Kevin O'Connell wants J.J. McCarthy to play in regular season finale
Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell gave an injury update on J.J. McCarthy Wednesday, and says he'll play Sunday against the Packers if he's medically cleared and able to grip the football. McCarthy is recovering from a hairline fracture in his throwing hand.
Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell gave an injury update on J.J. McCarthy Wednesday, and says he'll play Sunday against the Packers if he's medically cleared and able to grip the football. McCarthy is recovering from a hairline fracture in his throwing hand.
Minnesota Millionaire Raffle: $1 million tickets sold in Coon Rapids, International Falls
At least two Minnesotans started 2026 $1 million richer. Two lucky Minnesota Millionaire Raffle players hit the jackpot with their $1 million winning tickets.
At least two Minnesotans started 2026 $1 million richer. Two lucky Minnesota Millionaire Raffle players hit the jackpot with their $1 million winning tickets.
MN weather: New Year's Day forecast
FOX 9's Cody Matz has your New Year's Day forecast.
FOX 9's Cody Matz has your New Year's Day forecast.
North Memorial Health-Maple Grove Hospital announces first baby of 2026
North Memorial Health-Maple Grove Hospital announced Thursday morning they delivered their first baby of 2026, promptly at midnight.
North Memorial Health-Maple Grove Hospital announced Thursday morning they delivered their first baby of 2026, promptly at midnight.
MN weather: Chilly, snowy start to 2026
FOX 9 Meteorologist Cody Matz says we'll have a chilly and snowy start to 2026 with a high in the teens before the sun returns Friday.
FOX 9 Meteorologist Cody Matz says we'll have a chilly and snowy start to 2026 with a high in the teens before the sun returns Friday.
Minnesota new laws effective Jan. 1, 2026: What you need to know
From the new paid leave law to increased watercraft surcharges, several new laws are now in effect in Minnesota as of Jan. 1, 2026. Here's a list.
From the new paid leave law to increased watercraft surcharges, several new laws are now in effect in Minnesota as of Jan. 1, 2026. Here's a list.
Minnesota fraud: GOP helps YouTube investigation
The Minnesota GOP says it worked with YouTuber Nick Shirley, whose viral video claims to expose millions in child care fraud. Hamline University political science professor David Schultz explains what this means for Minnesota's political climate.
The Minnesota GOP says it worked with YouTuber Nick Shirley, whose viral video claims to expose millions in child care fraud. Hamline University political science professor David Schultz explains what this means for Minnesota's political climate.
Somali day care break-in investigated
A Somali-run child care center is sharing footage from an alleged break-in that occurred only days after a social media video went viral for alleging widespread fraud. FOX 9’s Leon Purvis has the details.
A Somali-run child care center is sharing footage from an alleged break-in that occurred only days after a social media video went viral for alleging widespread fraud. FOX 9’s Leon Purvis has the details.
Minnesota child care federal audit
A recent federal audit uncovered deficiencies in Minnesota's child care assistance program related to attendance tracking – estimating that 11% of all payments likely had some flaw, potentially impacting $231.4 million in child care claims across more than 1,150 providers. FOX 9’s Paul Blume has the details.
A recent federal audit uncovered deficiencies in Minnesota's child care assistance program related to attendance tracking – estimating that 11% of all payments likely had some flaw, potentially impacting $231.4 million in child care claims across more than 1,150 providers. FOX 9’s Paul Blume has the details.
Autism fraud in MN: Children face challenges
As Minnesota implements measures to prevent fraud in social service programs, children who are on the autism spectrum could face additional challenges. FOX 9’s Corin Hoggard has the latest.
As Minnesota implements measures to prevent fraud in social service programs, children who are on the autism spectrum could face additional challenges. FOX 9’s Corin Hoggard has the latest.
Trump admin freezes federal child care funds
One day after the Trump administration announced it would freeze federal funding for child care programs in Minnesota as it investigated potential fraud, Minnesota’s political leaders and community spoke out about the decision that could affect thousands.
One day after the Trump administration announced it would freeze federal funding for child care programs in Minnesota as it investigated potential fraud, Minnesota’s political leaders and community spoke out about the decision that could affect thousands.
Ringing in the new year at Times Square
Millions of people around the world are celebrating the end of 2025, with more than a million celebrating in New York’s iconic Times Square for the legendary ball drop.
Millions of people around the world are celebrating the end of 2025, with more than a million celebrating in New York’s iconic Times Square for the legendary ball drop.
Bodycam released from St. Paul shooting
The St. Paul Police Department has released dashcam and bodycam video of a shooting involving one of their officers on an I-94 ramp that occurred in December.
The St. Paul Police Department has released dashcam and bodycam video of a shooting involving one of their officers on an I-94 ramp that occurred in December.
Wisconsin farm venue alcohol law takes effect in 2026
New restrictions on serving alcohol at Wisconsin farm venues, like wedding barns, take effect in 2026. There's already a bipartisan push to change it.
New restrictions on serving alcohol at Wisconsin farm venues, like wedding barns, take effect in 2026. There's already a bipartisan push to change it.
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Child care funding freeze response [FULL]
Minnesota’s political leaders, parents and community members hold a press conference to discuss the Trump administration’s freezing of federal child care funding.
Minnesota’s political leaders, parents and community members hold a press conference to discuss the Trump administration’s freezing of federal child care funding.
Slick roads after snow, falling temps Wednesday
Slick road conditions are being reported across the Twin Cities metro following light snowfall and falling temperatures. MnDOT says snow and ice remain on many surfaces as of Wednesday afternoon.
Slick road conditions are being reported across the Twin Cities metro following light snowfall and falling temperatures. MnDOT says snow and ice remain on many surfaces as of Wednesday afternoon.
Somali-run day care in Minneapolis broken into, vandalized
Someone broke into a Somali-run day care in Minneapolis earlier this week, causing "extensive vandalism," according to Nokomis Daycare Center.
Someone broke into a Somali-run day care in Minneapolis earlier this week, causing "extensive vandalism," according to Nokomis Daycare Center.
St. Paul Police release video of I-94 police shooting
The St. Paul Police Department on Wednesday released dashcam and bodycamera video of a police shooting on a ramp to Interstate 94 earlier this month that left a suspect injured.
The St. Paul Police Department on Wednesday released dashcam and bodycamera video of a police shooting on a ramp to Interstate 94 earlier this month that left a suspect injured.
MN weather: Twin Cities roads turn slick as light snow, temperatures fall
Light snow and falling temperatures are creating slick road conditions across the Twin Cities metro area Wednesday afternoon.
Light snow and falling temperatures are creating slick road conditions across the Twin Cities metro area Wednesday afternoon.
Dashcam video of St. Paul police shooting on I-94 ramp
The St. Paul Police Department on Wednesday released dashcam and bodycamera video of a police shooting on a ramp to Interstate 94 earlier this month that left a suspect injured. This video has been edited.
The St. Paul Police Department on Wednesday released dashcam and bodycamera video of a police shooting on a ramp to Interstate 94 earlier this month that left a suspect injured. This video has been edited.