Minnesota House Speaker Lisa Demuth on legislative priorities, bipartisanship and representation
Minnesota House Speaker Lisa Demuth discusses her role leading the chamber and her priorities for the legislative session. She also reflects on the legacy of former Speaker Melissa Hortman and what it means to be the first Black woman to serve as Speaker of the Minnesota House.
Minnesota House Speaker Lisa Demuth discusses her role leading the chamber and her priorities for the legislative session. She also reflects on the legacy of former Speaker Melissa Hortman and what it means to be the first Black woman to serve as Speaker of the Minnesota House.
ICE claims repeatedly undercut by video. Most agents still don’t have body cams.
While video evidence has become key in revealing the facts surrounding federal immigration enforcement operations and the tactics that surround them, thousands of federal agents still do not have body cameras.
While video evidence has become key in revealing the facts surrounding federal immigration enforcement operations and the tactics that surround them, thousands of federal agents still do not have body cameras.
Thousands of ICE agents still don’t have body cameras
Most ICE agents currently do not have body cameras, and video evidence from cell phones or other third-party surveillance video has played a crucial role in revealing what happened when immigration agents used force against the public.
Most ICE agents currently do not have body cameras, and video evidence from cell phones or other third-party surveillance video has played a crucial role in revealing what happened when immigration agents used force against the public.
VP Vance, Dr. Oz hold ‘war on fraud’ probe
Vice President Vance and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz hold an event on fraud while promoting their “war on fraud” agenda, saying some Medicaid funds could be withheld from Minnesota in the process.
Vice President Vance and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz hold an event on fraud while promoting their “war on fraud” agenda, saying some Medicaid funds could be withheld from Minnesota in the process.
Wild players, coach John Hynes will cherish Olympic memories
Minnesota Wild goalie Filip Gustavsson and coach John Hynes spoke after practice on Wednesday at TRIA Rink. The Wild returns from the Olympic break, traveling to Colorado Thursday night.
Minnesota Wild goalie Filip Gustavsson and coach John Hynes spoke after practice on Wednesday at TRIA Rink. The Wild returns from the Olympic break, traveling to Colorado Thursday night.
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Anti-fraud package announced by DFL lawmakers [FULL]
A “sweeping package of legislation aimed at fighting and preventing fraud” was introduced by Minnesota House DFL lawmakers on Wednesday. The proposal is said to contain a broad agenda to “hold fraudsters accountable, update critical state IT systems, deliver excellence in governance and oversight and provide a pathway to legislate differently into the future.”
A “sweeping package of legislation aimed at fighting and preventing fraud” was introduced by Minnesota House DFL lawmakers on Wednesday. The proposal is said to contain a broad agenda to “hold fraudsters accountable, update critical state IT systems, deliver excellence in governance and oversight and provide a pathway to legislate differently into the future.”
Maple Grove girls' basketball coach, hall-of-famer Mark Cook placed on leave
Maple Grove Head Girls' Basketball Coach Mark Cook is on leave from his duties as a teacher and a coach, according to a spokesperson for Osseo Area Schools, who did not provide a reason for him being placed on leave.
Maple Grove Head Girls' Basketball Coach Mark Cook is on leave from his duties as a teacher and a coach, according to a spokesperson for Osseo Area Schools, who did not provide a reason for him being placed on leave.
Feds arrest 12 people linked to 'Family Mob' in Minneapolis, remove 3.5M doses of fentanyl
Twelve members of the "Family Mob" gang are now in custody after a massive drug bust in the Twin Cities where the FBI and local authorities seized 3.5 million lethal doses of fentanyl, methamphetamine, and guns. Here's what we know about the operation.
Twelve members of the "Family Mob" gang are now in custody after a massive drug bust in the Twin Cities where the FBI and local authorities seized 3.5 million lethal doses of fentanyl, methamphetamine, and guns. Here's what we know about the operation.
FBI busts Minneapolis 'Family Mob' drug ring
Federal and local law enforcement agencies announced the arrests of 12 individuals tied to the "Family Mob" gang in Minneapolis. Officials say the group operated an open-air drug market along the East Lake Street corridor and distributed enough fentanyl for 3.5 million lethal doses.
Federal and local law enforcement agencies announced the arrests of 12 individuals tied to the "Family Mob" gang in Minneapolis. Officials say the group operated an open-air drug market along the East Lake Street corridor and distributed enough fentanyl for 3.5 million lethal doses.
