Zumbrota brings back 1983 state flag amid debate

The City of Zumbrota is set to bring back the 1983 state flag, sparking a debate over heritage and politics.

Push to ban crypto kiosks in MN amid scam surge
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Minnesota lawmakers are pushing to ban crypto kiosks in the state as scams rise. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has more. 

Zumbrota City Council votes to hang old state flag
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The Zumbrota City Council has voted to no longer hang the new Minnesota state flag but the old one. The state flag only flies in the City Council chambers and no where else in the city. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has more. 

Feeding Our Future: 3 more guilty pleas
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Three more defendants in the Feeding Our Future fraud scheme have pleaded guilty. That brings the number of guilty pleas up to 57. FOX 9's Rob Olson has the latest. 

Annunciation student given Citizen Honor Award for protecting friend during mass shooting

The Congressional Medal of Honor Society is recognizing Annunciation student Victor Greenawalt for demonstrating "extraordinary bravery beyond his years" when he protected his friend and classmate Weston Halsne from gunfire during the Annunciation Church and School mass shooting.

Behind the book 'Becoming the Twin Cities'
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Award-winning author Drew M. Ross spoke about his book, "Becoming the Twin Cities: Swindles, Schemes and Enduring Rivalries," which examines the 19th-century history of how Minneapolis and St. Paul remained separate cities. FOX 9's Tim Blotz spoke with Ross about the conflicts that crafted the current boundaries.

MN State Sen. Quade addresses AI regulation bills
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Minnesota State Senator Erin Maye Quade spoke with FOX 9's Amy Hockert on wide range of issues, including artificial intelligence, non-disclosure agreements and self-driving vehicles coming to the state. 

MN rural hospitals face maternity care crisis
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Rural communities in Minnesota are facing a severe lack of maternity care resources as many go without any hospital-based obstetric services in their area. FOX 9's Amy Hockert spoke with Blue Earth United Health Hospital District CEO Rick Ash to learn more.  

Iran war escalates as energy concerns grow
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The conflict with Iran is nearing its fourth week, and U.S. involvement shows no indication of winding down, despite President Trump saying otherwise. Oil and gas facilities in the Gulf have been targeted by both sides recently, driving up fuel prices at home. FOX’s Rebekah Castor has more from Washington.  

Minnesota Fraud: More plea deals expected in Feeding Our Future Scandal
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More defendants in the Feeding Our Future scandal are expected to take plea deals after initially pleading not guilty. Meanwhile, Aimee Bock, who prosecutors say was the "ringleader" of the fraud scheme, has yet to be sentenced. FOX 9's Bill Keller has the latest details. 

MN weather: Much warmer on the first day of spring
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It's a warm start to spring with highs in the 60s on Friday and even warmer 70s on Saturday. FOX 9 meteorologist Cody Matz has the full forecast. 

After sister’s overdose death, Circle Pines woman says kratom bill isn’t enough

A bill would enforce more stringent regulations on kratom and a similar supplement, something a Circle Pines woman who lost her sister to an overdose said is a positive step but does not do enough.

Push for kratom to be regulated in MN
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Minnesota lawmakers are pushing to regulate kratom in the state. Kratom is advertised as a mood-elevating substance that can help with anxiety, but it is highly addictive. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has the latest.

MN leaders react to Cesar Chavez sexual abuse allegations
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Minnesota leaders and the community are taking swift action after sexual abuse allegations came out against Cesar Chavez. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim has more. 

MN lawmakers target prediction markets at State Capitol
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Some Minnesota lawmakers are working to ban prediction markets, which can include sports betting. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the full report. 

Liam Ramos and his family ordered to leave the country
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The asylum claim for Liam Ramos and his family were denied by an immigration judge, and the clock is ticking for the family's attorney to appeal. FOX 9's Rob Olson has the full report.