Minnesota murder convict, who went on the run before verdict, sentenced

The Bloomington man who walked out of court before the verdict could be read in his murder trial over a fatal overdose was finally sentenced on Thursday.

Michael Harlan sentenced in overdose death
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Michael Harlan, the man who walked out of court before a guilty verdict against him could be read, was sentenced on Thursday for an overdose death.

Polar Semiconductor $525M facility expansion [RAW]
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Polar Semiconductor announced plans to expand its manufacturing facility in Blooming, a project that will cost an estimated $525 million.

Polar Semiconductor to receive $195M in funding to expand Bloomington facility

Polar Semiconductor plans to expand its manufacturing facility in Bloomington, a project that will create more than 160 jobs and cost an estimated $525 million. 

I-35W reopened in Bloomington after pedestrian hit
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Interstate 35W has reopened after being closed for a period Monday morning. The interstate closed after a pedestrian was struck while crossing the highway.

I-35W reopens in Bloomington after man was hit

Interstate 35W at 90th Street in Bloomington was closed for hours after a man was hit on the highway on Monday morning. 

I-494 lane closures in Bloomington, Mendota Heights will last months

Commuters on a popular stretch of Interstate-494 through Eagan, Bloomington and Mendota Heights will see lane reductions beginning Thursday morning.

Bloomington crash leaves pedestrian dead

Bloomington police are investigating a crash that left a 58-year-old man dead Tuesday night. 

First Lady Jill Biden speaks at Bloomington education convention

First Lady of the United States Jill Biden is set to give remarks at the Education Minnesota Convention in Bloomington.

Consolation Champ hold album release, offer inspiration while aging

An old adage in rock and roll ponders whether it’s better to burn out than to fade away, but with a new album and accompanying release, Bloomington’s Consolation Champ has set out to prove you can also age gracefully.

I-494 and 35W construction begins Monday
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Construction season is in full swing in the Twin Cities metro. One of the biggest projects being the construction at the Interstate 35W and 494 interchange. FOX 9's Rob Olson has the latest.

Mall of America fights spark security concerns
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A fight broke out at the Mall of America earlier this week on a night meant to celebrate the end of Ramadan, inciting concerns from mall patrons about safety measures in place.

2 Delta planes clip wings at MSP Airport

Two planes needed to return to their gates after briefly clipping each other’s wings on the taxiway at MSP on Wednesday.

Mall of America water park: Bloomington council reviewing plans

The Bloomington, Minn City Council will review plans for a long-talked-about indoor water park at the Mall of America this week.

One of two accused gunmen pleads guilty to fatal MOA shooting

A man pleaded guilty to second-degree murder for the fatal Mall of America shooting that happened inside the Nordstrom store two days before Christmas in 2022. 

Shooting in parking lot of Bloomington mosque prompts increased security

A shooting Saturday night in the parking lot of a Bloomington mosque prompted a large police presence and enhanced security for the mosque. 

Driver killed in single-vehicle crash on I-494 in Bloomington

The 42-year-old man was heading eastbound on I-494 when he exited the roadway and hit a pole, causing the vehicle catch fire.

Heartbreaking memorial honors baby killed at Bloomington hotel

A heartbreaking memorial has been set up outside the Bloomington hotel that was the site of the murder of a young child.

Woman drowned child in bathtub, threw body in Bloomington hotel dumpster: Charges

A 20-year-old mother is accused of drowning her child in the tub at a Bloomington hotel because she "could not enjoy her bath" while he was crying in the other room, according to court records. 

Rocket Fizz retro soda opening at Mall of America

A new store that offers hundreds of retro-inspired sodas and candies will be opening its first Minnesota location in the Mall of America.