Lake Nokomis beaches under a blue-green algae advisory

Elevated levels of cyanobacteria, also known as blue-green algae, are prompting health advisories for both beaches at Lake Nokomis.

Minneapolis council questions $23M cuts in mayor's budget proposal

Minneapolis city council leadership expressed concerns about the impact of millions of dollars in cuts coming under a budget proposal from Mayor Jacob Frey.

Bemidji teacher charged with possessing, distributing child pornography

The teacher reportedly told investigators he was part of a Kik group called "Teachers for Students," and that pornography was shared in the group, charging documents allege.

Pres. Trump comments on Minneapolis riots, criticizes Walz again
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President Donald Trump touted calling in the National Guard to Minneapolis during the 2020 unrest following George Floyd's murder, saying the city would have burned down if it weren't for his actions. He also criticized Gov. Tim Walz. However, Walz called up the National Guard during the riots.

Hiawatha Golf Course redesign public input sought by MPRB officials

After years of debating the project, Minneapolis officials are offering details on the redesign of the historic Hiawatha Golf Course and surrounding parkland in south Minneapolis.

MPD officers lose post-shift earning power in budget proposals

Minneapolis police seem likely to lose some earning power as the mayor and city council set about trimming the city budget.

Mayor Frey's budget proposal could impact Minneapolis police
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A proposed 2026 budget for the City of Minneapolis would end "double-time" overtime pay for the city's police in an effort to trim expenses, and keep property taxes lowered, going forward.

WATCH: Mom released from ICE custody during live broadcast
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A young mother, who has been detained in ICE custody for nearly a month despite having no criminal record, was released from custody. FOX 9's Paul Blume was there the moment she was freed.

Plymouth man embezzled more than $1 million over 14 years: Charges

Federal charges have been filed against a man from Plymouth who is accused of embezzling more than $1 million from a Minneapolis real estate company he used to work for.

More than 120 car windows broken in overnight spree in Minneapolis

Police responded to at least 125 reports of broken car windows overnight in Minneapolis from Aug. 11 to Aug. 12. No arrests have been made.

Mayor Frey presents 2026 Minneapolis budget [FULL]
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Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey presents his proposed 2026 budget that would eliminate double-pay overtime for city cops, while also increasing a property tax levy of 7.8% on property owners.

Minneapolis budget: Police double-time pay eliminated, 7.8% tax increase expected

Double-pay overtime for Minneapolis cops could be cut as part of the city's budget moving forward that would also propose a property tax levy increase of 7.8% to property owners.

Minneapolis 2026 budget: What to expect
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Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey is set to share his vision for the city?s 2026 budget during the annual address Wednesday morning, including ending double overtime pay for police officers. FOX 9?s Se Kwon has more on the story.

Moriarty seeks to free man convicted in 1998 murder
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Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty and the Great North Innocence Project are fighting to free Bryan Hooper Sr. after they say he was wrongfully convicted in a shocking 1998 Minneapolis murder that a woman has now confessed to committing.

Hennepin County Attorney seeks to vacate conviction in disturbing 1998 murder case

The Hennepin County Attorney's Office is joining the effort to vacate Bryan Hooper's 1998 murder conviction after attorneys say a woman has confessed to the crime.

Things to do in Minnesota: 6 things to do this weekend (Aug. 15-17)

While we await the Minnesota State Fair, there is a lot going on this weekend in Minnesota, ranging from the Renaissance Festival to the Twins and Lynx in action.

Minneapolis teen charged as an adult in two deadly shootings

A teen accused in two separate deadly shootings in 2024 in Minneapolis is now facing murder charges as an adult.