Hennepin Ave in Uptown reopens Friday after 1.5 years of reconstruction

After nearly two years of construction a main route for drivers through Uptown will again allow drivers to more easily access businesses.

Need for increased security at MN Capitol building
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With threats at the Minnesota State Capitol Building, lawmakers are wanting to increase security. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the latest.

Crystal daycare teacher charged with malicious punishment of 3-year-old

Charges say that Cooper was leaning back in a chair with her feet up on a table looking at a tablet, when the child walks up to her and she slaps them.

Threats at MN Capitol more than doubled in 2025
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Threats at the Minnesota State Capitol have increased in 2025, and now more security measures are being considered. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has more.

Things to do in Minnesota: 5 things to do this Halloween (Oct. 31–Nov. 2)

As the spooky season comes to a close, this weekend offers a mix of thrilling Halloween celebrations and unique local events across Minnesota. From smashing pumpkins to celebrating iconic films, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Upper Red Lake walleye limit set for winter season

Anglers on Upper Red Lake can keep four walleye for the 2025-26 winter season, a change from the five allowed during open-water months.

Target sends out layoff notices to 1,000 employees on Tuesday

Target corporate employees learned Tuesday whether they are among the roughly 1,000 individuals affected by the company's layoffs.

Hwy 65 reopens in Spring Lake Park after bridge vs. bridge crash

Highway 65 was shut down in both directions in Spring Lake Park after a semi that was hauling a pedestrian bridge struck a highway bridge on Tuesday. The highway reopened to traffic just before 5 p.m.

Target layoffs could show sign in changing retail landscape
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Target is set to notify 1,000 corporate employees of layoffs on Tuesday, while Amazon is also reducing its workforce. Axios reporter Nick Halter discusses how these layoffs might signal shifts in the retail industry.

Osseo schools agrees to settlement for asst. principal who sexually harassed 9-year-old girl

Osseo Area Schools has agreed to pay a $61,500 settlement after a former assistant principal was accused of sexually harassing a 9-year-old student, the Minnesota Department of Human Rights announced on Tuesday.

Minneapolis teachers authorize strike
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The Minneapolis teachers' union has voted to authorize a strike against the Minneapolis School District. A 10-day formal notice is required before they can go on strike. FOX 9's Bill Keller reports on the latest developments as both parties prepare for further negotiation sessions.

Minnesota weather: Cloudy and seasonable with rain showers west of I-35

It’s a cloudy and seasonable day in Minnesota, with rain showers expected west of the Interstate 35 corridor and mostly dry conditions to the east.

4 leading Minneapolis mayoral candidates debate policies, vision

As the last full week of campaigning gets underway, four leading candidates bidding for Minneapolis mayor in the November election faced off on Monday at Minnesota Public Radio headquarters in St. Paul.

Minneapolis mayoral candidates square off in debate
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The four leading candidates in the Minneapolis mayoral race squared off in a debate Monday night. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim was there as the voters hit the polls next week.

Minnesota SNAP benefits end Saturday: State offers some relief

With the government shutdown dragging on, Minnesota is bracing for the end of grocery benefits for hundreds of thousands of residents.