Potomac River sewage spill: ‘Poop smell’ worries White House
A sewage leak that has dumped hundreds of millions of gallons of wastewater into the Potomac River has White House officials that the river could still “smell like poop” this summer as officials look to host an America 250 party commemorating the nation’s founding. On Wednesday, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt explains the current federal efforts to clean up the mess.
A sewage leak that has dumped hundreds of millions of gallons of wastewater into the Potomac River has White House officials that the river could still “smell like poop” this summer as officials look to host an America 250 party commemorating the nation’s founding. On Wednesday, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt explains the current federal efforts to clean up the mess.
Minnesota BWCA mining ban latest
Ahead of a vote to potentially erase a 20-year ban on mining operations in northern Minnesota, Save the Boundary Waters held a press conference outside the Minnesota capitol on Wednesday featuring Senator Tina Smith and other stakeholders to discuss the resolution that “will allow the Trump Administration to fast-track a foreign-owned sulfide-ore copper mining project that has been proven to be a raw deal for Minnesotans and Americans.”
Ahead of a vote to potentially erase a 20-year ban on mining operations in northern Minnesota, Save the Boundary Waters held a press conference outside the Minnesota capitol on Wednesday featuring Senator Tina Smith and other stakeholders to discuss the resolution that “will allow the Trump Administration to fast-track a foreign-owned sulfide-ore copper mining project that has been proven to be a raw deal for Minnesotans and Americans.”
MN weather: Noon winter storm update
FOX 9 Meteorologist Keith Marler has the latest on Wednesday's winter storm and how much snow has fallen across the region.
FOX 9 Meteorologist Keith Marler has the latest on Wednesday's winter storm and how much snow has fallen across the region.
White House predicts ‘record successful economy’
On Wednesday, White House officials said the January jobs report “shattered expectations” while predicting that the U.S. economy would see a “record successful” year in 2026, in turning promoting Trump’s use of tariffs and “pro-growth” agenda as the cause.
On Wednesday, White House officials said the January jobs report “shattered expectations” while predicting that the U.S. economy would see a “record successful” year in 2026, in turning promoting Trump’s use of tariffs and “pro-growth” agenda as the cause.
MN weather: Winter storm blasting northern MInnesota
A winter storm is hitting the northern third of Minnesota hard, with snow piling up and high winds creating blizzard conditions. FOX 9 Meteorologist Keith Marler has the latest.
A winter storm is hitting the northern third of Minnesota hard, with snow piling up and high winds creating blizzard conditions. FOX 9 Meteorologist Keith Marler has the latest.
Hair and wig salon empowers young girls, helps children in need
One Twin Cities woman has opened a hair saloon not only to pursue her own dream, but to inspire others by teaching them what she knows.
One Twin Cities woman has opened a hair saloon not only to pursue her own dream, but to inspire others by teaching them what she knows.
Maplewood salon hopes to inspire young girls
One Twin Cities woman has opened a hair saloon not only to pursue her own dream, but to inspire others by teaching them what she knows. FOX 9’s Chenue Her has the ‘Signature’ story.
One Twin Cities woman has opened a hair saloon not only to pursue her own dream, but to inspire others by teaching them what she knows. FOX 9’s Chenue Her has the ‘Signature’ story.
HCAO demands feds turn over evidence in Alex Pretti, north Minneapolis shootings
The Hennepin County Attorney’s Office on Wednesday said it has filed two Touhy demands for evidence held by the federal government in the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti, and the shooting of Julio Cesar Sosa-Celiz in north Minneapolis.
The Hennepin County Attorney’s Office on Wednesday said it has filed two Touhy demands for evidence held by the federal government in the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti, and the shooting of Julio Cesar Sosa-Celiz in north Minneapolis.
HCAO demands evidence in Alex Pretti, north Minneapolis shootings
The Hennepin County Attorney’s Office on Wednesday said it has filed two Touhy demands for evidence held by the federal government in the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti, and the shooting of Julio Cesar Sosa-Celiz in north Minneapolis. So far, Mary Moriarty says her office has gotten no cooperation from federal authorities.
The Hennepin County Attorney’s Office on Wednesday said it has filed two Touhy demands for evidence held by the federal government in the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti, and the shooting of Julio Cesar Sosa-Celiz in north Minneapolis. So far, Mary Moriarty says her office has gotten no cooperation from federal authorities.
