Harding High School wrestler honored 20 years after sudden death
Competing in the 125-pound weight class in the early 2000s, Harding High School athlete Alex Ruiz wasn’t the biggest athlete on his wrestling team. But now, even two decades after his sudden death in a car crash, he’s still remembered for his larger-than-life personality.
Competing in the 125-pound weight class in the early 2000s, Harding High School athlete Alex Ruiz wasn’t the biggest athlete on his wrestling team. But now, even two decades after his sudden death in a car crash, he’s still remembered for his larger-than-life personality.
Honoring Harding HS athlete 20 years after his death
Alex Ruiz was a wrestler at Harding High School before he died 20 years ago suddenly in a car crash. Now loved ones gather to honor him. FOX 9's Babs Santos has the story.
Alex Ruiz was a wrestler at Harding High School before he died 20 years ago suddenly in a car crash. Now loved ones gather to honor him. FOX 9's Babs Santos has the story.
Minnesota State Fair: Power restored after hour-long outage Friday
The electricity in the air after record-breaking attendance on the first day of the Minnesota State Fair didn’t translate to electrical outlets for a little over an hour on Friday evening.
The electricity in the air after record-breaking attendance on the first day of the Minnesota State Fair didn’t translate to electrical outlets for a little over an hour on Friday evening.
Getting there: MN State Fair parking reminders
FOX 9 Morning News takes a live look at one of the Minnesota State Fair parking lots Friday morning and early-rising fairgoers pour in.
FOX 9 Morning News takes a live look at one of the Minnesota State Fair parking lots Friday morning and early-rising fairgoers pour in.
Minnesota State Fair 2024: Scenes from 1st day
The rain didn't stop the Minnesota State Fair crowds on its opening day.
The rain didn't stop the Minnesota State Fair crowds on its opening day.
Wife of Minnesota DOC commissioner charged with attempted murder of vulnerable adult son
Julie Louise Myhre-Schnell, 64, is facing a charge of premeditated first-degree attempted murder for allegedly putting anxiety medication in her son's feeding bag in hopes that he would "go to sleep forever," according to court records.
Julie Louise Myhre-Schnell, 64, is facing a charge of premeditated first-degree attempted murder for allegedly putting anxiety medication in her son's feeding bag in hopes that he would "go to sleep forever," according to court records.
St. Paul's El Burrito Mercado ready for 1st fair
The family-owned market and restaurant has been open for 45 years and after more than a decade of trying to score a spot at the Minnesota State Fair, El Burrito Mercado is getting ready to open their first food booth in the fair's International Bazaar.
The family-owned market and restaurant has been open for 45 years and after more than a decade of trying to score a spot at the Minnesota State Fair, El Burrito Mercado is getting ready to open their first food booth in the fair's International Bazaar.
Pregnant mother killed in DWI crash
A Mounds View woman is now facing charges of drunk driving after a weekend crash in Coon Rapids left a pregnant mother dead.
A Mounds View woman is now facing charges of drunk driving after a weekend crash in Coon Rapids left a pregnant mother dead.
St. Paul cornhole player is now a world champion
A 38-year-old mother of four is now a world champion after winning the Women's Singles title at the American Cornhole League's World Championships in South Carolina.
A 38-year-old mother of four is now a world champion after winning the Women's Singles title at the American Cornhole League's World Championships in South Carolina.
Woman charged in deadly Coon Rapids DWI crash that killed pregnant mother
A Mounds View woman is now facing charges of drunk driving after a weekend crash left a pregnant mother dead.
A Mounds View woman is now facing charges of drunk driving after a weekend crash left a pregnant mother dead.
Minnesota State Fair 2024: What you need to know
The Minnesota State Fair's gates are set to open Thursday at 7 a.m. and this year the fair is launching a new app to help fairgoers navigate the Great Minnesota Get Together.
The Minnesota State Fair's gates are set to open Thursday at 7 a.m. and this year the fair is launching a new app to help fairgoers navigate the Great Minnesota Get Together.
Longtime St. Paul Mayor George Latimer dies at 89
The longest running mayor in the history of St. Paul has died at the age of 89.
The longest running mayor in the history of St. Paul has died at the age of 89.
Man seriously injured after car crash, shooting in St. Paul
A man was critically injured after a car crash and being shot in St. Paul Sunday morning.
A man was critically injured after a car crash and being shot in St. Paul Sunday morning.
Woman charged in Maplewood hit-and-run that killed pedestrian, injured another
A St. Paul woman is charged with murder and assault for a fatal Maplewood hit-and-run that happened Wednesday night.
A St. Paul woman is charged with murder and assault for a fatal Maplewood hit-and-run that happened Wednesday night.
Maplewood police investigate homicide after man found shot in camper
Maplewood authorities are investigating the death of a man found shot in a camper trailer Thursday night as a homicide.
Maplewood authorities are investigating the death of a man found shot in a camper trailer Thursday night as a homicide.
Big concert weekend in Twin Cities
Music fans are gearing up for a big concert weekend in the Twin Cities with headliners like Green Day and Metallica. FOX 9's Se Kwon has more.
Music fans are gearing up for a big concert weekend in the Twin Cities with headliners like Green Day and Metallica. FOX 9's Se Kwon has more.
Woman arrested after Maplewood hit-and-run leaves pedestrian dead, another injured
One woman died, and another was injured in a suspected hit-and-run Wednesday night in Maplewood, according to authorities.
One woman died, and another was injured in a suspected hit-and-run Wednesday night in Maplewood, according to authorities.
Child armed with bat helps dad fend off Maplewood liquor store robber
A man trying to rob a liquor store in Maplewood was no match for the owner's 8-year-old daughter, a criminal complaint details.
A man trying to rob a liquor store in Maplewood was no match for the owner's 8-year-old daughter, a criminal complaint details.
Grand Avenue expansion restrictions reduced to support development
The St. Paul City Council has approved a resolution that will ease restrictions on developments along Grand Avenue in an effort to "improve development flexibility, support small businesses, and enhance neighborhood walkability."
The St. Paul City Council has approved a resolution that will ease restrictions on developments along Grand Avenue in an effort to "improve development flexibility, support small businesses, and enhance neighborhood walkability."
North Oaks estate with ties to James J. Hill on the market for nearly $3.5M
A North Oaks estate with ties to railroad tycoon James J. Hill is on the market for nearly $3.5 million.
A North Oaks estate with ties to railroad tycoon James J. Hill is on the market for nearly $3.5 million.