Tears, flowers, and a promise: Bloomington remembers Tom Burnett

Every year, Minnesotans gather to honor the lives lost on Sept. 11, 2001, including a Bloomington native who helped change the course of that day.

Remembering Tom Burnett Jr. on 9/11
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A Bloomington Jefferson High School graduate is remembered as a hero for leading a rebellion against hijackers on Flight 93 during the attacks on Sept. 11, 2001. FOX 9’s Corin Hoggard has the story on the 25th anniversary.

Bloomington sting leads to trafficking arrests, help for 3 sex workers
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A Bloomington Police Department sex trafficking operation netted the arrest of two men for promoting prostitution and helped police get help for at least three victims. Now, authorities are working to launch a task force to take on human trafficking. FOX 9's Karen Scullin has the story.

Bloomington sting leads to trafficking arrests, help for 3 sex workers

The Bloomington Police Department announced Thursday they are planning to form a multi-agency unit to investigate and address human trafficking in the Twin Cities metro.

Bloomington PD on shooting near MOA
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Bloomington Police Chief Booker Hodges spoke about a shooting near the Mall of America that left one injured. 

Bloomington crash: 1 dead after SUV strikes 3-wheeled motorcycle

A 60-year-old motorcycle rider is dead after a crash in Bloomington, Minnesota Sunday afternoon. The other driver involved in the crash was arrested for suspected criminal vehicle homicide.

$2.5M Medicaid fraud tied to Minneapolis sex trafficking ring involving ex-Anoka County prosecutor

A group accused of running a sex trafficking ring in Hennepin County now faces additional allegations of Medicaid fraud, with investigators linking the scheme to millions in questionable billing.

Fmr. Anoka prosecutor charged in sex trafficking ring
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Former assistant Anoka County attorney Andrea Sampson is charged with 26 felonies, including promoting prostitution and receiving profits from prostitution, in connection with an alleged operation spanning several Minnesota cities.

Panda Fast returns to Mall of America
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Starting Monday, Panda Fest is returning to the Mall of America for its second year. Organizers call it the nation’s fastest-growing Asian food and culture festival. Biu Biu Shoo, the founder of Panda Fest, joined FOX 9 News at 5 to talk about what to expect.

Disabled woman's van explodes in Bloomington
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A disabled woman's van exploded, making transportation difficult for her and her caregiver. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has more. 

Disabled woman’s wheelchair van destroyed by fire
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Donations are helping one family manage unexpected expenses after a fire destroyed a wheelchair-accessible van, making getting around much harder for a Bloomington woman and her caretaker.

I-494 closes overnight starting June 29 between I-35W, Highway 77

Drivers should plan ahead as overnight closures are coming to I-494 between I-35W and Highway 77 for bridge work and ongoing improvements.

Things to do in Minnesota: 5 things to do this weekend (June 12–14)

From colorful Pride celebrations to art festivals and Twins baseball games, there are plenty of things to do in Minnesota this weekend.