U of M receives $10M grant to study how animals fight viruses
Researchers at the University of Minnesota have received a grant to unlock how animals naturally fight off viral infections.
Researchers at the University of Minnesota have received a grant to unlock how animals naturally fight off viral infections.
U of M gender identity speech policy challenged in lawsuit
A lawsuit representing a student at the University of Minnesota is aiming to change the university's policy regarding students using other students' preferred pronouns and expressing views against transgender ideology.
A lawsuit representing a student at the University of Minnesota is aiming to change the university's policy regarding students using other students' preferred pronouns and expressing views against transgender ideology.
World's first synthetic cell that can grow, divide and replicate created at U of M
The U of M has built the world’s first synthetic cell that can grow, divide and replicate, opening the door to new possibilities in medicine and engineering.
The U of M has built the world’s first synthetic cell that can grow, divide and replicate, opening the door to new possibilities in medicine and engineering.
Shots fired near U of M campus, police investigating Dinkytown area
Police are investigating after shots were fired near the University of Minnesota campus Monday afternoon.
Police are investigating after shots were fired near the University of Minnesota campus Monday afternoon.
Special Olympics competition, awards underway
The 2026 Special Olympics USA is underway in Minnesota, with some athletes already being crowned. FOX 9's Ian Leonard has the latest on Monday.
The 2026 Special Olympics USA is underway in Minnesota, with some athletes already being crowned. FOX 9's Ian Leonard has the latest on Monday.
U of M researchers awarded $2.2M grant to study causes of age-related blindness
The University of Minnesota Medical School has received a four-year, $2.2 million grant to study the causes and potential treatments for age-related eye issues.
The University of Minnesota Medical School has received a four-year, $2.2 million grant to study the causes and potential treatments for age-related eye issues.
Williams Arena renamed 'The Barn,' U of M announces collaboration with Blue Cross and Blue Shield
The University of Minnesota announced the basketball arena at its Twin Cities campus will now be known as "The Barn" after being called Williams Arena since 1950.
The University of Minnesota announced the basketball arena at its Twin Cities campus will now be known as "The Barn" after being called Williams Arena since 1950.
University of Minnesota poised to sell Les Bolstad Golf Course for $30.5 million
The University of Minnesota is poised to sell Les Bolstad Golf Course to a residential developer with a $30. 5 proposal that is expected to be approved later this month.
The University of Minnesota is poised to sell Les Bolstad Golf Course to a residential developer with a $30. 5 proposal that is expected to be approved later this month.
University of Minnesota, Fairview reach 10-year deal after lengthy negotiations
After years of negotiations, a new agreement between the University of Minnesota and Fairview Health Services marks a turning point for academic medicine and health care in the state.
After years of negotiations, a new agreement between the University of Minnesota and Fairview Health Services marks a turning point for academic medicine and health care in the state.
Dinkytown armed robbery: Victim assaulted, vehicle stolen, gun recovered
Authorities are searching for three suspects reportedly involved in a Dinkytown assault and robbery.
Authorities are searching for three suspects reportedly involved in a Dinkytown assault and robbery.
University of Minnesota hack: Cyberattack hits thousands of schools nationwide during final exams
The University of Minnesota (U of M) is alerting its students to a cyberattack that targeted an educational software platform as hackers threaten to release the personal information of millions of users across the country.
The University of Minnesota (U of M) is alerting its students to a cyberattack that targeted an educational software platform as hackers threaten to release the personal information of millions of users across the country.
Minnesota students travel to Greece via virtual reality
Studying abroad is not a reality for some college students, so the University of Minnesota's Carlson School of Management is using virtual reality to send students to Greece.
Studying abroad is not a reality for some college students, so the University of Minnesota's Carlson School of Management is using virtual reality to send students to Greece.
Rural Minnesota dental crisis: U of M pushes for $100M solution
Minnesota is losing more dentists than it graduates, creating care deserts across the state. The University of Minnesota is asking lawmakers for $100 million to expand its dental school.
Minnesota is losing more dentists than it graduates, creating care deserts across the state. The University of Minnesota is asking lawmakers for $100 million to expand its dental school.
UMN asking for $100M to combat rural dentist shortage
The University of Minnesota is asking state lawmakers for a $100 million investment to renovate and expand its dental school, which was originally built in the 1970s. However, this big ask is about much more than just upgrading a building—it's about meeting a critical demand for dentists, particularly in rural Minnesota.
The University of Minnesota is asking state lawmakers for a $100 million investment to renovate and expand its dental school, which was originally built in the 1970s. However, this big ask is about much more than just upgrading a building—it's about meeting a critical demand for dentists, particularly in rural Minnesota.
University of Minnesota launches AI Hub to ‘lead innovation’ as tech advances
The University of Minnesota has announced the launch of its AI Hub dedicated to “drive innovation and education across the state."
The University of Minnesota has announced the launch of its AI Hub dedicated to “drive innovation and education across the state."
Man falls through ice on Mississippi River near U of M campus, authorities unable to locate him
Authorities say a search will resume tomorrow for a man who fell through the ice on the Mississippi River near the University of Minnesota campus, but was unable to be located.
Authorities say a search will resume tomorrow for a man who fell through the ice on the Mississippi River near the University of Minnesota campus, but was unable to be located.
Gophers coach P.J. Fleck signs new contract heading into 10th season
Gophers head football coach P.J. Fleck has signed a new contract making him currently the 10th-highest paid coach in the Big Ten.
Gophers head football coach P.J. Fleck has signed a new contract making him currently the 10th-highest paid coach in the Big Ten.
Gophers to face New Mexico in Rate Bowl
The University of Minnesota football team will face New Mexico in the Rate Bowl on Friday, Dec. 26 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Gophers beat Wisconsin to finish the regular season 7-5, and have won eight straight bowl games. They are 6-0 in bowl games under P.J. Fleck.
The University of Minnesota football team will face New Mexico in the Rate Bowl on Friday, Dec. 26 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Gophers beat Wisconsin to finish the regular season 7-5, and have won eight straight bowl games. They are 6-0 in bowl games under P.J. Fleck.
Minnesota study backs birth vaccine for hepatitis B
Universal Hepatitis B vaccines at birth are safe, effective and essential, and eliminating them does not improve health outcomes or safety, according to a review by the University of Minnesota.
Universal Hepatitis B vaccines at birth are safe, effective and essential, and eliminating them does not improve health outcomes or safety, according to a review by the University of Minnesota.
Gophers football: Will Anthony Smith return in 2026 or head to NFL?
Gophers defensive lineman Anthony Smith wouldn't say Wednesday if he's returning to Minnesota in 2026 for his final season, or entering the NFL Draft. He says he's focused on playing Wisconsin Saturday, and bringing Paul Bunyan's Axe back to Minneapolis.
Gophers defensive lineman Anthony Smith wouldn't say Wednesday if he's returning to Minnesota in 2026 for his final season, or entering the NFL Draft. He says he's focused on playing Wisconsin Saturday, and bringing Paul Bunyan's Axe back to Minneapolis.