Trump arrives to China for meeting with Xi Jinping
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President Donald Trump arrived in Beijing on Wednesday morning ahead of a summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping. Cameras captured Trump exiting Air Force One, with hundreds of people waving flags and chanting in support of Trump's arrival.

Man, 87, found dead after Crow Wing County house fire

An 87-year-old man was found dead after a house fire Tuesday evening in Crow Wing County. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

Dr. Oz details California Medicaid fraud
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On Wednesday, Dr. Mehmet Oz joined Vice President JD Vance to outline examples of potential Medicaid fraud stemming from California, resulting in the total deferment of $1.3 billion in federal payments to the state.

$1.3 billion Medicaid reimbursements stopped
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Saying that California politicians have “not taken fraud seriously,” Vice President JD Vance announced on Wednesday that $1.3 billion in Medicaid reimbursements from the federal government have been deferred within the state, noting that “American taxpayers are being defrauded” by state programs.

KDWB DJ Dave Ryan retiring after 33 years
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KDWB DJ Dave Ryan announced he is retiring after 33 years hosting the morning show. 

Excelsior issues boil water advisory for residents after pressure issue

The City of Excelsior on Wednesday issued a boil water advisory, saying the city’s water could be contaminated due to a pressure issue.

Why are everyday items getting so expensive?
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Dr. Akshay Rao from the University of Minnesota looking into the increase in consumer goods and when there might be some relief. 

Fridley shooting: Man charged in fender-bender turned drive-by shooting

A Columbia Heights man faces multiple charges after a fender-bender sparked a drive-by shooting that left a 5-year-old searching for help from bystanders.

Maple Grove nurses authorize strike to demand better staffing, retention

Nearly 600 nurses at Maple Grove Hospital voted to authorize a strike after a year of contract talks as nurses demand better staffing, retention and workplace protection.

Waste, Fraud and Abuse in Minnesota report [FULL]
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Established in January 2025, the Minnesota House Fraud Prevention and State Agency Oversight Policy Committee reviews its Waste, Fraud and Abuse in Minnesota 2025-26 report on Wednesday as part of a final meeting held to “understand the scope and depth of fraud in public programs” in Minnesota.

Hantavirus cases continue to be monitored
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Health officials are monitoring a Minnesotan who had contact with someone aboard the cruise ship linked to the hantavirus outbreak who tested positive. Officials say the risk to the public remains low as additional passengers are being monitored.

Fraud and abuse report in Minnesota overview
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Rep. Kristin Robbins gives a brief overview of the "Waste, Fraud and Abuse in Minnesota" report designed to “understand the scope and depth of fraud in public programs” throughout Minnesota, saying in part that the, “Walz administration enabled fraud by having a culture that accepted, tolerated [fraud] and… did not hold anyone accountable.” The Minnesota House Fraud Prevention and State Agency Oversight Policy Committee was created as part of a power-sharing agreement last session and will dissolve at the end of the legislative session.

U.S. drought could increase prices
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A drought throughout the U.S. could worsen already increasing prices, as the nation currently experiences the worst drought conditions in nearly 100 years. FOX 9’s Cody Matz explains how the conditions will affect the agriculture industry, and eventually your budget.

Boat crash on Lake Vermilion leaves 1 dead, 3 injured

One person is dead and three were injured in a boating crash on Lake Vermilion in northern Minnesota Tuesday evening.

Large fire breaks out in downtown Sauk Centre apartments

A late-night fire damaged several apartments and businesses in downtown Sauk Centre, drawing a large emergency response but leaving no one hurt earlier this week.

Sauk Centre fire: Flames shoot from apartment
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Dashcam video from Sauk Centre police shows flames shooting from an apartment on Main Street in Sauk Centre during a Monday fire.

MN weather: A sunny and gorgeous Wednesday
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Expect a beautiful day on Wednesday with plenty of sunshine and widespread highs in the 70s. FOX 9 meteorologist Cody Matz has the forecast.