Minnesota school closings: Late starts, closures on Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2026
A rainy, slick Tuesday has prompted some schools to issue delayed starts or close altogether in Minnesota.
A rainy, slick Tuesday has prompted some schools to issue delayed starts or close altogether in Minnesota.
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MN weather: Rain, some slick spots on roadways [4:30 a.m. update]
Puddles and sneaky slick spots are being reported on Twin Cities roadways early Tuesday morning. That being said, roads are mostly wet, not icy, in the Twin Cities metro area.
Puddles and sneaky slick spots are being reported on Twin Cities roadways early Tuesday morning. That being said, roads are mostly wet, not icy, in the Twin Cities metro area.
MN weather: Why heavy rain isn't leading to more ice
It's been raining hard enough that the rain hasn't been able to freeze on Tuesday morning in Minnesota.
It's been raining hard enough that the rain hasn't been able to freeze on Tuesday morning in Minnesota.
ICE agent surge reportedly headed to MN
A surge in increased immigration enforcement agents could be making its way to Minnesota as part of the Trump administration’s increased efforts to crackdown on illegal immigration. FOX 9’s Maury Glover has the latest.
A surge in increased immigration enforcement agents could be making its way to Minnesota as part of the Trump administration’s increased efforts to crackdown on illegal immigration. FOX 9’s Maury Glover has the latest.
Lt. Gov. Flanagan calls Gov. Walz decision not to seek 3rd term 'selfless'
Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan on Monday called Gov. Tim Walz’s decision not to seek a third term “selfless" and suggested that she would support fellow Democrat Sen. Amy Klobuchar if she were to run for the state’s top job.
Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan on Monday called Gov. Tim Walz’s decision not to seek a third term “selfless" and suggested that she would support fellow Democrat Sen. Amy Klobuchar if she were to run for the state’s top job.
Lt. Flanagan on Minnesota governor’s race
After Gov. Tim Walz announced he would not be running for a third term on Monday, all eyes are on who might take his place. FOX 9’s Mike Manzoni is live at a campaign event in Osseo where Lt. Flanagan is promoting her run for Senate.
After Gov. Tim Walz announced he would not be running for a third term on Monday, all eyes are on who might take his place. FOX 9’s Mike Manzoni is live at a campaign event in Osseo where Lt. Flanagan is promoting her run for Senate.
Federal agent surge expected in MN for crackdown on immigration, fraud
Federal agents reportedly started arriving on Sunday in the first major target of President Trump's immigration enforcement efforts in the new year.
Federal agents reportedly started arriving on Sunday in the first major target of President Trump's immigration enforcement efforts in the new year.
Minnesota child care center investigations
Minnesota officials have announced additional on-site compliance checks for child care centers in the state following widespread scrutiny over potential fraud within state funding.
Minnesota officials have announced additional on-site compliance checks for child care centers in the state following widespread scrutiny over potential fraud within state funding.
Minnesota agencies increase child care center visits following fraud scrutiny
Officials have announced additional on-site compliance checks for child care centers in the state.
Officials have announced additional on-site compliance checks for child care centers in the state.
Walz, Minnesota politics face national attention
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has announced he will not run for a third term, stating he wants to dedicate his efforts to defending Minnesotans rather than engaging in political campaigning partly due to a vice-presidential run and subsequent scrutiny.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has announced he will not run for a third term, stating he wants to dedicate his efforts to defending Minnesotans rather than engaging in political campaigning partly due to a vice-presidential run and subsequent scrutiny.
MN weather: Freezing rain possible overnight
FOX 9's Ian Leonard has the latest as the Twin Cities could see freezing rain overnight, making for difficult driving conditions Tuesday morning.
FOX 9's Ian Leonard has the latest as the Twin Cities could see freezing rain overnight, making for difficult driving conditions Tuesday morning.
Rep. Demuth on Walz's decision: 'Not surprised'
House Speaker Lisa Demuth shared her thoughts on Governor Walz's decision to bow out of his reelection bid.
House Speaker Lisa Demuth shared her thoughts on Governor Walz's decision to bow out of his reelection bid.
Domestic abuse victim sentenced to 7+ years
A woman has been sentenced to more than seven years in prison for shooting and killing her partner during a domestic dispute. FOX 9 spoke with Stephanie Clark’s attorney outside the Hennepin County courthouse following the sentencing.
A woman has been sentenced to more than seven years in prison for shooting and killing her partner during a domestic dispute. FOX 9 spoke with Stephanie Clark’s attorney outside the Hennepin County courthouse following the sentencing.
MN weather: Overnight rain could make for slick driving conditions
If you’re on Minnesota roads Monday night or Tuesday morning, be prepared for some potentially slick conditions. FOX 9's Ian Leonard has the details.
If you’re on Minnesota roads Monday night or Tuesday morning, be prepared for some potentially slick conditions. FOX 9's Ian Leonard has the details.
MN weather: Freezing rain, fog overnight could make for slick driving
If you’re on Minnesota roads Monday night or Tuesday morning, be prepared for some potentially slick conditions.
If you’re on Minnesota roads Monday night or Tuesday morning, be prepared for some potentially slick conditions.
Minnesota paid leave law: Week one
Minnesota’s new paid leave law is now accepting submissions from applicants. FOX 9’s Tim Blotz outlines the numbers from week one.
Minnesota’s new paid leave law is now accepting submissions from applicants. FOX 9’s Tim Blotz outlines the numbers from week one.
Niko Medved explains Gophers’ snack run after win at Northwestern
The Gophers' men's basketball team got a big road win at Northwestern on Saturday, and celebrated it with a stop for gas station snacks on the way home. Minnesota starts a three-game homestand against Iowa Tuesday night.
The Gophers' men's basketball team got a big road win at Northwestern on Saturday, and celebrated it with a stop for gas station snacks on the way home. Minnesota starts a three-game homestand against Iowa Tuesday night.
Gov. Walz decision shifts MN politics
Gov. Tim Walz has announced he will not run for a third term, citing a desire to focus on Minnesota's issues over politics. FOX 9’s Corin Hoggard and Courtney Godrey have team coverage on how the decision shifts the landscape of politics throughout the state.
Gov. Tim Walz has announced he will not run for a third term, citing a desire to focus on Minnesota's issues over politics. FOX 9’s Corin Hoggard and Courtney Godrey have team coverage on how the decision shifts the landscape of politics throughout the state.
Gov. Walz dropping out: Reactions
Governor Walz has decided he will not seek a third term as Minnesota’s governor. Former Chief of Staff for former Minnesota governor Tim Pawlenty, now CEO of McClung PR, Brian McClung Joins FOX 9’s All Day to discuss reactions across politics.
Governor Walz has decided he will not seek a third term as Minnesota’s governor. Former Chief of Staff for former Minnesota governor Tim Pawlenty, now CEO of McClung PR, Brian McClung Joins FOX 9’s All Day to discuss reactions across politics.
Gov. Walz exits reelection bid: Revisiting pivotal moments during his tenure
Gov. Tim Walz announced on Monday he is dropping his bid for a third term as he faces pressure over his handling of the state's fraud cases. Here is a look back at Gov. Walz's time in office in Minnesota.
Gov. Tim Walz announced on Monday he is dropping his bid for a third term as he faces pressure over his handling of the state's fraud cases. Here is a look back at Gov. Walz's time in office in Minnesota.