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Pentagon gives update on Iran war, US blockade [FULL]
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Caine held a press briefing at the Pentagon on April 24, 2026. The briefing focused on the Iran war and the ongoing U.S. Navy blockade near the Strait of Hormuz.
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Caine held a press briefing at the Pentagon on April 24, 2026. The briefing focused on the Iran war and the ongoing U.S. Navy blockade near the Strait of Hormuz.
FOX 9 Morning News: April 24,2026
FOX 9 Morning News: April 24,2026
FOX 9 Morning News: April 24,2026
Hennepin County Medical Center: Officials discuss saving hospital
Federal funding cuts have put Hennepin County Medical Center is a dire financial situation, and state officials are one step closer to passing a plan that includes $150 million in state funding over the next two years to save the struggling hospital. The plan also includes increasing county sales tax.
Federal funding cuts have put Hennepin County Medical Center is a dire financial situation, and state officials are one step closer to passing a plan that includes $150 million in state funding over the next two years to save the struggling hospital. The plan also includes increasing county sales tax.
Extensive tornado damage in northern Oklahoma
Officials in Oklahoma say multiple people were trapped in their homes and storm shelters after a powerful tornado caused heavy damage. FOX 9's Jared Piepenburg has the latest details.
Officials in Oklahoma say multiple people were trapped in their homes and storm shelters after a powerful tornado caused heavy damage. FOX 9's Jared Piepenburg has the latest details.
War with Iran: Trump said he wants to take his time to reach deal
The U.S. military continues to clamp down on Iranian oil exports as President Trump said he plans to take his time to reach a deal with the regime.
The U.S. military continues to clamp down on Iranian oil exports as President Trump said he plans to take his time to reach a deal with the regime.
Minnesota weather: Bright and seasonable Friday with highs in the 60s
A quiet and seasonable Friday brings sunshine and highs in the 60s to the Twin Cities metro area.
A quiet and seasonable Friday brings sunshine and highs in the 60s to the Twin Cities metro area.
MN weather: Seasonable and bright Friday
Friday will bring sunshine and seasonable temperatures across Minnesota, with highs in the lower 60s in the Twin Cities metro area. FOX 9 meteorologist Jared Piepenburg has the forecast.
Friday will bring sunshine and seasonable temperatures across Minnesota, with highs in the lower 60s in the Twin Cities metro area. FOX 9 meteorologist Jared Piepenburg has the forecast.
Iran latest: Standoff intensifies after Trump's 'shoot and kill' order
On Thursday, President Donald Trump ordered the U.S. military to "shoot and kill" any small Iranian boats that deploy mines to further congest traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.
On Thursday, President Donald Trump ordered the U.S. military to "shoot and kill" any small Iranian boats that deploy mines to further congest traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.
Wolves after Game 3 win'Just playing Denver motivates us'
Timberwolves players Jaden McDaniels Ayo Dosunmu, Donte DiVincenzo and Rudy Gobert spoke with reporters after Thursday night's 113-96 win over the Denver Nuggets in the NBA Playoffs. The Timberwolves lead the series 2-1, with Game 4 set for Saturday night at Target Center.
Timberwolves players Jaden McDaniels Ayo Dosunmu, Donte DiVincenzo and Rudy Gobert spoke with reporters after Thursday night's 113-96 win over the Denver Nuggets in the NBA Playoffs. The Timberwolves lead the series 2-1, with Game 4 set for Saturday night at Target Center.
Chris Finch on Game 3 win: 'We came out and set the tone'
Timberwolves coach Chris Finch spoke with reporters after a 113-96 win over the Denver Nuggets Thursday night at Target Center. Minnesota takes a 2-1 series lead, with Game 4 set for Saturday night.
Timberwolves coach Chris Finch spoke with reporters after a 113-96 win over the Denver Nuggets Thursday night at Target Center. Minnesota takes a 2-1 series lead, with Game 4 set for Saturday night.
