Holiday pop-up bar season: Jingle Bar at Lola's Lakehouse
It's that time of year, and holiday pop-up bars are getting into the seasonal spirit. FOX 9's Shayne Wells visited Lola's Lakehouse in Waconia to see how they are decking the halls with boughs of holly.
It's that time of year, and holiday pop-up bars are getting into the seasonal spirit. FOX 9's Shayne Wells visited Lola's Lakehouse in Waconia to see how they are decking the halls with boughs of holly.
Former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords pushes for action on gun laws in Minnesota
Former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords, a gun violence survivor, was part of a panel in Waconia, featuring Gov. Tim Walz, discussing ways to tackle gun violence.
Former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords, a gun violence survivor, was part of a panel in Waconia, featuring Gov. Tim Walz, discussing ways to tackle gun violence.
Gina Maria's Pizza shutters 4 pizzerias in metro
Twin Cities pizza chain Gina Maria's announced it has closed its four locations in the west metro.
Twin Cities pizza chain Gina Maria's announced it has closed its four locations in the west metro.
Minnesota remembers fallen firefighter Isabella Oscarson with flags at half-staff
Flags in Minnesota are at half-staff for Minnesota firefighter Isabella Oscarson, who was laid to rest this weekend. She died doing the job that she loved.
Flags in Minnesota are at half-staff for Minnesota firefighter Isabella Oscarson, who was laid to rest this weekend. She died doing the job that she loved.
Minnesota man’s animal torture YouTube videos lead to federal charges
A Carver man is facing federal charges for allegedly creating graphic videos of animal torture and death and posting it to pay-per-view YouTube channels.
A Carver man is facing federal charges for allegedly creating graphic videos of animal torture and death and posting it to pay-per-view YouTube channels.
Things to do in Minnesota: 6 things to do this weekend (Aug. 15-17)
While we await the Minnesota State Fair, there is a lot going on this weekend in Minnesota, ranging from the Renaissance Festival to the Twins and Lynx in action.
While we await the Minnesota State Fair, there is a lot going on this weekend in Minnesota, ranging from the Renaissance Festival to the Twins and Lynx in action.
MN construction: Weekend closures for I-94, I-35E, and more
Three major highway closures in Minnesota could make your weekend plans a little difficult. Here's a look ahead to the weekend.
Three major highway closures in Minnesota could make your weekend plans a little difficult. Here's a look ahead to the weekend.
Chaska community rallies for 4-year-old girl battling Leukemia
The Chaska Athletic Park and Cubs Town Ball team are coming together to help a youth softball and baseball coach, and a firefighter.
The Chaska Athletic Park and Cubs Town Ball team are coming together to help a youth softball and baseball coach, and a firefighter.
MN weather: Cleanup underway after Saturday night storms
Severe storms spawned reports of up to six tornadoes in Carver and Scott counties after midnight, which uprooted trees and tore down branches in the Waconia area.
Severe storms spawned reports of up to six tornadoes in Carver and Scott counties after midnight, which uprooted trees and tore down branches in the Waconia area.
National Weather Service confirms at least 3 tornadoes in Carver County
A National Weather Service (NWS) survey team confirmed that "at least two tornadoes" touched down in Carver County.
A National Weather Service (NWS) survey team confirmed that "at least two tornadoes" touched down in Carver County.
5 tornadoes reported in Carver County
Five Doppler-confirmed tornadoes were reported in Carver County early Sunday morning, including Victoria, two around Waconia, one near Cologne and one in St. Bonifacius. Meanwhile, two tornadoes were observed about two hours apart near Canby, in far western Minnesota on Saturday evening. The National Weather Service will assess damage from the storms to officially confirm how many tornadoes there were Saturday night and Sunday morning.
Five Doppler-confirmed tornadoes were reported in Carver County early Sunday morning, including Victoria, two around Waconia, one near Cologne and one in St. Bonifacius. Meanwhile, two tornadoes were observed about two hours apart near Canby, in far western Minnesota on Saturday evening. The National Weather Service will assess damage from the storms to officially confirm how many tornadoes there were Saturday night and Sunday morning.
Observed tornado in Waconia: 12:19 a.m. update
An observed tornado over the city of Waconia is moving east at 30-35 mph. A second tornado was also reported in the area.
An observed tornado over the city of Waconia is moving east at 30-35 mph. A second tornado was also reported in the area.
Hazeltine National GC hosting KPMG Women’s PGA Championship in 2026
Hazeltine National Golf Club in Chaska is the host for the 2026 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship. It’s one of four major championships on the LPGA Tour.
Hazeltine National Golf Club in Chaska is the host for the 2026 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship. It’s one of four major championships on the LPGA Tour.
Minnesota lobbyist charged after texts threatening to shoot lawmakers
A lobbyist from Minnesota faces charges after allegedly threatening to shoot lawmakers at the Minnesota Capitol, detailing how much ammo he had, and an intent to “blow somebody’s face off."
A lobbyist from Minnesota faces charges after allegedly threatening to shoot lawmakers at the Minnesota Capitol, detailing how much ammo he had, and an intent to “blow somebody’s face off."
Helen's Pink Sky Foundation: Lemonade stands to raise money for Batten disease research
A girl from Victoria with a rare disease is celebrating her 4th birthday at the end of the month, and her family is asking for the community's help to fund research battling that disease.
A girl from Victoria with a rare disease is celebrating her 4th birthday at the end of the month, and her family is asking for the community's help to fund research battling that disease.
2 kids hurt in school bus vs. dump truck crash
Two children were taken to the hospital after a dump truck hit a school bus in Chaska. FOX 9's Leon Purvis has the full story.
Two children were taken to the hospital after a dump truck hit a school bus in Chaska. FOX 9's Leon Purvis has the full story.
2 kids hospitalized after dump truck, school bus collide in Chaska
The Minnesota State Patrol says at least two kids were hospitalized after a crash involving a dump truck and a school bus Wednesday afternoon in Chaska.
The Minnesota State Patrol says at least two kids were hospitalized after a crash involving a dump truck and a school bus Wednesday afternoon in Chaska.
Chaska PD: Don't call 911 for a coyote sighting
Chaska police are telling residents that coyote sightings alone are not enough grounds to call 911.
Chaska police are telling residents that coyote sightings alone are not enough grounds to call 911.
Dancing through the decades: Green Isle couple celebrates 75 years of marriage
Hilary and LeAnn Sauter know from experience that getting into a groove on the dance floor helps make sure they are in sync off the dance floor as well.
Hilary and LeAnn Sauter know from experience that getting into a groove on the dance floor helps make sure they are in sync off the dance floor as well.
Green Isle couple dances through 75 years of marriage
Dancing has been a constant connection over 75 years of marriage for Hilary and LeAnn Sauter. FOX 9's Maury Glover has the full story.
Dancing has been a constant connection over 75 years of marriage for Hilary and LeAnn Sauter. FOX 9's Maury Glover has the full story.