University of Minnesota study shows prescribed burns revive prairie lands

Fire is always thought as destructive, but that’s not the case for many plants that need fire to survive and flower. Fires are an important tool for managing prairies and conserving native plants. 

Minnesota breweries take home awards from the Great American Beer Festival Competition

A few local craft breweries won awards for their beers at the 2023 Great American Beer Festival on Sept. 23. Of the 303 medals awarded in the competition, two Minnesota breweries and one Wisconsin brewery won awards.

Workers say they weren't fully paid for work on Dinkytown apartments

FOX 9 sat down with six workers who say they were underpaid for months for work on a delayed Dinkytown apartment building before they ultimately walked off the job.

4 injured in Uptown shooting Friday night

The shooting happened around 10:40 p.m. near Lyndale Avenue South and Lake Street West. No arrests have been made.

Le Creuset factory sale held in Minneapolis
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The popular French cookware company brought its factory to table sale to Minneapolis. FOX 9 Photojournalist Scott Wise takes a look inside.

MLPS murder suspect leaves Indianapolis
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Minneapolis murder suspect, Kevin Mason, who was mistakenly released from an Indianapolis jail is believed to have left Indianapolis. Mason is accused of shooting and killing someone in a Minneapolis church parking lot in 2021.

Metropolitan Airports Commission to have hearing on cannabis

The Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) has given notice it will be having a public hearing on a draft cannabis ordinance. 

University of Minnesota debuts new apple variety, Kudos

The University of Minnesota has created a new apple variety, just in time for fall. If you are a fan of the University’s Honeycrisp, Zestar!, and SweeTango apples, you are in for a treat with their new apple: Kudos. 

University of Minnesota study suggests tear gas exposure has impact on reproductive health

In the wake of nationwide protests following the murder of George Floyd in May 2020, anecdotal reports of irregular menstrual cycles emerged among protestors who were exposed to tear gas used by law enforcement.

Family of man killed in 2019 carjacking asking MN Attorney General to step in ahead of sentencing

The family of a man killed in a 2019 carjacking attempt, frustrated by the way Hennepin County prosecutors have handled the case of one of the two suspects, is now asking for state leaders to intervene.

Isles Buns celebrates 30 years
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Isles Bun & Coffee has been a Minneapolis staple since 1993. Located near the corner of Hennepin Avenue and 28th Street, the shop is known for its gigantic fresh-baked cinnamon rolls and best-seller, the puppy-dog tails with cream cheese frosting. The original recipes have stayed the same, but the Veigel family has added some savory options since taking over in 2000. The shop is open from 6:30am to 5pm.

Markey family seeks longer shooter sentencing
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The family of a man killed in a 2019 carjacking is calling for a change in prosecutor in the case, saying Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty is being too lenient on the perpetrator.

Red Lake leaders detail land sale with Minneapolis, proposed site usage

Leaders are already renovating a building next door to the vacant land where they’ll provide "uplifting our relatives" services – the equivalent of family and children services, focused on culturally-specific treatment.

Minneapolis teacher receives award
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A beloved teacher in Minneapolis is the new recipient of the Kids In Need Foundation Teacher Grant Award grant award, sponsored by FOX, which will help him get supplies for their classroom and students.

MPD Officer honored for legacy
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Charlie Adams, a Minneapolis Police Officer of 37 years, is being honored for his nearly four decades of service to the city.

Minneapolis, Red Lake land agreement
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Minneapolis will sell Red Lake Nation land in the East Phillips neighborhood for $1 in an effort to curb opioid abuse.

MPLS transfer land to Red Lake Nation [RAW]
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The city of Minneapolis announces plan to give two parcels of city owned land back to the Red Lake Nation. The building on the land is to be renovated to become a cultural center for the Red Lake Nation's people to help tackle the opioid epidemic that strongly effects their people. The mayor held a press conference Thursday.