MN bill would allow nursing home happy hours
A bill at the Minnesota Legislature would allow nursing homes and assisted living facilities to host happy hours without a liquor license. Anita LeBrun, who testified in favor of the bill, said she and her friends love happy hour, but don't want to risk slipping on the ice to buy a box of wine. Sen. John Hoffman, DFL-Champlin, is sponsoring the bill.
A bill at the Minnesota Legislature would allow nursing homes and assisted living facilities to host happy hours without a liquor license. Anita LeBrun, who testified in favor of the bill, said she and her friends love happy hour, but don't want to risk slipping on the ice to buy a box of wine. Sen. John Hoffman, DFL-Champlin, is sponsoring the bill.
MN bill would allow nursing home happy hours
“My friends and I love happy hour," Anita LeBrun, a Champlin resident, said, adding that if assisted living facilities in Minnesota were allowed to host happy hours, it would mean she doesn't have to go out and slip on the ice to "get our box of wine." The bill at the Minnesota Legislature would authorize nursing homes and assisted living facilities to host happy hours without a liquor license. The bill is sponsored by Sen. John Hoffman, a Democrat.
“My friends and I love happy hour," Anita LeBrun, a Champlin resident, said, adding that if assisted living facilities in Minnesota were allowed to host happy hours, it would mean she doesn't have to go out and slip on the ice to "get our box of wine." The bill at the Minnesota Legislature would authorize nursing homes and assisted living facilities to host happy hours without a liquor license. The bill is sponsored by Sen. John Hoffman, a Democrat.
MN weather: Wednesday forecast update
FOX 9's Keith Marler shares an update to the Minnesota weather forecast for March 11, 2026.
FOX 9's Keith Marler shares an update to the Minnesota weather forecast for March 11, 2026.
Man accused in Eagan hit-and-run claimed 'thing' jumped out in front of him: charges
The man now facing charges in a deadly hit-and-run crash in Eagan, which claimed the life of a 40-year-old woman, has three previous convictions for driving while intoxicated, court records show.
The man now facing charges in a deadly hit-and-run crash in Eagan, which claimed the life of a 40-year-old woman, has three previous convictions for driving while intoxicated, court records show.
Minnesota snow totals from March 10-11
Some areas of Minnesota and Wisconsin picked up several inches of snow, while accumulations were lighter in the Twin Cities metro. Here's a look at snow totals.
Some areas of Minnesota and Wisconsin picked up several inches of snow, while accumulations were lighter in the Twin Cities metro. Here's a look at snow totals.
Minnesota weather: Morning snowflakes give way to bright, seasonable Wednesday
Early snow in the Twin Cities clears out for a bright and seasonable Wednesday afternoon with highs near 40.
Early snow in the Twin Cities clears out for a bright and seasonable Wednesday afternoon with highs near 40.
MN weather: Morning flakes clear for brighter Wednesday
Morning snowflakes wrap up, giving way to a brighter afternoon with highs in the upper 30s. FOX 9 meteorologist Cody Matz has the forecast.
Morning snowflakes wrap up, giving way to a brighter afternoon with highs in the upper 30s. FOX 9 meteorologist Cody Matz has the forecast.
Minnesota snow causing slick spots on roads
Winter weather is back, with flakes falling across the area Tuesday night and early Wednesday. Snow has led to slush on the roads in the Twin Cities metro, which is creating slick spots on roadways – especially on bridges and overpasses, as well as side streets and parking lots.
Winter weather is back, with flakes falling across the area Tuesday night and early Wednesday. Snow has led to slush on the roads in the Twin Cities metro, which is creating slick spots on roadways – especially on bridges and overpasses, as well as side streets and parking lots.
Minnesota snow causing slick spots on roads
Snow has led to slush on the roads in the Twin Cities metro, which is creating slick spots on roadways – especially on bridges and overpasses, as well as side streets and parking lots. Find live updates on road conditions here.
Snow has led to slush on the roads in the Twin Cities metro, which is creating slick spots on roadways – especially on bridges and overpasses, as well as side streets and parking lots. Find live updates on road conditions here.
Minnesota crime lab's expired solution raises DWI case doubts
A defense attorney is challenging the reliability of blood alcohol test results from a Minnesota crime lab.
A defense attorney is challenging the reliability of blood alcohol test results from a Minnesota crime lab.
Judge rules ICE agents acted 'unconstitutional'
A judge found that federal agents likely engaged in 'unconstitutional' immigration enforcement, but stopped short of telling them to stop. FOX 9's Maury Glover has more.
A judge found that federal agents likely engaged in 'unconstitutional' immigration enforcement, but stopped short of telling them to stop. FOX 9's Maury Glover has more.
Minnesota weather: Rain, snow mix in Twin Cities
A mix of rain and snow hit the Twin Cities Tuesday evening, which could continue overnight.
A mix of rain and snow hit the Twin Cities Tuesday evening, which could continue overnight.
MN weather: Rain, snow mix overnight
FOX 9 Chief Meteorologist Ian Leonard gives an update on what to expect overnight with a mix of rain and snow in the Twin Cities.
FOX 9 Chief Meteorologist Ian Leonard gives an update on what to expect overnight with a mix of rain and snow in the Twin Cities.
Things to do in Minnesota: 5 things to do this weekend (March 13–15)
Spring is in the air, and it’s time to dive into a weekend of exciting events across Minnesota! From food tours and festive parties to vintage markets and flower shows, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
Spring is in the air, and it’s time to dive into a weekend of exciting events across Minnesota! From food tours and festive parties to vintage markets and flower shows, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
Minnesota BAC test results questioned
Blood-alcohol sample results from a crime lab that services three Minnesota counties are under criticism for potentially using an expired test solution. FOX 9’s Mike Manzoni spoke with one defense attorney raising issues about the results, and whether or not they should be used.
Blood-alcohol sample results from a crime lab that services three Minnesota counties are under criticism for potentially using an expired test solution. FOX 9’s Mike Manzoni spoke with one defense attorney raising issues about the results, and whether or not they should be used.
Bloomington au pair arrested for malicious punishment of child after security footage review
Bloomington police are investigating the potential malicious punishment of a child by an au pair working with its family after reviewing surveillance footage.
Bloomington police are investigating the potential malicious punishment of a child by an au pair working with its family after reviewing surveillance footage.
Festival of Nations becomes International Festival of Minnesota, St. Paul stop announced
A cultural tradition formerly known as the Festival of Nations will return to Minnesota from April 10-11.
A cultural tradition formerly known as the Festival of Nations will return to Minnesota from April 10-11.
Walz proposes major Medicaid overhaul
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz proposed an overhaul on how the state handles Medicaid. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has more.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz proposed an overhaul on how the state handles Medicaid. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has more.
Walz proposes major Medicaid overhaul
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz proposed an overhaul on how the state handles Medicaid. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has more.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz proposed an overhaul on how the state handles Medicaid. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has more.
DHS partial shutdown impacting airport TSA security lines
The fight for funding to keep the Department of Homeland Security fully open is once again causing airport delays at TSA checkpoints. FOX's Sarah Alegre has more from Houston.
The fight for funding to keep the Department of Homeland Security fully open is once again causing airport delays at TSA checkpoints. FOX's Sarah Alegre has more from Houston.