the workplace? And can businesses require customers to also sign liability waivers?
Is it Legal? contributor Ted Haller takes on an important set of issues amid the pandemic. Can employers ask employees to sign COVID-19 waivers before they return to the workplace? And can businesses require customers to also sign liability waivers?
Small Minnesota town where ?Purple Rain? was filmed unveils Prince statue
A new life-sized statue of Prince joins a growing tribute on Main Street in Henderson, Minnesota. There?s also a memorial bench and mural. The small Minnesota town about 45 minutes south of the metro is where the famous ?that ain?t Lake Minnetonka? scene was filmed for the movie ?Purple Rain.? Cinematographer Joel King is the man who spearheaded this project. He worked with Prince on the movie ?Graffiti Bridge.? While he grew up in Minneapolis, he moved to Hollywood to work on films. He now lives in Henderson and can often be found sharing stories with tourists at the Prince tribute.
A new life-sized statue of Prince joins a growing tribute on Main Street in Henderson, Minnesota. There?s also a memorial bench and mural. The small Minnesota town about 45 minutes south of the metro is where the famous ?that ain?t Lake Minnetonka? scene was filmed for the movie ?Purple Rain.? Cinematographer Joel King is the man who spearheaded this project. He worked with Prince on the movie ?Graffiti Bridge.? While he grew up in Minneapolis, he moved to Hollywood to work on films. He now lives in Henderson and can often be found sharing stories with tourists at the Prince tribute.
Voices for Change: The role Somali-Americans are playing in standing against systemic racism
Home to the largest Somali community in the country, Minnesota Somali-Americans have played a pivotal role in taking a stand against systemic racism in the weeks following the death of George Floyd.
Home to the largest Somali community in the country, Minnesota Somali-Americans have played a pivotal role in taking a stand against systemic racism in the weeks following the death of George Floyd.
(In)Security: Unrest saw surge in unlicensed security
In the grief and chaos of that last week in May, when 911 calls went unanswered and police were nowhere to be found, some saw an opportunity to make money, as private security agents.
In the grief and chaos of that last week in May, when 911 calls went unanswered and police were nowhere to be found, some saw an opportunity to make money, as private security agents.
New ice cream shop opens in St. Paul to help you beat summer heat
Not much can beat a scoop of ice cream on a hot summer day and we have just the place to do that, 2 Scoops Ice Cream Eatery. The new shop just opened on the corner of Selby and Milton in St. Paul. The family-owned business has been in the works for three years as they searched for the perfect spot. They offer 18 different flavors of ice cream and serve hot food as well including pizza and chili dogs.
Not much can beat a scoop of ice cream on a hot summer day and we have just the place to do that, 2 Scoops Ice Cream Eatery. The new shop just opened on the corner of Selby and Milton in St. Paul. The family-owned business has been in the works for three years as they searched for the perfect spot. They offer 18 different flavors of ice cream and serve hot food as well including pizza and chili dogs.
FOX 9 Town Ball Tour continues in Red Wing as Aces take on rivals Lake City Serpents
The FOX 9 Town Ball Tour heads to Red Wing, Minnesota Wednesday as the Red Wing Aces take on rivals the Lake City Serpents.
The FOX 9 Town Ball Tour heads to Red Wing, Minnesota Wednesday as the Red Wing Aces take on rivals the Lake City Serpents.
FOX 9 Town Ball Tour heads to Bird Island, Minnesota for first match-up of the season
The FOX 9 Town Ball Tour is back Wednesday as our crews head to Bird Island, Minnesota for our first matchup of the season.
The FOX 9 Town Ball Tour is back Wednesday as our crews head to Bird Island, Minnesota for our first matchup of the season.
Community embraces Black-owned businesses amid protests
As a show of support for the Black community, people are embracing Black-owned businesses. There are a lot of lists circulating to help people find and support businesses owned by people of color and one of those is Soul Bowl. Gerard Klass? restaurant, which is located in the Graze Food Hall near Target Field, has been prominently featured on almost every list and he?s thankful for that visibility. It?s translated to more business and followers on social media. In fact, on Friday, Juneteenth, Soul Bowl had its highest sales day ever. Klass hopes this support for Black-owned businesses isn?t just a phase and that it continues into the future. Klass also wants to pay it forward. In March, he started a program called ?Food for your Soul? providing meals for families who are struggling. To date, they've donated 5,000 meals in the community.
As a show of support for the Black community, people are embracing Black-owned businesses. There are a lot of lists circulating to help people find and support businesses owned by people of color and one of those is Soul Bowl. Gerard Klass? restaurant, which is located in the Graze Food Hall near Target Field, has been prominently featured on almost every list and he?s thankful for that visibility. It?s translated to more business and followers on social media. In fact, on Friday, Juneteenth, Soul Bowl had its highest sales day ever. Klass hopes this support for Black-owned businesses isn?t just a phase and that it continues into the future. Klass also wants to pay it forward. In March, he started a program called ?Food for your Soul? providing meals for families who are struggling. To date, they've donated 5,000 meals in the community.
A memorial for victims of law enforcement killings in Minneapolis
At the intersection of 38th and Chicago in Minneapolis, George Floyd’s life is being memorialized along with the other victims of law enforcement killings.
At the intersection of 38th and Chicago in Minneapolis, George Floyd’s life is being memorialized along with the other victims of law enforcement killings.
FOX 9 Top Teacher: Dana Gray of Afton-Lakeland Elementary School
Dana Gray, of Afton-Lakeland Elementary School, is the latest recipient of FOX 9 Top Teacher.
Dana Gray, of Afton-Lakeland Elementary School, is the latest recipient of FOX 9 Top Teacher.
FOX 9 Top Teacher: Matt Lijewski of St. Paul Central High School
Matt Lijewski, of St. Paul Central High School, is the latest FOX 9 Top Teacher.
Matt Lijewski, of St. Paul Central High School, is the latest FOX 9 Top Teacher.