Mariah Samuels mother delivers powerful statement
The mother of murdered Minneapolis woman Mariah Samuels delivered a powerful and emotional victim impact statement during the sentencing of David Wright.
The mother of murdered Minneapolis woman Mariah Samuels delivered a powerful and emotional victim impact statement during the sentencing of David Wright.
Hmong ‘secret war’ soldier benefits in Minnesota
The Minnesota Legislature is moving bills forward to secure partial veteran benefits in Minnesota for roughly 1,000 Hmong men who fought alongside the CIA in Laos. FOX 9’s Corin Hoggard has the details.
The Minnesota Legislature is moving bills forward to secure partial veteran benefits in Minnesota for roughly 1,000 Hmong men who fought alongside the CIA in Laos. FOX 9’s Corin Hoggard has the details.
David Wright gets life in prison for murdering Mariah Samuels
David Wright was sentenced to life in prison Monday for the first-degree murder of his ex-girlfriend Mariah Samuels, who was shot and killed in Minneapolis in September 2025. FOX 9's Mary McGuire has the story.
David Wright was sentenced to life in prison Monday for the first-degree murder of his ex-girlfriend Mariah Samuels, who was shot and killed in Minneapolis in September 2025. FOX 9's Mary McGuire has the story.
David Wright sentenced to life in prison
A judge in Minneapolis has sentenced David Wright to life in prison without the possibility of parole for the premeditated first-degree murder of Mariah Samuels. During the sentencing, Judge Mark Kappelhoff addressed Wright directly, condemning the killing as a "tragic, senseless and cruel" execution-style murder fueled by domestic violence.
A judge in Minneapolis has sentenced David Wright to life in prison without the possibility of parole for the premeditated first-degree murder of Mariah Samuels. During the sentencing, Judge Mark Kappelhoff addressed Wright directly, condemning the killing as a "tragic, senseless and cruel" execution-style murder fueled by domestic violence.
David Wright gets life in prison in Mariah Samuels murder during emotional hearing
A judge sentenced David Wright to life behind bars for the slaying of his former girlfriend Mariah Samuels in Minneapolis last year. Last week, Wright refused to leave his cell to face the judge.
A judge sentenced David Wright to life behind bars for the slaying of his former girlfriend Mariah Samuels in Minneapolis last year. Last week, Wright refused to leave his cell to face the judge.
US seizes Iranian ship as ceasefire set to expire
The U.S. Marines have seized an Iranian-flagged cargo ship near the Strait of Hormuz. It’s a major escalation in the conflict between the U.S. and Iran, with a shaky ceasefire agreement set to expire this week. FOX’s Doug Luzader reports.
The U.S. Marines have seized an Iranian-flagged cargo ship near the Strait of Hormuz. It’s a major escalation in the conflict between the U.S. and Iran, with a shaky ceasefire agreement set to expire this week. FOX’s Doug Luzader reports.
Motorcyclist killed in crash on I-35W in Minneapolis
A 21-year-old man was killed after a motorcycle crash early Friday morning in Minneapolis, according to the Minnesota State Patrol.
A 21-year-old man was killed after a motorcycle crash early Friday morning in Minneapolis, according to the Minnesota State Patrol.
Fatal Minneapolis crash sentencing: Teniki Steward sentenced to 26 years
A Minneapolis woman was sentenced for her role in a deadly crash that killed two women and injured two other people in December 2024.
A Minneapolis woman was sentenced for her role in a deadly crash that killed two women and injured two other people in December 2024.
Electric Fetus celebrates National Record Store Day
People lined up overnight outside Electric Fetus in Minneapolis for National Record Store Day. FOX 9 Photojournalist Stephen Strom captures the moment.
People lined up overnight outside Electric Fetus in Minneapolis for National Record Store Day. FOX 9 Photojournalist Stephen Strom captures the moment.
Rochester residents describe tornado
Cleanup is underway as families assess the aftermath and begin repairs after a tornado touched down near Rochester, causing damage in Stewartville and nearby areas. FOX 9’s Leon Purvis was onsite to speak with residents left in the wake.
Cleanup is underway as families assess the aftermath and begin repairs after a tornado touched down near Rochester, causing damage in Stewartville and nearby areas. FOX 9’s Leon Purvis was onsite to speak with residents left in the wake.
