May Day march: Hundreds call for immigrant worker protections at annual rally

May Day march: Hundreds call for immigrant worker protections at annual rally

The 20th annual May Day march brought hundreds to the streets of Minneapolis, with calls for justice, equality and protections for immigrant workers.

The 20th annual May Day march brought hundreds to the streets of Minneapolis, with calls for justice, equality and protections for immigrant workers.

May Day rally in Minneapolis
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May Day rally in Minneapolis

The 20th annual May Day march brought hundreds to the streets of Minneapolis, with calls for justice, equality and protections for immigrant workers. FOX 9’s Leon Purvis spoke with those in attendance about what the event means to them.

The 20th annual May Day march brought hundreds to the streets of Minneapolis, with calls for justice, equality and protections for immigrant workers. FOX 9’s Leon Purvis spoke with those in attendance about what the event means to them.

Minnesota's first social district faces enforcement debate

Minnesota's first social district faces enforcement debate

Anoka’s social district is heading into its fourth year, but questions remain about how rules are enforced and what it means for local businesses.

Anoka’s social district is heading into its fourth year, but questions remain about how rules are enforced and what it means for local businesses.

Social district rules under microscope
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Social district rules under microscope

The first community in Minnesota to create a social district – allowing people to drink freely outdoors – is still sifting through ways to ensure safety, while keeping the drinks flowing. FOX 9’s Maury Glover has the details.

The first community in Minnesota to create a social district – allowing people to drink freely outdoors – is still sifting through ways to ensure safety, while keeping the drinks flowing. FOX 9’s Maury Glover has the details.

Unscripted: Minnesota Roller Derby
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Unscripted: Minnesota Roller Derby

Dawn Mitchell is joined by “Russet” and “Chip” of the Minnesota Roller Derby to discuss the sport in the Twin Cities and the Have a Nice Day 2026 Tournament ahead in June.

Dawn Mitchell is joined by “Russet” and “Chip” of the Minnesota Roller Derby to discuss the sport in the Twin Cities and the Have a Nice Day 2026 Tournament ahead in June.

Minnesota unemployment stabilizes at 4.5% after Operation Metro Surge

Minnesota unemployment stabilizes at 4.5% after Operation Metro Surge

Minnesota’s unemployment rate stayed at 4.5% in March while the national rate dipped to 4.3%, as officials say the labor market is stabilizing, but recovery challenges still remain.

Minnesota’s unemployment rate stayed at 4.5% in March while the national rate dipped to 4.3%, as officials say the labor market is stabilizing, but recovery challenges still remain.

U.S. national debt reaches historic milestone
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U.S. national debt reaches historic milestone

The U.S. national debt has hit an all-time high, and for the first time since WWII the number has surpassed the size of the economy – just as the war with Iran continues to cost taxpayers an estimated $25 billion so far.

The U.S. national debt has hit an all-time high, and for the first time since WWII the number has surpassed the size of the economy – just as the war with Iran continues to cost taxpayers an estimated $25 billion so far.

Anoka Co. set to use AI for non-emergency calls
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Anoka Co. set to use AI for non-emergency calls

Anoka County officials say they will implement a new AI technology to field non-emergency calls to dispatch. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has more.

Anoka County officials say they will implement a new AI technology to field non-emergency calls to dispatch. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has more.

3 MN lawmakers face ethics committee, all 3 dismissed
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3 MN lawmakers face ethics committee, all 3 dismissed

Three Minnesota lawmakers faced the ethics committee and all three were dismissed. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the latest.  

Three Minnesota lawmakers faced the ethics committee and all three were dismissed. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the latest.  

Watch: Manager at pizza restaurant trips, spills large pot of sauce

Watch: Manager at pizza restaurant trips, spills large pot of sauce

A restaurant mishap is going viral after a manager spilled a massive pot of sauce – sparking comparisons to an iconic TV comedy moment.

A restaurant mishap is going viral after a manager spilled a massive pot of sauce – sparking comparisons to an iconic TV comedy moment.

Anoka County AI: Officials explain new program for receiving non-emergency calls

Anoka County AI: Officials explain new program for receiving non-emergency calls

Anoka plans to launch an AI dispatcher to handle all non-emergency calls, starting in mid-May. Officials with the county explained to FOX 9 how it will work.

Anoka plans to launch an AI dispatcher to handle all non-emergency calls, starting in mid-May. Officials with the county explained to FOX 9 how it will work.

Zaria McKeever killing: Mother of man who ordered attack sentenced

Zaria McKeever killing: Mother of man who ordered attack sentenced

The mother of the man who was sentenced to life in prison for ordering the death of 23-year-old Zaria McKeever received her own sentence after pleading guilty to aiding her son by lying to police.

The mother of the man who was sentenced to life in prison for ordering the death of 23-year-old Zaria McKeever received her own sentence after pleading guilty to aiding her son by lying to police.

HCMC workers rally to save hospital
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HCMC workers rally to save hospital

Hennepin Healthcare workers rallied to call for full funding to save the hospital. 

Hennepin Healthcare workers rallied to call for full funding to save the hospital. 

Flags ordered half-staff for Minnesota WWII vet whose remains have been returned

Flags ordered half-staff for Minnesota WWII vet whose remains have been returned

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has ordered flags at half-staff for a World War II veteran whose remains have been returned to his home state after more than 80 years.

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has ordered flags at half-staff for a World War II veteran whose remains have been returned to his home state after more than 80 years.

GOP Rep. Hudson faces Ethics Committee [FULL]
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GOP Rep. Hudson faces Ethics Committee [FULL]

GOP Rep. Walter Hudson is one of the three lawmakers facing the House Ethics Committee on Friday. Rep. Engen (R-Lino Lakes) got a DWI, and Rep. Hudson (R-Albertville) was in the car and armed. Both Republicans are accused of leaving a committee meeting to go drinking, then coming back for a floor session.

GOP Rep. Walter Hudson is one of the three lawmakers facing the House Ethics Committee on Friday. Rep. Engen (R-Lino Lakes) got a DWI, and Rep. Hudson (R-Albertville) was in the car and armed. Both Republicans are accused of leaving a committee meeting to go drinking, then coming back for a floor session.

GOP Rep. Elliott Engen faces Ethics Committee [RAW]
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GOP Rep. Elliott Engen faces Ethics Committee [RAW]

GOP Rep. Elliott Engen is one of the three lawmakers facing the House Ethics Committee on Friday. Rep. Engen (R-Lino Lakes) got a DWI, and Rep. Walter Hudson (R-Albertville) was in the car and armed. Both Republicans are accused of leaving a committee meeting to go drinking, then coming back for a floor session.

GOP Rep. Elliott Engen is one of the three lawmakers facing the House Ethics Committee on Friday. Rep. Engen (R-Lino Lakes) got a DWI, and Rep. Walter Hudson (R-Albertville) was in the car and armed. Both Republicans are accused of leaving a committee meeting to go drinking, then coming back for a floor session.