The Pillar of St. Peter Claver: Rondo resident dedicates life to helping children

For nearly 70 years, St Peter Claver Catholic School has been an anchor in St. Paul's African American community. But one of the products of this neighborhood institution has been a pillar of the school as well.

Rondo woman's dedication to helping kids
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For nearly 70 years, St Peter Claver Catholic School has been an anchor in St. Paul's African American community. But one of the products of this neighborhood institution has been a pillar of the school as well. Lynn Wright has spent nearly half her life roaming these halls. As the scholar and family liaison, she is responsible for discipline. But she is also there to lend a helping hand wherever she is needed.

Protesters cited for trespassing at governor's residence in St. Paul

When Gov. Tim Walz was asked about the incident on Thursday he declined to comment on the safety and security of his family.

Winter flower show at Como Zoo and Conservatory
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The Como Zoo and Conservatory is currently hosting its winter flower show. FOX 9's Garden Guy Dale K has the details.

Alex Becker murder: Third suspect pleads guilty

The third and final suspect in the deadly shooting of a St. Paul man, who was killed just feet from his mother's home during a botched robbery attempt that turned into a murder, entered a guilty plea on Tuesday.

St. Paul superintendent Joe Gothard chosen as next Madison superintendent

Dr. Joe Gothard, the leader of St. Paul Public Schools, has been chosen to become the next superintendent of the Madison, Wisconsin school district.

Peanuts' Franklin: Unveiling the hidden history, and the evolution of a beloved character

We know the comic strips, and immediately recognize the music. We know Snoopy, the story of the great pumpkin, but until more recently no one has known much of anything about the Peanuts' character Franklin, including Minnesota Historical Society’s Program Associate Jacob Rorem.

St. Paul Police investigating potential gunshot during suspect transport

St. Paul police are investigating after a possible gunshot was heard while transporting a suspect to Ramsey County Law Enforcement Center Friday night. 

Remembering the founder of Minnesota LEMA
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The founder of Minnesota Law Enforcement Memorial Association (LEMA), Jim Crawford, is being remembered and honored after his passing on Feb. 8. FOX 9's Courtney Godfrey has more.

Concerns over wrestling tournament credentials
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On the heels of the Minnesota State wrestling tournament, online outlets that cover the sport are highlighting what they say has been a problem for years: Some of the most knowledgeable people have been denied credentials to cover the event.

Teen charged in St. Paul shooting after teen victim dies

A shooting that left a 16-year-old suffering from a gunshot wound in St. Paul has resulted in charges against a 17-year-old suspect following his death.

4-day school week could become more common in Minnesota with proposed law

A bill being discussed by the Minnesota Legislature would allow Minnesota school districts to implement a four-day school week without getting approval from the state’s Department of Education (MDE) Commissioner.

Man charged with robbing, sexually assaulting escorts in Twin Cities

Court records say 23-year-old Dalvin Crockett is a suspect in other attacks, with several of the victims being escorts. Many reported similar aspects to having their text messages deleted and similar descriptions of the suspects' clothing and firearms.

Metro Transit bus fatally hits pedestrian in St. Paul

A pedestrian was struck and killed by a Metro Transit bus driver early Wednesday morning in the Highland Park neighborhood of St. Paul. 

FOX 9 Coffee Break at Nina's Coffee Cafe
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FOX 9 was live from Nina's Coffee Cafe in St. Paul, and the local coffee shop is named after quite the character.

Minnesota State Fair memorabilia auction underway

Minnesota State Fair fans looking to own a piece of its history currently have the ability to place bids on several items tied to the Great Minnesota Get-Together

Driver in fatal I-694 crash well over legal limit, had open alcohol bottles in car: Charges

The driver accused of causing a fatal crash on Interstate 694 in Arden Hills is now facing charges after court records claim he was well over the legal limit and law enforcement found open bottles of alcohol in the car.

Minnesota legislators pay tribute to Burnsville first responders

Flags at the Minnesota Capitol flew at half-staff on President's Day as a tribute to the Burnsville first responders shot and killed in the line of duty on Feb. 18.

MN basketball coach gets national recognition
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Local Minnesota coach, Quintin Jackson, is being recognized nationally after winning Positive Coaching Alliance Regional Coach of the Year. FOX 9's Leah Beno has more.