5 arrested in suspected car swindling scheme throughout Hennepin Co.

The Hennepin County Sheriff's Office says it has arrested five people, and recovered more than $50,000 in cash – the alleged profits from a scheme of tampering with vehicles than reselling them far above real value.

Mary Moriarty on relationship with Minneapolis PD chief: 'He won't return my call'

Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty spoke with FOX 9’s All Day to address several topics, including her decision to not seek reelection in 2026, the handling of past criticism over charging decisions and juvenile crimes in Minneapolis.

Moriarty on reelection, juvenile crime and criticism [FULL]
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Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty spoke with FOX 9?s All Day to address several topics, including her decision to not seek reelection in 2026, the handling of past criticism over charging decisions and juvenile crimes in Minneapolis.

Businesses, residents protest Metro Transit Blue Line Extension
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Community members are accusing the Met Council and Hennepin County leaders of failing to prevent the displacement of local businesses and residents during the extension of the Metro Transit Blue Line.

Hennepin Co Attorney Mary Moriarty not seeking reelection
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Mary Moriarty, the Hennepin County Attorney, has announced that she will not be running for reelection in 2026, opting to serve only a single term. FOX 9?s Chenue Her has more on the story.

Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty will not seek reelection

Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty said she will not seek a second term and will not run for reelection in 2026.

11 Hennepin County beaches closed due to bacteria, poor water test results

Eleven beaches in Hennepin County have been temporarily closed to swimmers after water testing revealed unsafe levels of bacteria or returned unacceptable test results.

Hennepin Healthcare needs county takeover amid financial crisis

Hennepin Healthcare is at risk of closing its doors later this year unless the county steps into take over amid a dire financial situation.

Hennepin County accused of abandonment
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A teenager?s year-long journey through Minnesota?s juvenile justice system is exposing the state?s failure to provide adequate care and rehabilitation for young children accused of committing violent crimes.

Park Tavern deadly patio crash: Steven Bailey sentenced in drunken incident

The drunk driver who plowed into the patio at Park Tavern in St. Louis Park, leaving two people dead and at least a dozen injured, was sentenced on Monday to 30 years in prison.

Maple Plain drowning: 8-year-old boy dies after Baker Park South Beach field trip

An 8-year-old boy is dead after a drowning incident during a field trip in Maple Plain in what the sheriff's office is calling "a parent's nightmare."

Hennepin Healthcare leaders speak on financial struggles
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Leaders at Hennepin Healthcare (HCMC) speak on the hospital financial struggles. FOX 9's Courtney Godfrey has the story.

Teen who fatally shot 11-year-old to remain in custody
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A judge ruled that a teenager who fatally shot an 11-year-old boy will remain in custody until his next court date. The teen will not be charged with murder after the Hennepin County Attorney's Office determined there is evidence that he acted in self-defense. FOX 9's Paul Blume has the latest report.

Mary Moriarty calls Trump adviser Stephen Miller a white supremacist after Minneapolis rant

Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty issued a statement referring to senior President Trump adviser Stephen Miller as a “white supremacist" after Miller made comments blaming immigrants for violence in Minneapolis.

House District 34B special election: Xp Lee running for open seat

Former Brooklyn Park City Council member Xp Lee announced he is running for Minnesota House District 34B, the seat previously held by the late Rep. Melissa Hortman.

Man charged with harassing, threatening judge during divorce proceedings

A man is facing felony charges of aggravated harassment of a judicial officer for threatening emails investigators say were sent during divorce proceedings.

Hennepin County Attorney announces new campaign
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Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty announced a new campaign targeting dangerous driving.