Minnesota unemployment stabilizes at 4.5% after Operation Metro Surge
Minnesota’s unemployment rate stayed at 4.5% in March while the national rate dipped to 4.3%, as officials say the labor market is stabilizing, but recovery challenges still remain.
Minnesota’s unemployment rate stayed at 4.5% in March while the national rate dipped to 4.3%, as officials say the labor market is stabilizing, but recovery challenges still remain.
U.S. national debt reaches historic milestone
The U.S. national debt has hit an all-time high, and for the first time since WWII the number has surpassed the size of the economy – just as the war with Iran continues to cost taxpayers an estimated $25 billion so far.
The U.S. national debt has hit an all-time high, and for the first time since WWII the number has surpassed the size of the economy – just as the war with Iran continues to cost taxpayers an estimated $25 billion so far.
Anoka Co. set to use AI for non-emergency calls
Anoka County officials say they will implement a new AI technology to field non-emergency calls to dispatch. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has more.
Anoka County officials say they will implement a new AI technology to field non-emergency calls to dispatch. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has more.
Iran latest: War powers deadline set to pass as tensions with Iran continue
The May 1 deadline for Congress to intervene in the war has come, but many Republican lawmakers continue to defer to the White House.
The May 1 deadline for Congress to intervene in the war has come, but many Republican lawmakers continue to defer to the White House.
Minnesota House ethics complaints dismissed: 3 lawmakers accused of drinking, DWI, lobbying
Ethics complaints against Minnesota lawmakers led to a rare hearing but ended without any disciplinary action.
Ethics complaints against Minnesota lawmakers led to a rare hearing but ended without any disciplinary action.
3 MN lawmakers face ethics committee, all 3 dismissed
Three Minnesota lawmakers faced the ethics committee and all three were dismissed. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the latest.
Three Minnesota lawmakers faced the ethics committee and all three were dismissed. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the latest.
Anoka County AI: Officials explain new program for receiving non-emergency calls
Anoka plans to launch an AI dispatcher to handle all non-emergency calls, starting in mid-May. Officials with the county explained to FOX 9 how it will work.
Anoka plans to launch an AI dispatcher to handle all non-emergency calls, starting in mid-May. Officials with the county explained to FOX 9 how it will work.
Zaria McKeever killing: Mother of man who ordered attack sentenced
The mother of the man who was sentenced to life in prison for ordering the death of 23-year-old Zaria McKeever received her own sentence after pleading guilty to aiding her son by lying to police.
The mother of the man who was sentenced to life in prison for ordering the death of 23-year-old Zaria McKeever received her own sentence after pleading guilty to aiding her son by lying to police.
HCMC workers rally to save hospital
Hennepin Healthcare workers rallied to call for full funding to save the hospital.
Hennepin Healthcare workers rallied to call for full funding to save the hospital.
Missing Republican state Senate candidate found dead in truck days after disappearance
Barry Christian, 54, vanished Tuesday after missing a scheduled meeting and was found dead two days later.
Barry Christian, 54, vanished Tuesday after missing a scheduled meeting and was found dead two days later.
Flags ordered half-staff for Minnesota WWII vet whose remains have been returned
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has ordered flags at half-staff for a World War II veteran whose remains have been returned to his home state after more than 80 years.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has ordered flags at half-staff for a World War II veteran whose remains have been returned to his home state after more than 80 years.
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GOP Rep. Hudson faces Ethics Committee [FULL]
GOP Rep. Walter Hudson is one of the three lawmakers facing the House Ethics Committee on Friday. Rep. Engen (R-Lino Lakes) got a DWI, and Rep. Hudson (R-Albertville) was in the car and armed. Both Republicans are accused of leaving a committee meeting to go drinking, then coming back for a floor session.
GOP Rep. Walter Hudson is one of the three lawmakers facing the House Ethics Committee on Friday. Rep. Engen (R-Lino Lakes) got a DWI, and Rep. Hudson (R-Albertville) was in the car and armed. Both Republicans are accused of leaving a committee meeting to go drinking, then coming back for a floor session.
Facebook, Instagram could shutdown in New Mexico over child safety dispute
Meta may consider pulling its social media services from New Mexico as state prosecutors intensify their push for reforms to the tech company's platforms.
Meta may consider pulling its social media services from New Mexico as state prosecutors intensify their push for reforms to the tech company's platforms.
CPB: Two travelers bound for London arrested at Dulles Airport for allegedly smuggling marijuana in suitcases
Travel plans for two people flying from Washington Dulles International Airport to London took a detour to jail after the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) says officers found 57 pounds of marijuana in their baggage.
Travel plans for two people flying from Washington Dulles International Airport to London took a detour to jail after the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) says officers found 57 pounds of marijuana in their baggage.
Map: These cities are getting more intense downpours since 1970
Heavier downpours are becoming the new normal across the United States. Here's where it's getting more intense.
Heavier downpours are becoming the new normal across the United States. Here's where it's getting more intense.
Anoka County to use AI for non-emergency dispatch calls
Anoka County is set to use artifical intelligence (AI) to field non-emergency dispatch calls.
Anoka County is set to use artifical intelligence (AI) to field non-emergency dispatch calls.
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GOP Rep. Elliott Engen faces Ethics Committee [RAW]
GOP Rep. Elliott Engen is one of the three lawmakers facing the House Ethics Committee on Friday. Rep. Engen (R-Lino Lakes) got a DWI, and Rep. Walter Hudson (R-Albertville) was in the car and armed. Both Republicans are accused of leaving a committee meeting to go drinking, then coming back for a floor session.
GOP Rep. Elliott Engen is one of the three lawmakers facing the House Ethics Committee on Friday. Rep. Engen (R-Lino Lakes) got a DWI, and Rep. Walter Hudson (R-Albertville) was in the car and armed. Both Republicans are accused of leaving a committee meeting to go drinking, then coming back for a floor session.
Fatal Minneapolis fire: Woman found dead inside burning apartment
An investigation is underway after a woman was found dead inside a burning south Minneapolis apartment building.
An investigation is underway after a woman was found dead inside a burning south Minneapolis apartment building.
US national debt surpasses size of the economy for first time since World War II
The U.S. national debt has now surpassed the size of the U.S. economy, a historic threshold that hasn't been crossed since the conclusion of World War II.
The U.S. national debt has now surpassed the size of the U.S. economy, a historic threshold that hasn't been crossed since the conclusion of World War II.
Minnesota governor's race: GOP Rep. Kristin Robbins drops out
A GOP candidate for the Minnesota governor's race has dropped out, saying she believes the best way to fight for the future of the state is from the outside of the political system.
A GOP candidate for the Minnesota governor's race has dropped out, saying she believes the best way to fight for the future of the state is from the outside of the political system.