Jacob Frey: Minneapolis out $200 million after Operation Metro Surge
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey testified Wednesday at the State Capitol that the city has lost more than $200 million due to Operation Metro Surge. The ICE presence in Minneapolis forced local businesses to close, residents were afraid to leave their homes for basic needs. Small businesses are losing $10-$20 million per week, and the city has spent $6 million in police overtime.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey testified Wednesday at the State Capitol that the city has lost more than $200 million due to Operation Metro Surge. The ICE presence in Minneapolis forced local businesses to close, residents were afraid to leave their homes for basic needs. Small businesses are losing $10-$20 million per week, and the city has spent $6 million in police overtime.
Feds talk investigations in federal officers in MN
U.S. Attorney Daniel Rosen discussed whether federal prosecutors have reviewed any allegations of excessive force used by federal officers in Minnesota in recent weeks.
U.S. Attorney Daniel Rosen discussed whether federal prosecutors have reviewed any allegations of excessive force used by federal officers in Minnesota in recent weeks.
Feds set to ramp up fraud prosecutions in MN
U.S. Attorney Daniel Rosen talked about ramping up fraud prosecutions in Minnesota as the Department of Justice dedicates more resources to the department.
U.S. Attorney Daniel Rosen talked about ramping up fraud prosecutions in Minnesota as the Department of Justice dedicates more resources to the department.
Jacob Frey: Minneapolis out $200 million after Operation Metro Surge
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey testified Wednesday at the State Capitol that the city has lost more than $200 million due to Operation Metro Surge. The ICE presence in Minneapolis forced local businesses to close, residents were afraid to leave their homes for basic needs. Small businesses are losing $10-$20 million per week, and the city has spent $6 million in police overtime.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey testified Wednesday at the State Capitol that the city has lost more than $200 million due to Operation Metro Surge. The ICE presence in Minneapolis forced local businesses to close, residents were afraid to leave their homes for basic needs. Small businesses are losing $10-$20 million per week, and the city has spent $6 million in police overtime.
Kaohly Her: St. Paul businesses down 60-70% due to ICE operations
St. Paul Mayor Kaohly Her testified Wednesday at the State Capitol about the city's economic impacts after Operation Metro Surge. Her says some businesses are down 60-70 percent, they can't make rent and other measures are being taken to help small and local businesses. That includes delaying liquor license payments, and delaying city loan payments.
St. Paul Mayor Kaohly Her testified Wednesday at the State Capitol about the city's economic impacts after Operation Metro Surge. Her says some businesses are down 60-70 percent, they can't make rent and other measures are being taken to help small and local businesses. That includes delaying liquor license payments, and delaying city loan payments.
Town Ball Tour 2026 lineup
The FOX 9 Town Ball Tour returns for the ninth year, kicking off on June 10. Here's this year's lineup.
The FOX 9 Town Ball Tour returns for the ninth year, kicking off on June 10. Here's this year's lineup.
Nicholas Firkus murder conviction upheld by Minnesota Supreme Court
The Minnesota Supreme Court has upheld Nicholas Firkus’s conviction for first-degree premeditated murder in the 2010 shooting death of his wife, Heidi Firkus.
The Minnesota Supreme Court has upheld Nicholas Firkus’s conviction for first-degree premeditated murder in the 2010 shooting death of his wife, Heidi Firkus.
MN weather: Warmer end to the work week
FOX 9's Keith Marler shares an update to the Minnesota weather forecast for Feb. 25, 2026.
FOX 9's Keith Marler shares an update to the Minnesota weather forecast for Feb. 25, 2026.
Ellison outlines his plan to take on Medicaid fraud in Minnesota
AG Keith Ellison is pushing for a major expansion of Minnesota's Medicaid fraud unit. New legislation would add 18 specialized staffers and close legal loopholes used by fraudsters. See his full proposal here.
AG Keith Ellison is pushing for a major expansion of Minnesota's Medicaid fraud unit. New legislation would add 18 specialized staffers and close legal loopholes used by fraudsters. See his full proposal here.
Keith Ellison's proposal to fight fraud in MN: His full plan
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison and state lawmakers are introducing a revised anti-fraud bill to crack down on Medicaid scammers.
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison and state lawmakers are introducing a revised anti-fraud bill to crack down on Medicaid scammers.
MN DNR urges fish house owners to plan for removal before end of season
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is urging anglers to plan ahead for ice house removals as deadlines approach.
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is urging anglers to plan ahead for ice house removals as deadlines approach.