Driverless rideshares: Minneapolis City Council fails to override mayor's ordinance veto
The Minneapolis City Council failed to override Mayor Jacob Frey’s veto of an ordinance that would require autonomous vehicles — such as ones run by Waymo — to have a person in them while operating.
The Minneapolis City Council failed to override Mayor Jacob Frey’s veto of an ordinance that would require autonomous vehicles — such as ones run by Waymo — to have a person in them while operating.
Minneapolis City Council to vote on overriding mayor’s driverless car veto
The Minneapolis City Council is expected to vote on whether to override Mayor Jacob Frey’s veto of proposed regulations for driverless cars and cyber cabs. The ordinance would require a human safety monitor in autonomous vehicles, while St. Paul leaders are studying how the technology could affect the city.
The Minneapolis City Council is expected to vote on whether to override Mayor Jacob Frey’s veto of proposed regulations for driverless cars and cyber cabs. The ordinance would require a human safety monitor in autonomous vehicles, while St. Paul leaders are studying how the technology could affect the city.
MEA weekend travel surge brings crowds to MSP
MEA weekend is in full swing across Minnesota, bringing a travel rush to MSP Airport as many schools take Thursday and Friday off. Airport officials expect about 16% more people to go through security than on a normal Thursday.
MEA weekend is in full swing across Minnesota, bringing a travel rush to MSP Airport as many schools take Thursday and Friday off. Airport officials expect about 16% more people to go through security than on a normal Thursday.
St. Paul council authorizes driverless vehicle study, Minneapolis tries to override veto
Two Twin Cities councils are taking different steps responding to autonomous vehicle technology.
Two Twin Cities councils are taking different steps responding to autonomous vehicle technology.
Travel during MEA break: MSP says to expect increased wait times
Families should expect increased wait and extended delays for travelers during MEA break this week if they're planning to fly through MSP.
Families should expect increased wait and extended delays for travelers during MEA break this week if they're planning to fly through MSP.
New artwork displayed at MSP Airport
Travelers going through Terminal 1 at MSP International Airport may spot some new artwork on the walls: up-close pictures of frozen bubbles in incredible detail. FOX 9 catches up with Jill Greer, the woman behind the project titled "Minnesota N'Ice Bubbles".
Travelers going through Terminal 1 at MSP International Airport may spot some new artwork on the walls: up-close pictures of frozen bubbles in incredible detail. FOX 9 catches up with Jill Greer, the woman behind the project titled "Minnesota N'Ice Bubbles".
Best and worst cities for drivers: Report ranks 100 US metro areas
WalletHub’s study found that Scottsdale is the best U.S. city for drivers, while Philadelphia is the worst.
WalletHub’s study found that Scottsdale is the best U.S. city for drivers, while Philadelphia is the worst.
Sun Country cuts MSP flights after merger
Sun Country has cut flights and routes at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport following its merger with Allegiant Airlines, as the carrier deals with an unexpected loss of pilots. Axios Twin Cities' Nick Halter explains which destinations are affected, how reduced Sun Country service could affect competition and fares, and what Allegiant has said about rebuilding capacity.
Sun Country has cut flights and routes at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport following its merger with Allegiant Airlines, as the carrier deals with an unexpected loss of pilots. Axios Twin Cities' Nick Halter explains which destinations are affected, how reduced Sun Country service could affect competition and fares, and what Allegiant has said about rebuilding capacity.
Duffy, airlines urge Congress to approve $30B for air traffic control updates
U.S. officials, airlines and aviation groups are seeking $30 billion to modernize air traffic control, improve airports and address recent technology failures.
U.S. officials, airlines and aviation groups are seeking $30 billion to modernize air traffic control, improve airports and address recent technology failures.
Metro Transit Green Line extension opening June 12, 2027
Officials have announced the Green Line extension, also known as the Southwest Light Rail project, will be complete and open to riders on June 12, 2027.
Officials have announced the Green Line extension, also known as the Southwest Light Rail project, will be complete and open to riders on June 12, 2027.
Blue Line stalemate: Hennepin County, Met Council leadership at odds over funding
Debate continues on how to pay for the Blue Line light rail extension, but there is little to no movement on actually funding the project.
Debate continues on how to pay for the Blue Line light rail extension, but there is little to no movement on actually funding the project.
Minneapolis council to hold public hearing on Waymo ban
The public can weigh in Tuesday on the future of driverless vehicles in Minneapolis as city council members consider an ordinance they say would protect jobs and public safety but Waymo calls a “de facto ban."
The public can weigh in Tuesday on the future of driverless vehicles in Minneapolis as city council members consider an ordinance they say would protect jobs and public safety but Waymo calls a “de facto ban."
Minneapolis council to hold hearing on Waymo ban
Minneapolis City Council members are considering new regulations for commercial autonomous vehicles, including a business license and a requirement for a human monitor in every driverless taxi.
Minneapolis City Council members are considering new regulations for commercial autonomous vehicles, including a business license and a requirement for a human monitor in every driverless taxi.
Waymo in Minneapolis: City council considers ordinance that could ban driverless rideshares
Waymo has been testing its autonomous vehicles in Minneapolis for months, eyeing a launch in the city. Now, a proposed Minneapolis City Council ordinance could complicate those plans.
Waymo has been testing its autonomous vehicles in Minneapolis for months, eyeing a launch in the city. Now, a proposed Minneapolis City Council ordinance could complicate those plans.
MSP Airport tops North America passenger satisfaction ranking for 3rd straight year: Study
The Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport has been ranked first as North America’s best mega airport in a passenger satisfaction study for the third year in a row, according to the J.D. Power 2026 North America Airport Satisfaction Study.
The Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport has been ranked first as North America’s best mega airport in a passenger satisfaction study for the third year in a row, according to the J.D. Power 2026 North America Airport Satisfaction Study.
Minneapolis council weighs Waymo 'ban'
Minneapolis City Council is considering an ordinance that would require a human monitor with a valid driver's license in every driverless robotaxi, a proposal Waymo calls a “de facto ban” on autonomous rideshares.
Minneapolis City Council is considering an ordinance that would require a human monitor with a valid driver's license in every driverless robotaxi, a proposal Waymo calls a “de facto ban” on autonomous rideshares.
Chatsworth helicopter crash: 3 killed, including NBCLA pilot and aerial reporter
A news helicopter providing coverage for NBCLA crashed in Chatsworth, killing three people.
A news helicopter providing coverage for NBCLA crashed in Chatsworth, killing three people.
Alleged Medicaid Fraudster who initially fled country, released from federal custody
A Twin Cities man accused of stealing nearly $1.3 million from a Medicaid program meant to help people with disabilities find housing was released from federal custody on GPS monitoring and home confinement after pleading not guilty in the case.
A Twin Cities man accused of stealing nearly $1.3 million from a Medicaid program meant to help people with disabilities find housing was released from federal custody on GPS monitoring and home confinement after pleading not guilty in the case.
Dolly Parton could soon have major airport named in her honor after unanimous vote
Nashville International Airport is one step closer to undergoing a name change honoring late country music icon Dolly Parton.
Nashville International Airport is one step closer to undergoing a name change honoring late country music icon Dolly Parton.
Amazon cargo jet crash: Voice, flight recorders recovered as investigation continues
The National Transportation Safety Board provided an update on the deadly Amazon cargo jet crash that killed five people.
The National Transportation Safety Board provided an update on the deadly Amazon cargo jet crash that killed five people.