SNAP benefits ending: What Minnesotans need to know

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits are set to end at the end of the month. Here's what Minnesotans need to know.

SNAP deadline: More than 450K Minnesotans could lose benefits on Nov. 1

New data shows that more than 450,000 Minnesotan SNAP recipients could be affected beginning Nov. 1 without a deal to end a government shutdown.

Restaurants offering free food in MN during SNAP benefit lapse: List

Several Minnesota restaurants and organizations have stepped up to offer free food for those in need during the SNAP benefit lapse. Here's a list.

Man fatally shot outside Minneapolis workplace [RAW]
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Minneapolis police chief Brian O'Hara said a man was shot and killed after confronting a suspected thief outside of his workplace.

Japanese ramen and noodle hacks: Taste Buds

Stephanie Hansen’s destination for authentic Japanese ramen in the Midwest is Zen Box Izakaya, where Owner and Executive Chef John Ng is crafting traditional bowls filled with savory broth and noodles in downtown Minneapolis.

Student cried, hid from assistant principal after sexual harassment: Docs

Osseo Area Schools knew that an assistant principal was sexually harassing a 9-year-old student but did nothing about it until after the girl’s parents withdrew her from the district, documents obtained by FOX 9 revealed.

St. Paul carport fire: Police investigate possible arson

St. Paul police are investigating a suspected arson case after a carport and several cars caught fire.

Suspected arson under investigation in St. Paul
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A fire at a carport destroyed multiple vehicles, and authorities are investigating it as a possible arson. FOX 9's Leon Purvis has the full report.

Minnesota Zoo welcomes Snooki the sea turtle

The Minnesota Zoo is now the home of a loggerhead sea turtle named Snooki, in a nod to the “Jersey Shore" star.

Scammers target Minnesota SNAP recipients with fake $1,000 relief offer

Authorities are warning of a scam targeting Minnesota SNAP recipients with fraudulent text messages promising emergency food relief funds.

MN fraud review: Gov. Walz orders third-party audit of Medicaid billing at DHS

Governor Tim Walz has ordered a third-party review of Medicaid billing through the state's Department of Human Services as two major fraud investigations are underway. At the same time, the state is pausing payments for some services while the audit is underway.

National Guard in Minneapolis? Chief O'Hara talks concerns
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Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara addressed potential concerns if President Trump were to deploy the National Guard to Minnesota.

Krispy Kreme sets Fridley location opening date

A new morning fix will soon be available to those looking for a coffee or doughnut in Fridley.

SNAP funding ending during government shutdown: How you can help

If no deal is reached in Washington, SNAP benefits, funds that help pay for groceries, could run out for families across the country. Here is how you can help.

Minnesota weather: Halloween trick-or-treating forecast

Friday is Halloween, which means plenty of kids will be out trick-or-treating. It should be a relatively dry and fall-like forecast to collect your favorite candy.

Government shutdown could impact MN heating assistance
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The federal government shutdown could impact Minnesota heating assistance this winter. The state of Minnesota has not yet received new funds for the 2025-2026 winter season, and payments for heating bills, emergency fuel deliveries, and furnace repairs will be delayed, the Minnesota Department of Commerce says.