Caleb Banks on being drafted by Vikings: 'It's a blessing'
Florida defensive tackle Caleb Banks was drafted 18th overall by the Minnesota Vikings Thursday night in the NFL Draft. He spoke with reporters over Zoom after getting the call from Kevin O'Connell and Rob Brzezinski.
Florida defensive tackle Caleb Banks was drafted 18th overall by the Minnesota Vikings Thursday night in the NFL Draft. He spoke with reporters over Zoom after getting the call from Kevin O'Connell and Rob Brzezinski.
Bryant McKinnie joins FOX 9 Vikings Draft Special
Former Minnesota Vikings offensive lineman Bryant McKinnie was at Thursday night's NFL Draft party at U.S. Bank Stadium, and stopped by the FOX 9 Vikings Draft Special with Dawn Mitchell, Ahmad Hicks and Ron Johnson.
Former Minnesota Vikings offensive lineman Bryant McKinnie was at Thursday night's NFL Draft party at U.S. Bank Stadium, and stopped by the FOX 9 Vikings Draft Special with Dawn Mitchell, Ahmad Hicks and Ron Johnson.
Stolen vehicle police pursuit ends in arrests
Police pursued a stolen SUV in Bloomington which led to a crash and two arrests. FOX 9's Leon Purvis has the story.
Police pursued a stolen SUV in Bloomington which led to a crash and two arrests. FOX 9's Leon Purvis has the story.
Minneapolis City Council grapples with future of data centers
Communities across Minnesota and the country are grappling with the future of data centers possibly coming to town or expanding in their area. The Minneapolis City Council also debated Thursday where it stands on a potential moratorium on the issue.
Communities across Minnesota and the country are grappling with the future of data centers possibly coming to town or expanding in their area. The Minneapolis City Council also debated Thursday where it stands on a potential moratorium on the issue.
Minneapolis shooting: Mother seeks justice for teen son's death
A Minneapolis mother is demanding answers months after her 17-year-old son was shot and killed while sitting inside his cousin’s home.
A Minneapolis mother is demanding answers months after her 17-year-old son was shot and killed while sitting inside his cousin’s home.
Mpls City Council discusses data center moratorium
The Minneapolis City Council is considering a moratorium on data centers in the city. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim has the latest.
The Minneapolis City Council is considering a moratorium on data centers in the city. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim has the latest.
Vikings take Caleb Banks with No. 18 pick: 'This guy loves football'
Minnesota Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell and acting general manager Rob Brzezinski addressed reporters Thursday night at TCO Performance Center after they chose Florida defensive tackle Caleb Banks with the No. 18 overall pick in the NFL Draft.
Minnesota Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell and acting general manager Rob Brzezinski addressed reporters Thursday night at TCO Performance Center after they chose Florida defensive tackle Caleb Banks with the No. 18 overall pick in the NFL Draft.
Teen fatally shot in Minneapolis, mother demands justice
A mother is demanding justice after her son was fatally shot in Minneapolis after Christmas. Two of the three people involved have been charged. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has the story.
A mother is demanding justice after her son was fatally shot in Minneapolis after Christmas. Two of the three people involved have been charged. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has the story.
Vikings take Florida DT Caleb Banks with No. 18 pick in NFL Draft
The Minnesota Vikings selected Florida defensive tackle Caleb Banks with the No. 18 pick in the NFL Draft Thursday night. FOX 9's Dawn Mitchell, Ahmad Hicks and Vikings' analyst Ron Johnson analyze the move live from the team's draft party at U.S. Bank Stadium.
The Minnesota Vikings selected Florida defensive tackle Caleb Banks with the No. 18 pick in the NFL Draft Thursday night. FOX 9's Dawn Mitchell, Ahmad Hicks and Vikings' analyst Ron Johnson analyze the move live from the team's draft party at U.S. Bank Stadium.
Nike to cut 1,400 jobs, the 2nd round of layoffs this year
Nike is laying off about 1,400 employees, as it responds to restructuring efforts. Here's what to know.
Nike is laying off about 1,400 employees, as it responds to restructuring efforts. Here's what to know.