Here's what it takes to be considered middle class in Minnesota in 2024

With the cost of living soaring significantly over the past couple of years nationwide, the majority of working Americans aren’t sure how far their paycheck can stretch to cover expenses these days. 

Celebrated pastry chef opens Mpls restaurant
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One of the country?s top pastry chefs has opened her first restaurant in Minneapolis. Diane Moua is a veteran of Bellecour, Spoon and Stable and received two James Beard nominations for Outstanding Pastry Chef. She?s branching out now, opening a Hmong-American eatery, Diane?s Place, in northeast Minneapolis. Visitors can pop in and get a coffee and pastry to go, or dine in with their breakfast and lunch menu. It?s located in the Food Building at the corner of Northeast Marshall Street and 14th Avenue Northeast. Diane?s Place is open from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. daily. They are planning to add dinner service in the future.

'Art in Bloom' back for 40th year at MIA
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Nature and art collide at the Minneapolis Institute of Art (MIA). "Art In Bloom" is back for its 40th year. There are 180 living arrangements to view, most inspired by pieces in Mia?s vast collection. The event runs April 25-April 28 and is free to attend. Last year's event brought 60,000 visitors to the museum.

North Minneapolis students win prestigious academic scholarship

North Community High School in Minneapolis is known for its great athletes, but now campus leaders hope recognition from a highly selective national scholarship can help their school become just as well known for its academics.

MPS teachers reach tentative contract agreement
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Teachers with the Minneapolis Public School district have reached a tentative contract agreement. The overnight deal came after the union announced on Wednesday that it would hold a strike authorization vote.

2 Northside students win Gates Scholarship
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Two senior high school students in the Minneapolis Northside community won the Gates Scholarship.

Minneapolis Nudieland mass shooting: Charges filed against 2 teenagers

Two teenagers have now been charged in connection to the Minneapolis Nudieland shooting that left one person and several others injured last summer. 

Minneapolis Nudieland shooting: Teen charged
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Months after a mass shooting at a punk music venue in Minneapolis, a teen has been charged with opening fire.

Nudieland mass shooting charges filed [RAW]
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The Hennepin County Attorney's Office has filed charges in the Minneapolis Nudieland mass shooting. Here's the press conference.

Ring camera captures Dinkytown assault of female student

A Ring security camera captured a violent encounter on Sunday afternoon, when two armed robbers pounced on a University of Minnesota student.

Voices of the Timberwolves season: Michael Grady and Jim Petersen

Two people at the heart of a Minnesota Timberwolves’ historic season and playoff push sat down with FOX 9’s Amy Hockert to discuss the season so far, and the journey it’s been to get here.

The best Minnesota Timberwolves merch and giveaways over 36 seasons

This season ranks among the most successful in Minnesota Timberwolves' history, despite it being a long road filled with many ups and downs. Through it all, the organization has prioritized the fans, striving to provide a great experience whether the team wins or loses.

Ring cam captures Minneapolis assault over weekend
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A Ring security camera captured a violent encounter on Sunday afternoon, when two armed robbers pounced on a University of Minnesota student. FOX 9?s Babs Santos recaps the dramatic event, and spoke with police to learn about their response efforts.

Mpls family remembers son a year after disappearance
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A Minneapolis mother speaks out after her son went missing during a mental health crisis over a year ago. FOX 9's Mary McGuire has the story.

People of Color Career Fair
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More than a thousand people are expected to attend the 12th People of Color Career Fair on Wednesday, April 24. CEO of The Rae Mackenzie Group and founder of the fair Sharon Smith-Akinsanya says "The focus is on the importance of attracting top talent in order to keep our state and region competitive." More than 50 employers will be represented at the free event.

Busy weekend for Minneapolis: Wolves, Lion King, and Twins

Between playoff basketball and spring baseball, concerts, and Broadway shows, downtown Minneapolis is set to be busy this weekend.