Part of I-94 and stretch of I-494 closing this weekend in Twin Cities
Drivers may want to plan ahead this weekend as road closures are in place for two major highways.
MN girl hit by lightning during Florida vacation back home after a year
One mother’s trip to celebrate her daughter’s birthday turned tragic last year after the daughter was struck by lightning. FOX 9 follows her journey back home Minnesota.
New Brighton man gets prison sentence after fatal road rage shooting
A New Brighton man was sentenced to 13.5 years in prison on Thursday for his role in a deadly roadside confrontation along Minneapolis’ West River Parkway.
DFL proposes new Office of Inspector General, GOP claims 'publicity stunt'
A DFL lawmaker hopes to establish a Minnesota Office of Inspector General (OIG) during the next legislative session, but a GOP critic says the move is a "publicity stunt" after a similar proposal earlier this year.
Minnesota seeing budget surpluses now, but fiscal cliff looms
Minnesota is in good financial shape today. But it won’t be long before that could change drastically.
Warming spaces open in Twin Cities amid extreme cold: list
Amid the extreme cold in Minnesota, there are spaces open for people who are looking for a place to keep warm.
Office space lottery could boost struggling downtown St. Paul
St. Paul is holding a lottery to give away six months of free office space and parking in downtown in the hopes that once people come back to the area – they will stay there.
St. Paul parks permit lottery open, spots for 2025 drawn in January
Those looking for a coveted St. Paul park event dates or locations next year can now try their chance at the 2025 permit lottery system.
Small Business Saturday on Grand Ave in St. Paul
Small Business Saturday is a day to support your local businesses. As some may say, they’re the backbone of the community.
McGovern's Pub caught fire from downed power lines
The popular Patrick McGovern's Pub caught fire after a car crashed into multiple power lines, causing them to fall into the building and start a fire. FOX 9's Babs Santos has the latest.
Patrick McGovern's Pub in St. Paul catches fire from downed power lines after crash
An iconic St. Paul bar and restaurant is severely damaged after downed power lines started a fire in the building's turret.



















