Things to do in Minnesota: 5 things to do this weekend (Dec. 20-22)

Shop for holiday gifts at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds, check out holiday markets in the Twin Cities, or experience Holidazzle festivities in downtown Minneapolis this weekend.

'I am Innocent': The Marvin Haynes Story
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The true crime documentary details how a 16-year-old boy was convicted of murder after a flower shop robbery in Minneapolis. Marvin Haynes was exonerated nearly twenty years later when eyewitness testimony, and the police investigation itself, started to unravel. A DOC 9 production.

FOX 9 Documentary details Marvin Haynes’ conviction and exoneration

The half-hour documentary includes interviews with Marvin Haynes, his family, attorneys, prosecutors, and a review of the questionable evidence that led to his conviction.

FBI raids autism treatment centers in Minneapolis, St. Cloud in fraud case

FBI agents raided autism treatment centers in Minneapolis and St. Cloud Thursday morning. The raids could be part of a broader investigation, with search warrants indicating that the raids are part of an investigation into possible Medicaid fraud.

Budget battle brewing in Minneapolis
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Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey issued a rare veto in response to a budget passed by the Minneapolis City Council. FOX 9's Maury Glover has the full story.

Marvin Haynes walked out of prison 1 year ago. His exoneration led to change.

A FOX 9 documentary airing this Sunday details Marvin Haynes’ arrest, exoneration and the law changes that followed his release from prison.

Mpls affordable housing projects funding [RAW]
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Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, along with city and community leaders, announced the 11 projects receiving nearly $18.5 million in funding from the Affordable Housing Trust Fund. The funding will help build new affordable housing and refurbish current projects.

U of M Palestine protest resolution vetoed by Minneapolis Mayor Frey

“The lack of consistency sets a dangerous precedent and sends a message that illegal and violent conduct is not only tolerated, but praised – as long as it conforms to the Council’s preferences," Frey said in a veto letter to council members.

Public safety programs focus of Mpls conference
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Public safety leaders from around the U.S. are in Minneapolis this week to discuss programs that could combat crime around the nation.

Minneapolis hosting National Public Safety Summit
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Minneapolis is set to host a National Public Safety Partnership Summit on Monday. FOX 9's Leah Beno sat down with Director of the Bureau of Justice Assistance Karhlton Moore to discuss what they hope to accomplish.

'Lil Kirko Chainz' watching Kirk Cousins' return to U.S. Bank Stadium

Gustafson became known as 'Lil Kirko Chainz' at his first Vikings game two years ago after he dressed up like Kirk Cousins, who had gone viral for dancing shirtless on a plane with a bunch of chains wrapped around his neck.

Brewery business declining in MN
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Once a fruitful industry, Minnesota?s microbrewery business have seen a sharp decline in recent years. FOX 9?s Corin Hoggard explains.

Judge says 'coaching' by Minneapolis police not discipline, records not public

A judge ruled this week that the Minneapolis Police Department’s controversial practice of “coaching" some officers accused of misconduct is not discipline. The ruling means the city does not have to release records detailing alleged misconduct by officers in those cases.

Timothée Chalamet back in Minnesota for Bob Dylan movie screening

The red carpet was rolled out in the Twin Cities Thursday night for a special screening of the new Bob Dylan movie starring Timothée Chalamet.

Timothee Chalamet in Twin Cities
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The red carpet was rolled out in the Twin Cities tonight for a special screening of the new Bob Dylan movie starring Timothee Chalamet ? who was also spotted making his way around the Twin Cities.