Food, music and fun at Taste of MN 2026
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The Taste of Minnesota 2026 began on Friday with thousands of people attending for music and to try various food vendors from throughout the Twin Cities. FOX 9’s Leon Purvis is live from the festival with a recap of night one.

Great American State Fair postponed citing heat
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Despite President Trump saying just days earlier that he would give a speech regardless of the expected heat, the Great American State Fair has now been postponed for that exact reason, citing health concerns as temperatures expect to reach more than 100+ degrees.

Taste of Minnesota 2026 underway this weekend
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This weekend downtown Minneapolis is hosting the Taste of Minnesota, offering free music performances and more than 100 food trucks and artist vendors. FOX 9’s Leon Purvis is onsite with a preview of what’s to come.

Minneapolis officer fired after liking Facebook comment that referenced lynching

A former Minneapolis police officer who had served on the force for 18 years was fired after an internal investigation found that he liked a Facebook comment that called for a police shooting suspect to be lynched.

Former Heritage Park owner's history
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The former, long-time owners of Heritage Park has a history of neglect. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has more. 

Minneapolis launches 'South Side REACT' to shut down open-air drug markets

A major change is underway in how Minneapolis deals with illegal drug sales and use, with city leaders and community partners rolling out a new strategy aimed at shutting down open-air drug markets.

Minneapolis launches 'South Side REACT' to shut down open-air drug markets
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A major change is underway in how Minneapolis deals with illegal drug sales and use, with city leaders and community partners rolling out a new strategy aimed at shutting down open-air drug markets. FOX 9's Karen Scullin has the story.

2 fallen Minnesota police officers’ families have mortgages paid off

The families of two Minnesota police officers who lost their lives during active duty have had the mortgages on their homes paid off for them.

Minneapolis police detail drug market crackdown
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Minneapolis authorities announced on Thursday that it will begin a coordinated effort to crackdown on "open-air" drug activity seen throughout the city. 

Minneapolis to ramp up open-air drug market enforcement

A coordinated effort to increase enforcement of open-air drug markets in Minneapolis is expected to be announced on Thursday.

Water safety: Tips ahead of July 4th weekend

Parents and guardians are urged to take simple water safety precautions ahead of July 4th weekend.

State Patrol investigating fatal crash on I-94 in Minneapolis

The Minnesota State Patrol is investigating a fatal crash that shut down a busy stretch of westbound Interstate 94 in Minneapolis early Wednesday morning.

Marisa Simonetti gets 90 days in tarantula tossing incident

A Hennepin County judge on Tuesday sentenced Marisa Simonetti to jail time and probation after she was convicted of harassment and domestic assault for throwing a tarantula at her house mate in 2024.

Annunciation community asks neighbors to be mindful of July 4 fireworks

As Fourth of July festivities approach, community leaders with Annunciation Church and School, and Minneapolis are reminding neighbors to be mindful of how fireworks can affect those still healing from last summer.

July 4th law enforcement will have ‘zero tolerance’
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Twin Cities law enforcement officials outline increased efforts that will be used throughout the Fourth of July weekend to ensure public safety during celebrations, saying there will be a “zero tolerance” policy for those who break laws and endanger others.

‘Zero tolerance’ for July 4th safety threats
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Twin Cities law enforcement officials are stressing a renewed urgency surrounding public safety during the Fourth of July weekend, saying they intend to hold a “zero tolerance” policy for those who are breaking laws during any celebrations.

Tobie's Restaurant celebrating nearly 70 years in business
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Tobie's Restaurant, a famous stop off I-35 in Hinckley for Minnesotans heading up north, is celebrating nearly 70 years off serving up its popular cinnamon, caramel and pecan rolls.