Mayor of Belle Plaine talks city's rich history with amateur baseball
The mayor of Belle Plaine gave FOX 9 an overview of the city's rich history with amateur baseball ahead of Wedesday's town ball matchup with the Henderson Tigers.
The mayor of Belle Plaine gave FOX 9 an overview of the city's rich history with amateur baseball ahead of Wedesday's town ball matchup with the Henderson Tigers.
Shayne Walls talks amateur baseball with former Belle Plaine mayor known around town as Mr. Baseball
Shayne Wells is getting us game ready for this week?s FOX 9 Town Ball Tour stop in Belle Plaine with the man known around town as ?Mr. Baseball.?
Shayne Wells is getting us game ready for this week?s FOX 9 Town Ball Tour stop in Belle Plaine with the man known around town as ?Mr. Baseball.?
Minnesota Zoo opens to the public Friday
The Minnesota Zoo reopened to members Sunday. The public can once again wander the trails starting Friday, July 24th. The experience has changed as the zoo works to keep their staff, guests and the animals healthy. Everyone has to purchase a ticket online in advance for a specific date and entry time. Once inside, there is a one-way flow of traffic. The splash pad and play areas will remain closed at this time, and masks are required of guests ages three and up. The zoo is hours are now 10am to 4pm.
The Minnesota Zoo reopened to members Sunday. The public can once again wander the trails starting Friday, July 24th. The experience has changed as the zoo works to keep their staff, guests and the animals healthy. Everyone has to purchase a ticket online in advance for a specific date and entry time. Once inside, there is a one-way flow of traffic. The splash pad and play areas will remain closed at this time, and masks are required of guests ages three and up. The zoo is hours are now 10am to 4pm.
Fall of the Third Precinct: A minute-by-minute account
Minneapolis Police radio transmissions obtained by the FOX 9 Investigators, provide the first minute-by-minute account of the decision making that led to the fall of the Third Police Precinct in Minneapolis.
Minneapolis Police radio transmissions obtained by the FOX 9 Investigators, provide the first minute-by-minute account of the decision making that led to the fall of the Third Police Precinct in Minneapolis.
Voices for Change: How to close the racial and ethnic disparities exposed by COVID-19
In recent weeks, the COVID-19 pandemic has shed new light on racial and ethnic disparities in Minnesota.
In recent weeks, the COVID-19 pandemic has shed new light on racial and ethnic disparities in Minnesota.
Garden Guy Dale K shares tips on deer-resistant plants
Garden Guy Dale K shares tips on how to find and maintain deer-resistant plants.
Garden Guy Dale K shares tips on how to find and maintain deer-resistant plants.
Now open: The Walker Art Center
The Walker Art Center reopens today and they?ve made some changes to how you visit the world-class galleries. There are new hours, and visitors must purchase timed-tickets in advance even for free admissions. We spoke with the Director, Mary Ceruti about what to expect.
The Walker Art Center reopens today and they?ve made some changes to how you visit the world-class galleries. There are new hours, and visitors must purchase timed-tickets in advance even for free admissions. We spoke with the Director, Mary Ceruti about what to expect.
FOX 9 Town Ball Tour heads to Maple Lake for match-up between Lakers, Cokato Kernels
The FOX 9 Town Ball Tour is hitting the road again this week. Wednesday’s match-up pits the Maple Lake Lakers against the Cokato Kernels.
The FOX 9 Town Ball Tour is hitting the road again this week. Wednesday’s match-up pits the Maple Lake Lakers against the Cokato Kernels.
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.