Karoline Leavitt: 'Iran leadership is wiped out'
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt held her weekly briefing on Wednesday and said military operations in Iran are an overwhelming success. Leadership has been wiped out, but she wouldn't offer an update on a proposed 15-point plan to bring an end to the conflict in the Middle East.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt held her weekly briefing on Wednesday and said military operations in Iran are an overwhelming success. Leadership has been wiped out, but she wouldn't offer an update on a proposed 15-point plan to bring an end to the conflict in the Middle East.
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MN House committee considers digital ad tax bill [FULL]
Minnesota lawmakers are considering a bill that would tax digital advertising and billboards, ending exemptions that currently benefit large tech and advertising companies. The bill was discussed during the Minnesota House Taxes Committee hearing.
Minnesota lawmakers are considering a bill that would tax digital advertising and billboards, ending exemptions that currently benefit large tech and advertising companies. The bill was discussed during the Minnesota House Taxes Committee hearing.
Lawmakers, community members oppose Blue Line extension
Republican lawmakers and local community leaders gathered to voice their opposition to the proposed Blue Line light rail extension. The current project aims to build a light rail train from Target Field through Brooklyn Park , cutting directly through a predominantly Black business district on West Broadway in North Minneapolis. Critics argue the increasingly expensive project will disrupt the community , eliminate essential parking , and displace hundreds of homes and minority-owned businesses.
Republican lawmakers and local community leaders gathered to voice their opposition to the proposed Blue Line light rail extension. The current project aims to build a light rail train from Target Field through Brooklyn Park , cutting directly through a predominantly Black business district on West Broadway in North Minneapolis. Critics argue the increasingly expensive project will disrupt the community , eliminate essential parking , and displace hundreds of homes and minority-owned businesses.
Minnesota Senators vote to allow minors in chambers
The Minnesota Senate on Wednesday made one of the biggest changes to its rules to help members with families manage the job. They voted to allow state senators and their staff to bring their children onto the Senate floor, something members can already do in the House, for child care and breast-feeding purposes. The bill passed in a 41-25 vote.
The Minnesota Senate on Wednesday made one of the biggest changes to its rules to help members with families manage the job. They voted to allow state senators and their staff to bring their children onto the Senate floor, something members can already do in the House, for child care and breast-feeding purposes. The bill passed in a 41-25 vote.
What is Kratom, and what are the risks?
Dr. Alta Deroo of the Hazelden Betty Ford Clinic joined FOX 9 All Day to discuss Kratom and the risks associated with this drug. There is a bill at the Minnesota Capitol to increase the age to buy Kratom to 21 years old. Some states have banned the sale of the drug altogether.
Dr. Alta Deroo of the Hazelden Betty Ford Clinic joined FOX 9 All Day to discuss Kratom and the risks associated with this drug. There is a bill at the Minnesota Capitol to increase the age to buy Kratom to 21 years old. Some states have banned the sale of the drug altogether.
Royce Lewis, Twins prepare for Opening Day at Baltimore
The 2026 Major League Baseball season is here, and the Minnesota Twins are in Baltimore for Opening Day on Thursday. FOX 9 Sports Director Jim Rich is there, and he caught up with third baseman Royce Lewis during Wednesday's workout at Camden Yards.
The 2026 Major League Baseball season is here, and the Minnesota Twins are in Baltimore for Opening Day on Thursday. FOX 9 Sports Director Jim Rich is there, and he caught up with third baseman Royce Lewis during Wednesday's workout at Camden Yards.
ICE operations: Walz creates council to document impacts on Minnesotans
Gov. Tim Walz has created a council to document the impacts of recent federal immigration operations in Minnesota and make recommendations to prevent future harm.
Gov. Tim Walz has created a council to document the impacts of recent federal immigration operations in Minnesota and make recommendations to prevent future harm.
Minnesota library expands dementia care kits
A Minnesota library system is working to make meaningful connections easier for families facing memory loss.
A Minnesota library system is working to make meaningful connections easier for families facing memory loss.