Minneapolis music legend Monroe Wright III performs Saturday: Pre-Prince pioneer of Twin Cities funk scene
A legend of the Twin Cities music scene will perform a special show this weekend, as Monroe Wright – a member of The Valdons, known as a "crown jewel" of the Minneapolis R&B scene in the early 1970s – is being discovered by a new generation of fans.
A legend of the Twin Cities music scene will perform a special show this weekend, as Monroe Wright – a member of The Valdons, known as a "crown jewel" of the Minneapolis R&B scene in the early 1970s – is being discovered by a new generation of fans.
Soul legend playing special show
A legend of the Twin Cities music scene will perform a special show this weekend, as Monroe Wright – a member of The Valdons, known as a "crown jewel" of the Minneapolis R&B scene in the early 1970s – is being discovered by a new generation of fans. FOX 9’s Maury Glover explains.
A legend of the Twin Cities music scene will perform a special show this weekend, as Monroe Wright – a member of The Valdons, known as a "crown jewel" of the Minneapolis R&B scene in the early 1970s – is being discovered by a new generation of fans. FOX 9’s Maury Glover explains.
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Trump speaks at Turning Point USA event [FULL]
President Trump spoke at a Turning Point USA event in Phoenix on Friday as part of the Build The Red Wall" event, touching on topics such as the Straight of Hormuz, continued negotiations with Iran and why the U.S. doesn’t need NATO.
President Trump spoke at a Turning Point USA event in Phoenix on Friday as part of the Build The Red Wall" event, touching on topics such as the Straight of Hormuz, continued negotiations with Iran and why the U.S. doesn’t need NATO.
Senate BWCA mining ban vote challenges
The U.S. Senate voted this week 50-49 to undue a moratorium on mining operations near Minnesota’s BWCA. FOX 9’s All Day is joined by Chris Knopf of the Friends of the Boundary Waters to discuss what it could mean for the area ahead, and potential legal challenges planned to combat the decision.
The U.S. Senate voted this week 50-49 to undue a moratorium on mining operations near Minnesota’s BWCA. FOX 9’s All Day is joined by Chris Knopf of the Friends of the Boundary Waters to discuss what it could mean for the area ahead, and potential legal challenges planned to combat the decision.
Trump: ‘Straight of Hormuz’ fully open now
Speaking at a Turning Point USA event, President Trump said the Straight of Hormuz is “fully open and cleared for passage” as he details the latest on talks with Iran.
Speaking at a Turning Point USA event, President Trump said the Straight of Hormuz is “fully open and cleared for passage” as he details the latest on talks with Iran.
Bus cameras: Proposal to ticket drivers blocking transit, bike lanes
Cities across Minnesota are looking at a new way to keep bus lanes clear and traffic moving, but the idea is raising questions about privacy and enforcement.
Cities across Minnesota are looking at a new way to keep bus lanes clear and traffic moving, but the idea is raising questions about privacy and enforcement.
ICE agent drives on shoulder, points gun at another driver on highway: Video
An ICE agent who has been charged with assault was caught on camera pointing a gun at another driver during a traffic dispute.
An ICE agent who has been charged with assault was caught on camera pointing a gun at another driver during a traffic dispute.
Convicted murderer David Wright refuses to leave cell, judge postpones sentencing
A judge moved the sentencing date of convicted murderer David Wright after he refused to leave his jail cell.
A judge moved the sentencing date of convicted murderer David Wright after he refused to leave his jail cell.
David Wright refuses to appear for sentencing
David Wright, who was convicted on first-degree murder after he shot and killed his ex-girlfriend Mariah Samuels, refused to show up for sentencing Friday. The judge has now moved his sentencing to Monday.
David Wright, who was convicted on first-degree murder after he shot and killed his ex-girlfriend Mariah Samuels, refused to show up for sentencing Friday. The judge has now moved his sentencing to Monday.
FOX 9 Good Day: April 17, 2026
Make the most out of your time at the dog park. Dr. Eric Ruhland shares what owners need to know before enjoying the group experience. Also, get the perfect bouquet all summer long by growing your own cut flower garden.
Make the most out of your time at the dog park. Dr. Eric Ruhland shares what owners need to know before enjoying the group experience. Also, get the perfect bouquet all summer long by growing your own cut flower garden.