How the drought impacted Christmas tree farms in Minnesota, western Wisconsin
Overall, this season's Christmas trees are in good shape, but you might need to give it some extra water because of the drought earlier in the year.
Overall, this season's Christmas trees are in good shape, but you might need to give it some extra water because of the drought earlier in the year.
51-year-old woman dies in Highway 61 crash in Cottage Grove, Minn.
A 51-year-old woman was killed in a crash on Highway 61 in Cottage Grove Thursday night, according to Minnesota State Patrol.
A 51-year-old woman was killed in a crash on Highway 61 in Cottage Grove Thursday night, according to Minnesota State Patrol.
Dogs help Minnesota hunters track down shot deer
After taking their shot, sometimes it's difficult for hunters to track down their deer. But now a group of dog owners in Minnesota is providing an in-demand service.
After taking their shot, sometimes it's difficult for hunters to track down their deer. But now a group of dog owners in Minnesota is providing an in-demand service.
Stillwater teen identified as 'Jane Doe' found dead in Texas in 1980
After more than four decades, investigators in Texas have been able to match the remains of an unknown girl found dead in Texas in 1980 to a missing girl from Stillwater, Minnesota.
After more than four decades, investigators in Texas have been able to match the remains of an unknown girl found dead in Texas in 1980 to a missing girl from Stillwater, Minnesota.
Derek Chauvin and ex-wife plead not guilty to financial fraud charges
Derek Chauvin and his ex-wife made virtual court appearances Friday afternoon in Washington County, pleading not guilty to financial fraud charges.
Derek Chauvin and his ex-wife made virtual court appearances Friday afternoon in Washington County, pleading not guilty to financial fraud charges.
Man charged in Woodbury grad party shooting wants some charges dropped
The man charged in a deadly drive-by shooting outside a high school graduation party in Woodbury is now asking for some of the charges against him to be dropped.
The man charged in a deadly drive-by shooting outside a high school graduation party in Woodbury is now asking for some of the charges against him to be dropped.
Gov. Tim Walz visits new Stillwater COVID-19 rapid testing site
Minnesota Gov. Walz visited the new Stillwater COVID-19 rapid testing site Thursday. State-run locations are opening in Crookston, Hutchinson and Stillwater this week. More sites will open next week in Inver Grove Heights, Wadena, Hibbing and Albert Lea.
Minnesota Gov. Walz visited the new Stillwater COVID-19 rapid testing site Thursday. State-run locations are opening in Crookston, Hutchinson and Stillwater this week. More sites will open next week in Inver Grove Heights, Wadena, Hibbing and Albert Lea.
Grants at University of St. Thomas make higher education more attainable
The University of St. Thomas' School of Engineering is taking steps to make higher education more attainable. The school is on the receiving end of a nearly $1.5 million grant from the National Science Foundation.
The University of St. Thomas' School of Engineering is taking steps to make higher education more attainable. The school is on the receiving end of a nearly $1.5 million grant from the National Science Foundation.
Afton man faces charges for using yard as airfield
A man is facing charges for using his yard as an airfield in Afton, Minnesota.
A man is facing charges for using his yard as an airfield in Afton, Minnesota.
Good Samaritans save dogs from house fire in Cottage Grove
A school resource officer and a police officer saved two dogs from a house fire Wednesday morning in Cottage Grove, Minnesota.
A school resource officer and a police officer saved two dogs from a house fire Wednesday morning in Cottage Grove, Minnesota.
Oakdale man in custody after firing at police from apartment near Tartan HS
An Oakdale, Minnesota man is in custody after firing a gun toward officers during an incident Monday afternoon.
An Oakdale, Minnesota man is in custody after firing a gun toward officers during an incident Monday afternoon.
Stillwater School District informs parents of canceled bus routes days before school starts
On Friday, some parents in the Stillwater School District received an email saying because of bus driver shortages, the district will not be able to offer transportation for nearly a quarter of their scheduled routes, impacting 3,950 students for the foreseeable future.
On Friday, some parents in the Stillwater School District received an email saying because of bus driver shortages, the district will not be able to offer transportation for nearly a quarter of their scheduled routes, impacting 3,950 students for the foreseeable future.
Neighbors protest proposed housing development by Cottage Grove nature preserve
Neighbors in Cottage Grove are raising concerns over the environmental implications of building homes on what is now 180 acres of mostly untouched landscape.
Neighbors in Cottage Grove are raising concerns over the environmental implications of building homes on what is now 180 acres of mostly untouched landscape.
Neighbors protest proposed housing development by Cottage Grove nature preserve
Neighbors in Cottage Grove are raising concerns over the environmental implications of building homes on what is now 180 acres of mostly untouched landscape.
Neighbors in Cottage Grove are raising concerns over the environmental implications of building homes on what is now 180 acres of mostly untouched landscape.
Police: 2 men arrested after attempted catalytic converter theft in Woodbury
Two men were arrested overnight in Woodbury, Minnesota after the attempted theft of a catalytic converter.
Two men were arrested overnight in Woodbury, Minnesota after the attempted theft of a catalytic converter.
Man dies after being pulled from White Bear Lake on Friday
A man reported missing on White Bear Lake on Friday has died after being pulled from the water.
A man reported missing on White Bear Lake on Friday has died after being pulled from the water.
Police: 3 teens arrested in Woodbury vehicle thefts, more suspects likely involved
Three teenagers were arrested in Woodbury Saturday in connection with a rash of vehicle thefts in recent weeks, although police believe more suspects are involved.
Three teenagers were arrested in Woodbury Saturday in connection with a rash of vehicle thefts in recent weeks, although police believe more suspects are involved.
Metro Transit only operating 3 Minnesota State Fair express bus routes this year
Metro Transit announced this week it will be scaling back its express bus service to the Minnesota State Fair this year due to a shortage of drivers.
Metro Transit announced this week it will be scaling back its express bus service to the Minnesota State Fair this year due to a shortage of drivers.
Tee It Up for the Troops plans brand new tournament
"Tee It Up for the Troops" is raising money to support veterans with a brand new event, The Lake Elmo Military Charity Golf Tournament. Executive director Tim Wegscheid joined FOX 9 to preview the tournament and explain how you can get involved.
"Tee It Up for the Troops" is raising money to support veterans with a brand new event, The Lake Elmo Military Charity Golf Tournament. Executive director Tim Wegscheid joined FOX 9 to preview the tournament and explain how you can get involved.
Man struck by lightning at Vali-Hi Drive-In in Lake Elmo during Thursday storms
A man was reportedly struck by lightning Thursday night at the Vali-Hi Drive-In theater in Lake Elmo.
A man was reportedly struck by lightning Thursday night at the Vali-Hi Drive-In theater in Lake Elmo.


















