'Fraud tourism': People traveled to MN because it's 'easy money'
The U.S. Attorney's Office on Thursday announced additional charges related to various state programs in Minnesota, noting new charges in the Housing Stabilization Services Program, including people who came to Minnesota for "fraud tourism" because they heard the program was "easy money."
The U.S. Attorney's Office on Thursday announced additional charges related to various state programs in Minnesota, noting new charges in the Housing Stabilization Services Program, including people who came to Minnesota for "fraud tourism" because they heard the program was "easy money."
MN housing program fraud: 5 more people charged
Five more people have been charged in Minnesota's Housing Stabilization Services Program fraud scheme, authorities announced at a press conference on Thursday. The U.S. Attorney's Office held a press conference to announce these cases of "fraud tourism." In total, 13 pepole have been charged in this program.
Five more people have been charged in Minnesota's Housing Stabilization Services Program fraud scheme, authorities announced at a press conference on Thursday. The U.S. Attorney's Office held a press conference to announce these cases of "fraud tourism." In total, 13 pepole have been charged in this program.
St. Paul fire leaves man dead, 4 people displaced
A man is dead after a fire in St. Paul that also left four people displaced.
A man is dead after a fire in St. Paul that also left four people displaced.
FBI raids Bloomington business that had license suspended for fraud
FBI agents raided the offices of a Bloomington business on Thursday, days after the State of Minnesota suspended a business license at that address citing fraud.
FBI agents raided the offices of a Bloomington business on Thursday, days after the State of Minnesota suspended a business license at that address citing fraud.
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Hmong in Minnesota: 50 Years of Resilience [TRAILER]
This new FOX 9 documentary, "Hmong in Minnesota: 50 Years of Resilience," dives into the journey of Hmong refugees in America 50 years after the fall of Vietnam. