MN weather: Thunderstorms moved across Minnesota, Twin Cities metro early Wednesday

Strong thunderstorms swept across Minnesota overnight, producing heavy downpours, lightning, thunder, and gusty winds. There's another chance for storms on Wednesday afternoon.

MN weather: Ian Leonard tracks overnight severe weather
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FOX 9 Meteorologist Ian Leonard is tracking severe storms rolling into Minnesota overnight. The Twin Cities metro is under a Severe Thunderstorm Watch until 7 a.m.

Chisago City head-on crash: 1 woman killed, 1 suffers life-threatening injuries

One woman was killed and another suffered life-threatening injuries in a two-vehicle head-on crash in Chisago City Tuesday night, according to the Minnesota State Patrol.

MN weather: Severe storms possible overnight in Minnesota
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A hot and steamy Tuesday is leading to the chance for overnight severe weather in parts of Minnesota. FOX 9's Ian Leonard is tracking the storms throughout the night and into Wednesday morning.

AI generated political campaign ad draws controversy
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We're living in an era where artificial intelligence is being used for more areas of everyday life, and now it's also becoming a tool in politics. One campaign ad is stirring up controversy in what some view as an AI-generated attack ad against Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan, who is running for U.S. Senate. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim has more. 

Drake Lindsey apologizes to Gophers for May arrest
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The Gophers football team is hosting summer workouts and on Tuesday, Drake Lindsey spoke for the first time since his May 1 arrest for underage drinking and having a fake ID. FOX 9's Pierre Noujaim was there.

Vikings open mandatory mini camp with focus on quarterbacks
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The Minnesota Vikings have mandatory mini camp this week at TCO Performance Center, and the primary focus is on the quarterback competition between Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy. FOX 9's Dawn Mitchell has more.

Data center debate: What to know in Minnesota
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Minnesota continues to be a battleground over data center growth, with regulators weighing technological benefit over potential harm. FOX 9’s Mike Manzoni explains what you need to know as the debates rage on.

Data centers: Why they’re sparking so much debate in Minnesota

Data centers are the backbone of the digital world, but their impact on communities is sparking debate across the U.S. and Minnesota.

Standoff ends: Suspect in custody, no injuries
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An 8-hour-long standoff in south Minneapolis ended Tuesday evening with the suspect being taken into custody and no injuries. FOX 9’s Maury Glover has details on the resolution, and reactions from those who live in the area.

Minneapolis 8-hour standoff ends with suspect in custody
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Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and Hennepin County Sheriff Dawanna Witt spoke at a Tuesday evening news conference after an 8-hour standoff on the 2800 block of Nicollet Avenue ended with an armed suspect being taken into custody. A woman and child inside an apartment with the suspect were safely removed.

Social Security report predicts when benefits could be slashed

The Social Security Administration (SSA) provided its latest projections Tuesday for when its reserve funds are expected to run out and when those collecting old-age or survivor benefits could see their monthly checks slashed significantly. 

FDA: Pet food recalled over nutritional deficiency

Pet owners are urged to check their shelves after an expanded recall of pet food sold in dozens of states due to potentially dangerous vitamin deficiencies.

Karmelo Anthony found guilty and sentenced 35 years in prison for the 2025 track meet stabbing

Karmelo Anthony has been found guilty of murder in connection with the stabbing death of Austin Metcalf during a track meet last year. Anthony has been sentenced to 35 years in prison.

Minnesota Medicaid revalidation: Families of disabled adults fear losing services

Families and service providers across Minnesota are facing uncertainty after the state’s Medicaid revalidation process left thousands without funding.

Minneapolis standoff: Deputies encounter gunfire serving arrest warrant
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Dawanna Witt with the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office provided an update Tuesday afternoon as authorities have been on the scene of a standoff with an armed suspect since about 11:30 a.m. near the 2800 block of Nicollet Avenue.

Kyler Murray: Splitting reps 'is the toughest part' of Vikings mini camp
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Minnesota Vikings QB Kyler Murray talked Tuesday about being at mandatory mini camp. He said splitting reps while competing with J.J. McCarthy is the hardest part of learning a new offense.