Anoka-Hennepin School District board meeting
The Anoka-Hennepin School District is holding a board meeting Monday night amid ongoing contract negotiations with educators. Community members, union leaders, and educators plan to hold a rally outside the meeting to push for a contract agreement amid tense negotiations. FOX 9 Bill Keller reports.
New hemp rules attached to Govt. shutdown deal, Veterans day, Northstar rail & more: Nov. 11, 2025
Today’s episode of The Afternoon Shift with Adam Llorens and Maxx Fuller dives into the biggest headlines across Minnesota and beyond, blending live updates, local insight, and thoughtful conversation. Today, as the nation observes Veterans Day, communities across Minnesota are pausing to reflect on the meaning of service and sacrifice. While parades and tributes fill the calendar, we plan to speak with veterans who can help us understand the true significance of the day — and how the sacrifices of those who’ve served continue to shape our lives, our freedoms, and our communities today. As part of the broader negotiations in Washington, a new hemp provision could soon reshape how local growers, small businesses, and consumers operate here in Minnesota. The proposed change would delay stricter federal testing rules, giving producers more time — but also adding uncertainty about what comes next. We chat with a local THC drink brewer to break down what this could mean for the industry, from crops and compliance to what ends up in your favorite beverages. With global supergroup Katseye set to perform in Minnesota later this month, we wanted to know — what is it about K-pop that connects so deeply with fans here? We speak to MN K-Pop Connect about how Minnesota’s K-pop community has grown from online fandoms to packed local events, and why this global music movement continues to resonate far beyond the stage. And with so much uncertainty around the future of the Northstar commuter rail, what happens to the communities that have invested so much into it? Ridership remains low, funding remains uncertain, and bus replacements are on the table for 2026. We speak to the mayor of Anoka about what the potential loss of the rail line could mean for local businesses, commuters, and regional development.
Things to do in Minnesota: 5 things to do this weekend (Oct. 17–19)
Get ready for a fun-filled weekend in Minnesota with music legends, cultural celebrations, independent films, and vintage treasures.
Anoka social district extended through 2025, with a few exceptions
Citing its success and minimal law enforcement issues, Anoka County officials say they will allow its social district to remain open for the remainder of the year.
Metro Transit slated to end Northstar train service in January
Metro Transit is planning to end Northstar commuter train service and switch over to a bus service starting in January, according to Metropolitan Council documents.
Anoka sky lit up simultaneously by fireworks, lightning
Ben and Rae Blackhawk went to Anoka High School Thursday night for an early Fourth of July fireworks show. Thanks to Mother Nature, they got a combo platter.
FOX 9 Town Ball Tour: Photos from Anoka vs. Andover
The Anoka Bucs took on the Andover Aces at Castle Field on Wednesday as part of FOX 9's Town Ball Tour. Here's some photos from the game if you missed out.
FOX 9 Town Ball Tour: Anoka, the Halloween Capitol
The FOX 9 Town Ball Tour is in Anoka this week, which is also the Halloween Capitol. Karen George, the lead organizer with the Halloween Committee, stopped by the set to explain why it's such a big deal in Anoka.
FOX 9 Town Ball Tour: Anoka Mayor Erik Skoguist
This week, the FOX 9 Town Ball Tour is in Anoka as the Bucs host the Andover Aces at Castle Field. Anoka Mayor Erik Skogquist stopped by the set before first pitch to talk about what amateur baseball means to the community.
Town Ball Tour: Castle Field in Anoka
Field managers Steve Nelson and Dave Steinberg chat with FOX 9 about Castle Field ahead of the Town Ball Tour stop in Anoka on July 2.
Town Ball Tour: Grilling at Anoka Meat and Sausage
FOX 9?s Town Ball Tour heads to Anoka Meat and Sausage, which co-owner Tina Anderson say is known for its 3-inch ribeye and fresh grilling.
Visiting Avant Garden Bookstore in Anoka, MN
Co-owner of Avant Garden Bookstore, Amber Bullock, chats with FOX 9 ahead of the Town Ball Tour stop in Anoka on July 2.
Anoka vs. Andover: Stream the Town Ball Tour game
FOX 9 is headed to Anoka on Wednesday for the next stop on the 2025 Town Ball Tour.
FOX 9 Town Ball Tour heads to Anoka on July 2
The next stop on the FOX 9 Town Ball Tour is Anoka on Wednesday, July 2.
2025 FOX 9 Town Ball Tour schedule
The lineup is set for the 2025 FOX 9 Town Ball Tour.
City of Anoka breaks ground on cannabis dispensary
The city of Anoka is getting into the cannabis business by the end of 2025, breaking ground on a dispensary on Thursday.
City of Anoka breaks ground on cannabis dispensary
The City of Anoka is getting into the cannabis business by the end of 2025. City officials broke ground on a new cannabis dispensary site on Thursday.
Anoka set to break ground on municipal dispensary
The City of Anoka is set to break ground this week on a municipal dispensary, officials say.
Social district statewide expansion on hold despite Senate passage
Anoka popped the cork on its third year of its social district this week, letting people sip booze and stroll through a business district.
Social district expansions on hold
A push to allow statewide social districts ? areas where people are allowed to openly consume alcohol in public ? is hitting some resistance among lawmakers as the legislative session winds down. FOX 9?s Corin Hoggard explains what you should know.