Minnesota’s BWCA mining ban could soon come to an end
A federal ban on mining in the Minnesota Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCA) expected to protect the lands for 20 years could soon be revoked.
A federal ban on mining in the Minnesota Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCA) expected to protect the lands for 20 years could soon be revoked.
Burnsville honoring first responders 2 years after fatal shooting
Feb. 18 marks two years since three first responders were fatally shot and kiled in the line of duty in Burnsville. Police officers Paul Elmstrand, Matthew Urge and firefighter-paramedic Adam Finseth were killed while responding to a 911 call reporting child sex abuse at a home. They will be honored across Burnsville on Wednesday.
Feb. 18 marks two years since three first responders were fatally shot and kiled in the line of duty in Burnsville. Police officers Paul Elmstrand, Matthew Urge and firefighter-paramedic Adam Finseth were killed while responding to a 911 call reporting child sex abuse at a home. They will be honored across Burnsville on Wednesday.
Red flag warning issued for parts of southwestern MN amid extreme fire risk
The National Weather Service has issued a red flag warning for parts of southwest Minnesota due to extreme fire risk conditions on Wednesday.
The National Weather Service has issued a red flag warning for parts of southwest Minnesota due to extreme fire risk conditions on Wednesday.
Blizzard conditions in northern MN: The latest
More than a foot of snow has fallen across portions of northern Minnesota by Wednesday morning. A blizzard warning is in effect along Lake Superior, with snow expected to continue into Thursday morning across the northern part of the state.
More than a foot of snow has fallen across portions of northern Minnesota by Wednesday morning. A blizzard warning is in effect along Lake Superior, with snow expected to continue into Thursday morning across the northern part of the state.
Blizzard conditions in Minnesota
These videos captured by FOX Weather show blizzard-like conditions in Two Harbors, Minnesota, on Feb. 18, 2026.
These videos captured by FOX Weather show blizzard-like conditions in Two Harbors, Minnesota, on Feb. 18, 2026.
Minnesota weather: Winter weather advisory for Twin Cities as rain changes to slushy mix Wednesday
A winter storm is bringing rain and a messy wintry mix to the Twin Cities metro on Wednesday while producing heavy snowfall and blizzard conditions for northern Minnesota. The Twin Cities metro is under a winter weather advisory.
A winter storm is bringing rain and a messy wintry mix to the Twin Cities metro on Wednesday while producing heavy snowfall and blizzard conditions for northern Minnesota. The Twin Cities metro is under a winter weather advisory.
Heavy snow in Two Harbors, Minnesota, amid blizzard warning
More than a foot of snow has fallen in Two Harbors, Minnesota, which is under a blizzard warning on Wednesday amid heavy snow in the area.
More than a foot of snow has fallen in Two Harbors, Minnesota, which is under a blizzard warning on Wednesday amid heavy snow in the area.
MN weather: Snow in northern MN, wintry mix in metro
Rain in the metro transitions to a slushy wintry mix as temperatures fall into the mid-30s. Meanwhile, widespread snowfall will continue across most of northern Minnesota, with a winter storm and blizzard warning in effect. FOX 9 meteorologist Keith Marler has the forecast.
Rain in the metro transitions to a slushy wintry mix as temperatures fall into the mid-30s. Meanwhile, widespread snowfall will continue across most of northern Minnesota, with a winter storm and blizzard warning in effect. FOX 9 meteorologist Keith Marler has the forecast.
Blizzard conditions at Silver Bay Marina in MN
A blizzard warning is in effect in northern Minnesota on Wednesday, and blizzard conditions were apparent at Silver Bay Marina in Silver Bay, Minnesota. Credit: Duluth Harbor Cam
A blizzard warning is in effect in northern Minnesota on Wednesday, and blizzard conditions were apparent at Silver Bay Marina in Silver Bay, Minnesota. Credit: Duluth Harbor Cam
ICE racial profiling lawsuit hearing in MN: What to expect
The ACLU is suing the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, claiming ICE agents are using racial profiling in Minnesota.
The ACLU is suing the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, claiming ICE agents are using racial profiling in Minnesota.
Minnesota weather: Winter storm leads to snow-covered roads
Roads in northern Minnesota are partially or completely covered in snow amid a winter storm that's bringing heavy snow and blizzard conditions to the area. Here are the latest traffic conditions.
Roads in northern Minnesota are partially or completely covered in snow amid a winter storm that's bringing heavy snow and blizzard conditions to the area. Here are the latest traffic conditions.