Taste of MN 2026 music lineup announced for July 4th weekend

Taste of Minnesota returns to downtown Minneapolis with an all-Minnesota main stage lineup this year. Here's what you need to know.

Police drone use in Minneapolis considered by city council

Minneapolis is taking steps toward using drones as a new part of its 911 call response, with city leaders seeking more info on how the technology could fit into emergency responses.

Minneapolis honors fallen officer Jamal Mitchell with renamed street

The Minneapolis City Council has unanimously approved renaming a street of street in south Minneapolis to Officer Jamal Mitchell Way in honor of the MPD officer who died in the line of duty.

MN new bass fishing rules: What you need to know
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Minnesota’s new bass fishing rules allow early catch-and-release fishing before the traditional opener. Here's what anglers need to know about the season, timing, and tips for catching bass early in the spring.

Rep. Omar alleged attacker to change plea in court
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There are several high-profile sentencings and change-of-plea hearings in Minnesota courts on Thursday. Two defendants in the Feeding Our Future fraud scheme are set to be sentenced, while the man who allegedly attacked Rep. Ilhan Omar is appearing for a change of plea hearing. FOX 9’s Chenue Her reports. 

Mayor Frey puts Chief Brian O'Hara up for another term as Minneapolis PD Chief

Mayor Jacob Frey announced on Thursday he would renominate Chief Brian O'Hara to another four-year term leading the Minneapolis Police Department.

Minneapolis Mayor Frey renominates Chief O'Hara for new term

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey said he will make an announcement regarding Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara.

Fletcher Merkel honored: Richfield baseball retires jersey of Annunciation shooting victim

The Richfield baseball community gathered for an emotional tribute to Fletcher Merkel, retiring his number 7 jersey in a ceremony that celebrated the 8-year-old’s life and spirit.

Trump honors military mothers at White House [FULL]
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Both President Trump and First Lady Melania host an event to support military mothers, both in uniform and at home, while offering details on the current “skirmish” with Iran that has now lasted more than two months. You can see the full event here.

Iran skirmish is ‘very much under control’: Trump
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Saying he wants to give military mothers “a little rundown” on the current “skirmish” with Iran that has lasted more than two months now during an event to honor the parents of those serving, President Trump insists the Straight of Hormuz is “very much under control” thanks to a U.S. blockade, and that Iran will agree with a deal “one way or another.”

Military mothers want Iran to make a deal: Trump
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Speaking about the current “skirmish” with Iran that has now lasted more than two months, President Trump insists that “Iran wants to make a deal” which is something that “military mothers want to hear” during an event to honor the parents of those currently serving.

Military mothers honored by Melania Trump
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Melania Trump honors ‘brave’ military mothers on Wednesday at the White House, saying in part that during “the current time of military conflict in America” the administration “holds mothers in the highest regard” as they “help build the soul of our nation.”

Lawsuit over alleged misuse of charitable funds
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The Minnesota Attorney General is suing two Minneapolis nonprofits over alleged  misuse of charitable funds. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim has more. 

Lawmakers work to save HCMC from closing
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The future of Minnesota’s largest safety-net hospital is uncertain as state lawmakers race to prevent Hennepin County Medical Center from shutting down. FOX 9’s Mike Manzoni has the latest details as a session deadline approaches.

Minneapolis City Council set to vote Thursday on gun ordinance
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The Minneapolis City Council is set to vote Thursday on a firearm regulation ordinance. But how enforceable is it? FOX 9's Karen Scullin has the story.

Mpls City Council considers gun control ordinance
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The Minneapolis City Council is considering a gun control ordinance. FOX 9's Karen Scullin has the latest. 

HCMC funding problem running out of time
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Minnesota lawmakers have 12 days left in the legislative session to decide on a potential rescue plan for the state’s largest hospital. FOX 9’s Corin Hoggard has what you should know.

Shooting near Grand Casino Arena, RiverCentre: Latest
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Saying that “St. Paul is a safe city,” police chief Axel Henry provides the latest updates after a shooting during which two people were hurt in what’s been described as a chaotic scene near Grand Casino Arena and the St. Paul RiverCentre.