Marvin Haynes one step closer to $4.5M after 20 years in prison
State lawmakers unanimously approved a $4.5 million compensation payment for Marvin Haynes, who spent nearly 20 years in prison for a murder he did not commit. FOX 9's Paul Blume has the story.
State lawmakers unanimously approved a $4.5 million compensation payment for Marvin Haynes, who spent nearly 20 years in prison for a murder he did not commit. FOX 9's Paul Blume has the story.
Man charged after fatally stabbing another inside a Minneapolis park
A man has been charged after he allegedly stabbed another man to death at a Minneapolis park.
A man has been charged after he allegedly stabbed another man to death at a Minneapolis park.
Minnesota stroke survivor: How storytelling helped her recovery after 3 strokes
A Minnesota woman’s journey through stroke recovery is helping shine a light on the importance of awareness, support and storytelling.
A Minnesota woman’s journey through stroke recovery is helping shine a light on the importance of awareness, support and storytelling.
Minnesota wrongful conviction: Marvin Haynes one step closer to $4.5M after 20 years in prison
A Minnesota man who spent nearly two decades behind bars for a murder he always said he did not commit is now one step closer to receiving millions in compensation from the state.
A Minnesota man who spent nearly two decades behind bars for a murder he always said he did not commit is now one step closer to receiving millions in compensation from the state.
Frey signs Minneapolis assault weapon ban ordinance
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey signed an ordinance to ban assault weapons in the city, which technically can't be legally enforced.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey signed an ordinance to ban assault weapons in the city, which technically can't be legally enforced.
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Vance, Dr. Oz highlight anti-fraud efforts [FULL]
Vice President JD Vance and Dr. Mehmet Oz outlined on Wednesday efforts the federal government is making to penalize state’s that aren’t effectively rooting out suspected fraud within the Medicaid system, saying one will be to pause $1.3 billion in payments to California.
Vice President JD Vance and Dr. Mehmet Oz outlined on Wednesday efforts the federal government is making to penalize state’s that aren’t effectively rooting out suspected fraud within the Medicaid system, saying one will be to pause $1.3 billion in payments to California.
Vance defends Trump comment on Americans’ finances
Speaking on topics of the government investigating fraud in the Medicaid system, Vice President JD Vance defended President Trump’s comments that Americans’ finances, and rising costs surrounding them, were “not a concern” compared to Iran’s nuclear capabilities, while also detailing the efforts that Medicaid cuts could have on the federal budget deficit.
Speaking on topics of the government investigating fraud in the Medicaid system, Vice President JD Vance defended President Trump’s comments that Americans’ finances, and rising costs surrounding them, were “not a concern” compared to Iran’s nuclear capabilities, while also detailing the efforts that Medicaid cuts could have on the federal budget deficit.
Dr. Oz details California Medicaid fraud
On Wednesday, Dr. Mehmet Oz joined Vice President JD Vance to outline examples of potential Medicaid fraud stemming from California, resulting in the total deferment of $1.3 billion in federal payments to the state.
On Wednesday, Dr. Mehmet Oz joined Vice President JD Vance to outline examples of potential Medicaid fraud stemming from California, resulting in the total deferment of $1.3 billion in federal payments to the state.
$1.3 billion Medicaid reimbursements stopped
Saying that California politicians have “not taken fraud seriously,” Vice President JD Vance announced on Wednesday that $1.3 billion in Medicaid reimbursements from the federal government have been deferred within the state, noting that “American taxpayers are being defrauded” by state programs.
Saying that California politicians have “not taken fraud seriously,” Vice President JD Vance announced on Wednesday that $1.3 billion in Medicaid reimbursements from the federal government have been deferred within the state, noting that “American taxpayers are being defrauded” by state programs.
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Waste, Fraud and Abuse in Minnesota report [FULL]
Established in January 2025, the Minnesota House Fraud Prevention and State Agency Oversight Policy Committee reviews its Waste, Fraud and Abuse in Minnesota 2025-26 report on Wednesday as part of a final meeting held to “understand the scope and depth of fraud in public programs” in Minnesota.
Established in January 2025, the Minnesota House Fraud Prevention and State Agency Oversight Policy Committee reviews its Waste, Fraud and Abuse in Minnesota 2025-26 report on Wednesday as part of a final meeting held to “understand the scope and depth of fraud in public programs” in Minnesota.