Free memory kits help Minnesota dementia caregivers
A local library system is working to make meaningful connections easier for families facing memory loss. The Dakota County Library system has expanded memory loss visit kits for diverse communities.
A local library system is working to make meaningful connections easier for families facing memory loss. The Dakota County Library system has expanded memory loss visit kits for diverse communities.
Bill targets surveillance pricing in grocery stores
Minnesota lawmakers are considering a ban on surveillance-based price and wage discrimination, which would prohibit companies from using automated systems, including AI, to set individual prices or wages based on personal data, behaviors, or biometrics.
Minnesota lawmakers are considering a ban on surveillance-based price and wage discrimination, which would prohibit companies from using automated systems, including AI, to set individual prices or wages based on personal data, behaviors, or biometrics.
MN weather: Gorgeous Wednesday; chillier Thursday
FOX 9's Keith Marler shares an update on the Minnesota weather forecast for March 25, 2026.
FOX 9's Keith Marler shares an update on the Minnesota weather forecast for March 25, 2026.
Minnesota Vikings bid to host NFL Draft in 2028
The Minnesota Vikings are vying to host the 2028 NFL Draft, saying U.S. Bank Stadium is the best stadium in the league.
The Minnesota Vikings are vying to host the 2028 NFL Draft, saying U.S. Bank Stadium is the best stadium in the league.
St. Paul set to approve $9.5M settlement in 2023 rec center shooting
The St. Paul City Council is set to approve a $9.5 million settlement with the family of a teen who was shot in the head by a city worker outside the Jimmy Lee Rec Center in 2023.
The St. Paul City Council is set to approve a $9.5 million settlement with the family of a teen who was shot in the head by a city worker outside the Jimmy Lee Rec Center in 2023.
How to watch St. Paul Saints on FOX 9+ this season
FOX 9 will broadcast 13 St. Paul Saints games this season. The first game you can watch on FOX 9+ is Friday, April 3. Here's a look at the schedule.
FOX 9 will broadcast 13 St. Paul Saints games this season. The first game you can watch on FOX 9+ is Friday, April 3. Here's a look at the schedule.
Things to do in Minnesota: 5 things to do this weekend (March 27-29)
Spring is in full swing in Minnesota, and there's plenty to do this weekend — from breakfast at the zoo to markets and more.
Spring is in full swing in Minnesota, and there's plenty to do this weekend — from breakfast at the zoo to markets and more.
Minneapolis vying to host NFL Draft in 2028
The Minnesota Vikings have launched a bid to host the NFL Draft in 2028, with the Vikings saying U.S. Bank Stadium is the best stadium in the NFL.
The Minnesota Vikings have launched a bid to host the NFL Draft in 2028, with the Vikings saying U.S. Bank Stadium is the best stadium in the NFL.
Minnesota weather: Gorgeous with filtered sunshine Wednesday
Minnesota warms into the 60s and 70s Wednesday before a cold front brings overnight rain chances and cooler temperatures Thursday.
Minnesota warms into the 60s and 70s Wednesday before a cold front brings overnight rain chances and cooler temperatures Thursday.
MN weather: A bright and warm day on Wednesday
Expect a warm Wednesday in Minnesota with widespread 60s and pocket 70s before light rain showers develop overnight. FOX 9 meteorologist Cody Matz has the forecast.
Expect a warm Wednesday in Minnesota with widespread 60s and pocket 70s before light rain showers develop overnight. FOX 9 meteorologist Cody Matz has the forecast.
MN 11-year-old launches hockey clothing company: 'Keep Chirpin''
An 11-year-old hockey fan is turning his passion for the sport into a growing business, inspiring other kids to chase their goals.
An 11-year-old hockey fan is turning his passion for the sport into a growing business, inspiring other kids to chase their goals.
11-year-old starts own hockey apparel company
An 11-year-old boy has started his own hockey apparel company called "Keep Chirpin' Hockey Co." FOX 9's Maury Glover has the story.
An 11-year-old boy has started his own hockey apparel company called "Keep Chirpin' Hockey Co." FOX 9's Maury Glover has the story.