HCMC crisis: Hennepin County board holds meeting on hospital's future

The future of Hennepin County Medical Center is up in the air as county leaders scramble to find a way to keep the hospital open.

Edina shooting: 3 men to be released due to lack of evidence, HCAO says

Three people initially arrested in connection with a deadly shooting near Southdale Mall will be released Friday, while the suspected shooter remains in custody, according to the Hennepin County Attorney’s Office.

ICE officer charged with assault for February incident in MN

Hennepin County prosecutors are charging an ICE officer with two counts of assault for a February incident along Highway 62.

David Wright convicted of murdering for ex-girlfriend Mariah Samuels

During the news conference announcing the verdict, Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty said she hopes the Minneapolis Police Department can "reflect" on what went wrong.

Conner Iversen sentenced in deadly Independence crash that claimed life of 11-year-old girl

The 19-year-old man convicted in a deadly crash in Independence, Minn., where he collided with a family's SUV while they were on their way to school last year, killing an 11-year-old girl, has been sentenced to prison time.

John Cumming takes over as Hennepin Healthcare CEO
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Dr. John Cumming is the new CEO at Hennepin Healthcare, a hospital that's facing significant financial concerns and possible closure. He tells FOX 9's Rob Olson he aims to provide stability and is optimistic about the hospital's future.

Hennepin Co. paramedics warn ‘chronic’ under-staffing creating crisis

Records show Hennepin County paramedics are consistently operating below staffing minimums as emergency call volumes increase, leading to union concerns about mental health and burnout.

Hennepin County Commissioner sparks outcry over sheriff’s public safety role

Comments from Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene about the sheriff’s role in public safety are drawing strong reactions from law enforcement and county officials.

Commissioner: Sheriff not paid for public safety
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A Hennepin County Commissioner questioned the sheriff's office role in public safety during a meeting this week. FOX 9's Courtney Godfrey has more. 

Hennepin County Commissioner's comments spark push back from law enforcement
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Hennepin County Commissioner Marion Greene is getting push back from local law enforcement after comments that the sheriff's office shouldn't be dealing with public safety. The comments come amid budget discussions as the sheriff's office is several million dollars in the hole. FOX 9's Courtney Godfrey has more.

Minnesota sues DOJ, DHS over evidence in Renee Good, Alex Pretti shootings
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Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty and Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison announced a lawsuit on Tuesday over being blocked out from accessing evidence in the shootings of Renee Good, Alex Pretti, and Julio Sosa-Celis at the hands of federal officers in Minneapolis. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim has the story.

Hennepin County Attorney on ICE surge [FULL]
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Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty held a townhall Wednesday evening on the recent ICE surge. 

Minnesota courts warn unpaid parking ticket text scam

Minnesota court officials are warning drivers not to fall for a new texting scam that tries to dupe people into paying fake unpaid parking tickets.

144-pound meth seizure from St. Louis Park apartment results in criminal charges

A 22-year-old man is facing a felony drug charge after authorities say they found more than 140 pounds of methamphetamine inside a St. Louis Park apartment.

Marisa Simonetti, charged in tarantula tossing case, found guilty

A Hennepin County jury found a former Hennepin County Commissioner candidate guilty after throwing a tarantula at her housemate back in June 2024.

Hennepin Co. deputy accused of off-duty sexual assault, placed on leave

A Hennepin County sheriff’s deputy has been placed on administrative leave after being charged with felony criminal sexual conduct in connection with an alleged off-duty assault in Albertville.

Hennepin County investigates federal agents
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Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty announced Monday that her office is investigating more than a dozen incidents involving federal immigration agents as Operation Metro Surge winds down. FOX 9’s Soyoung Kim gives a look into the initiative that’s offering the public a new portal to submit information.