E-motos could be enforced as motorcycles in MN if new bill is approved

As their size and popularity continues to grow, e-motos could face increased restrictions under a new bill being considered by Minnesota lawmakers.

Live updates: Iran fires missiles across Gulf as war continues

On Wednesday, Iran fired missiles and drones across the Gulf, including oil infrastructure in Saudi Arabia and a ship off the coast of the Emirates.

Bill would prohibit cities from nondisclosure agreements
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After controversy over cities and counties signing nondisclosure agreements related to proposed data centers, the Minnesota Legislature is considering a bill that would prohibit cities from entering into nondisclosure agreements. 

Lyft settles MN complaint over denied rides for blind woman with service dog

Lyft is settling a lawsuit after drivers repeatedly stranded a blind Minnesota woman and her service dog on their way to medical appointments.

200 gallons of oil leak at Monticello nuclear power plant: Xcel Energy

About 200 gallons of oil leaked at the Monticello nuclear power plant Tuesday during routine maintenance, with some of the oil entering a discharge canal that connects to the Mississippi River, according to Xcel Energy.

Ex-ICE attorney who said ‘This job sucks’ running for Congress

Julie Le made national headlines last month after the now former ICE attorney said in court, “This system sucks, this job sucks." Le announced on Wednesday she’s running for U.S. Congress in November, challenging Rep. Ilhan Omar for her seat.

Gas prices jump nearly 50 cents over past week
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Gas prices have jumped nearly 50 cents over the past week as the war in Iran continues. Matt McClain, a petroleum analyst at Gas Buddy, joined FOX 9 All Day to talk about what's leading to the increase in gas prices and what you can expect at the pump in the future. 

Lyft settles after blind woman denied rides
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Lyft has agreed to a settlement with Minnesota after a blind woman accused the company of repeatedly denying her rides due to her service animal.

UCare’s Medicaid payouts more than doubled before insurer’s downfall

UCare’s Medicaid payouts more than doubled in just three years, leading to record losses, the insurer’s demise and a trail of unpaid debts that are threatening to destabilize the state’s healthcare system.

How Medicaid funding flows through Minnesota

Minnesota has been in the national spotlight for months because of the massive amount of fraud uncovered in numerous Medicaid programs. Gov. Tim Walz now wants to eliminate Managed Care Organizations from the state's Medicaid system to combat fraud.

Walz wants to eliminate Managed Care Organizations from Medicaid system

A former state prosecutor said the private insurance companies that manage most of the Medicaid care in Minnesota were also “asleep at the wheel" when it came to detecting fraud.

TSA security lines: Why some airports are moving passengers through faster

As the shutdown continues, some airports are moving passengers through security faster, while others are seeing hourslong security lines. Here’s a look at one of the reasons why - privatization.

Tornadoes rip through Chicago-area, NW Indiana, killing 2 and leaving widespread damage

At least four tornadoes from a powerful supercell tore across parts of Illinois and Indiana Tuesday, killing two people in Lake Village, injuring others, damaging homes and infrastructure, and producing destructive hail across the region.

Minneapolis eviction notice extension ordinance vetoed by Mayor Frey

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey has vetoed an ordinance that would have extended eviction notices to 60 days, up from 30, until August for renters in the wake of increased immigration enforcement.

Ex-Kentucky cheerleader indicted in newborn’s death

Former University of Kentucky student athlete Laken Snelling, 21, was indicted on a first-degree manslaughter charge and other felonies after her newborn son was found dead in a closet last August.

MN bill would allow nursing home happy hours
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A bill at the Minnesota Legislature would allow nursing homes and assisted living facilities to host happy hours without a liquor license. Anita LeBrun, who testified in favor of the bill, said she and her friends love happy hour, but don't want to risk slipping on the ice to buy a box of wine. Sen. John Hoffman, DFL-Champlin, is sponsoring the bill.

MN bill would allow nursing home happy hours
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“My friends and I love happy hour," Anita LeBrun, a Champlin resident, said, adding that if assisted living facilities in Minnesota were allowed to host happy hours, it would mean she doesn't have to go out and slip on the ice to "get our box of wine." The bill at the Minnesota Legislature would authorize nursing homes and assisted living facilities to host happy hours without a liquor license. The bill is sponsored by Sen. John Hoffman, a Democrat. 

MN weather: Wednesday forecast update
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FOX 9's Keith Marler shares an update to the Minnesota weather forecast for March 11, 2026.

Man accused in Eagan hit-and-run claimed 'thing' jumped out in front of him: charges

The man now facing charges in a deadly hit-and-run crash in Eagan, which claimed the life of a 40-year-old woman, has three previous convictions for driving while intoxicated, court records show.