Family files lawsuit over teen killed in landslide at Minneopa State Park

A family has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the State of Minnesota after their teen son was killed in a landslide at Minneopa State Park in Blue Earth County in 2023.

Gov. Walz unveils $887 million infrastructure plan at Rapidan Dam

Governor Tim Walz unveiled his proposed 2025 infrastructure plan on Thursday that includes $887 million for projects that “protect Minnesota’s drinking water, keep communities safe, and support housing development."

New MLK documentary tells story of icon’s 1961 visit to Mankato

On Nov. 21, 1961, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. flew to Mankato to spread his vision of freedom, justice and equality for all across the U.S., and the trip is the focus of a new documentary.

Bridge by Rapidan Dam being demolished [RAW]
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The Rapidan Dam in south central Minnesota suffered a partial failure due to flooding on the Blue Earth River in June of 2024. Officials previously said there was concern about the County Road 9 bridge, located just south of the dam, due to erosion. SkyFOX captured crews working to demolish the bridge on Jan. 7, 2025.

Mankato West hockey team’s stick bag stolen at Duluth tournament

The Mankato West varsity hockey team was unable to play its Saturday game at a weekend tournament in Duluth after the team’s stick bag was stolen.

Mankato teen charged in 'execution-style' drug deal slaying

A Mankato man is charged with murder for an “execution-style" slaying that authorities say happened during a cannabis cart sale.

Dakota Memorial Horse Riders continue legacy of former annual tradition

A group of Native American horse riders are continuing a legacy by traveling hundreds of miles from South Dakota to Minnesota to remember a dark chapter in American history.

Riders start 300-mile trek to honor Dakota 38+2
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A group of Native American horse riders are continuing a legacy by traveling hundreds of miles from South Dakota to Minnesota to remember a dark chapter in American history.

Adam Fravel to be sentenced in murder of Madeline Kingsbury: How to watch

Adam Fravel will be sentenced in the murder of his former partner and mother of his two children, Madeline Kingsbury, in southern Minnesota.

Mankato student asks McDonald's for a PlayPlace
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An elementary school student wrote a persuasive letter to the owner and operator of Bamco McDonalds, which runs three sites in Mankato, to build a PlayPlace at one of its locations. FOX 9's Lauren Andrego sat down with Owner and Operator Colleen Vanblarcom on the impact that letter had.

Crew prepare to demolish bridge near Rapidan Dam
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Crews are preparing to demolish the Blue Earth River bridge near the Rapidan Dam after the dam's partial failure in June 2024.

Madeline Kingsbury's family thanks community after guilty verdict [RAW]
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After Adam Fravel was found guilty on all counts, including first-degree murder, Madeline Kingsbury's family thanked the community of Winona who supported them and Maddi's children. Here's their full comments following the guilty verdict.

David Kingsbury: 'Fravel can't be punished enough'
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After Adam Fravel was found guilty of all counts, including first-degree murder, in the killing of Madeline Kingsbury, David Kingsbury, Maddi's father, spoke outside of court Thursday. He thanked the community and said Fravel's actions ruined his life and two families, adding "Fravel can't be punished enough."

Adam Fravel's attorney says they plan to appeal [RAW]
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Adam Fravel's attorney spoke after the verdict, saying his client planned to appeal after he was found guilty of first-degree murder in the killing of Madeline Kingsbury.

Adam Fravel found guilty of murder
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Adam Fravel has been found guilty on four counts of murder for killing his ex-girlfriend and the mother of his children, Madeline Kingsbury. Fravel faced charges of premeditated first-degree murder, first-degree murder with a past pattern of domestic abuse, and two counts of second-degree murder. His sentencing is scheduled for December.