ICE enforcement, fraud among big topics to start 2026 legislative session
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The 2026 Minnesota legislative session starts Tuesday at the State Capitol, and two big topics likely to drum up a lot of discussion are ICE enforcement and ongoing fraud in the state. FOX 9's Tim Blotz has more.

Pablo Lopez leaves Day 1 of Spring Training with elbow injury
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The Minnesota Twins held their first full-team workout at Spring Training on Monday in Fort Myers, Fla. Pitching staff ace Pablo Lopez left the session during live batting practice due to elbow soreness. He'll have an MRI on Tuesday.

Doctors’ concerns this political session
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As Minnesota lawmakers head back to the Capitol, doctors are eager to discuss key health-related priorities such as gun safety, vaccinations and healthcare. FOX 9’s Corin Hoggard outlines their concerns on the eve of the opening night of the legislative session.

Minnesota doctors urge action on gun safety and Medicaid

As Minnesota lawmakers head back to the Capitol, doctors are eager to discuss key health-related priorities such as gun safety, vaccinations and healthcare.

Apostle Island Ice Caves open for first time since 2015
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The Apostle Island Ice Caves in Wisconsin were the place to be on President's Day. For the first time since 2015, the ice caves were open to the public.

‘Residential protesting’ could be a crime in Minnesota under new GOP proposal

A bill that’s backed by a coalition of GOP lawmakers set to be proposed at the start of the upcoming session would make “residential protesting" punishable under Minnesota law.

David Schultz writes article on history of fraud in Minnesota
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Hamline University political science professor and analyst David Schultz joined FOX 9's All Day on Monday to talk about the history of fraud in Minnesota.

Eagle spotted on Minnesota DNR web cam
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Nothing says President's Day more than an eagle being spotted on the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources web cam.

Deep dive into 'paid protester' discourse after ICE shootings
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There has been plenty of discussion about paid protesters as the ICE presence in Minnesota since December has prompted daily rallies. FOX 9's Symone Woolridge spoke with Deepa Das Acevedo from Emory Law School about the subject.

Hell's Kitchen hosts 'Hotcakes for a Helluva Cause' benefit
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Hotcakes for a Helluva Cause was held Monday at Hell's Kitchen in downtown Minneapolis, a benefit for Mercado Central, which supports the East Lake Street corridor in Minneapolis. FOX 9's Lauren Andrego was there.

Combatting fraud among top GOP priorities for 2026 legislative session

The Minnesota Legislature will open its 2026 session at the State Capitol on Tuesday. Monday afternoon, state Republicans laid out their priorities and goals for the upcoming session.

Minnesota GOP previews 2026 legislative session
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House Speaker Lisa Demuth and other Minnesota Republicans spoke with reporters on Monday to lay out the 2026 legislative session, which starts Tuesday at the State Capitol. Their top priorities are combating fraud, making Minnesota more affordable, education and lowering health care costs.

DFL lawmakers outline bills to respond to ICE
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Minnesota DFL lawmakers and the ACLU of Minnesota are calling for accountability following "Operation Metro Surge."

DHS shutdown: TSA and FEMA face major disruptions
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A deadlock in Washington is once again disrupting federal operations with no clear timeline for a resolution. The latest government shutdown centers on Department of Homeland Security funding, as Democrats and Republicans blame each other for failing to reach a deal.

Alex Pretti shooting: Minnesota BCA says FBI officially denied them access to evidence in case

The Minnesota BCA has announced the FBI has officially informed the agency it will not allow the state access to evidence in the shooting of Alex Pretti at the hands of federal agents in Minneapolis last month.

MN weather: Mild President's Day, storm coming Wednesday?
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FOX 9 Meteorologist Cody Matz has your President's Day forecast. We remain mild to start the week before our next system arrives on Wednesday, bringing rain and snow to MInnesota.

Tom Pohlad at Twins Spring Training: 'We've got to believe in what we're doing'
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The Minnesota Twins are held their first full-squad workout of Spring Training on Monday in Fort Myers, Fla. FOX 9 Sports Director Jim Rich is there, and caught up with new owner Tom Pohlad, who is setting expectations high for the 2026 season.

130-year-old Holdingford Mill destroyed in overnight fire

A massive fire burned through a historic mill in the City of Holdingford in Stearns County overnight.

Major fire burns at 100-year-old mill
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Fire crews in Stearns County were battling a massive fire at the Holdingford Mill.