Hantavirus cases continue to be monitored
Health officials are monitoring a Minnesotan who had contact with someone aboard the cruise ship linked to the hantavirus outbreak who tested positive. Officials say the risk to the public remains low as additional passengers are being monitored.
Health officials are monitoring a Minnesotan who had contact with someone aboard the cruise ship linked to the hantavirus outbreak who tested positive. Officials say the risk to the public remains low as additional passengers are being monitored.
Fraud and abuse report in Minnesota overview
Rep. Kristin Robbins gives a brief overview of the "Waste, Fraud and Abuse in Minnesota" report designed to “understand the scope and depth of fraud in public programs” throughout Minnesota, saying in part that the, “Walz administration enabled fraud by having a culture that accepted, tolerated [fraud] and… did not hold anyone accountable.” The Minnesota House Fraud Prevention and State Agency Oversight Policy Committee was created as part of a power-sharing agreement last session and will dissolve at the end of the legislative session.
Rep. Kristin Robbins gives a brief overview of the "Waste, Fraud and Abuse in Minnesota" report designed to “understand the scope and depth of fraud in public programs” throughout Minnesota, saying in part that the, “Walz administration enabled fraud by having a culture that accepted, tolerated [fraud] and… did not hold anyone accountable.” The Minnesota House Fraud Prevention and State Agency Oversight Policy Committee was created as part of a power-sharing agreement last session and will dissolve at the end of the legislative session.
U.S. drought could increase prices
A drought throughout the U.S. could worsen already increasing prices, as the nation currently experiences the worst drought conditions in nearly 100 years. FOX 9’s Cody Matz explains how the conditions will affect the agriculture industry, and eventually your budget.
A drought throughout the U.S. could worsen already increasing prices, as the nation currently experiences the worst drought conditions in nearly 100 years. FOX 9’s Cody Matz explains how the conditions will affect the agriculture industry, and eventually your budget.
Art-A-Whirl weekend: Northeast Minneapolis artists worried about Quincy Street reconstruction plans
As Art-A-Whirl approaches, artists and business owners in Northeast Minneapolis are voicing concerns about a major road project on Quincy Street that could impact their future.
As Art-A-Whirl approaches, artists and business owners in Northeast Minneapolis are voicing concerns about a major road project on Quincy Street that could impact their future.
Concerns over Quincy Street reconstruction in Minneapolis
Residents and artists are concerned over the Quincy Street reconstruction as Art-A-Whirl approaches. FOX 9's Maury Glover has more.
Residents and artists are concerned over the Quincy Street reconstruction as Art-A-Whirl approaches. FOX 9's Maury Glover has more.
Data centers in Minnesota: Wright County debate
Wright County officials are set to discuss a potential emergency moratorium on data centers – the latest community to join the debate over the developing tech needs. FOX 9’s Mike Manzoni explains.
Wright County officials are set to discuss a potential emergency moratorium on data centers – the latest community to join the debate over the developing tech needs. FOX 9’s Mike Manzoni explains.
Minnesota gun safety bill under pressure
Annunciation student parents are pressuring Minnesota’s House Republicans to allow a vote on a gun safety bill proposed following the mass shooting. FOX 9’s Corin Hoggard explains.
Annunciation student parents are pressuring Minnesota’s House Republicans to allow a vote on a gun safety bill proposed following the mass shooting. FOX 9’s Corin Hoggard explains.
Gun safety bill fate in Minnesota
Annunciation parents are urging House Republicans to allow a vote on a comprehensive gun safety bill that includes school safety funding, mental health support and bans on assault weapons after a mass shooting in August. FOX 9’s Corin Hoggard has the latest details on the proposal.
Annunciation parents are urging House Republicans to allow a vote on a comprehensive gun safety bill that includes school safety funding, mental health support and bans on assault weapons after a mass shooting in August. FOX 9’s Corin Hoggard has the latest details on the proposal.
HCMC crisis: Hennepin County board holds meeting on hospital's future
The future of Hennepin County Medical Center is up in the air as county leaders scramble to find a way to keep the hospital open.
The future of Hennepin County Medical Center is up in the air as county leaders scramble to find a way to keep the hospital open.
Minneapolis considering pilot program that uses drones as first responders
Minneapolis could soon join other Minnesota cities using drones to help first responders get a real-time look at emergencies before arriving on scene.
Minneapolis could soon join other Minnesota cities using drones to help first responders get a real-time look at emergencies before arriving on scene.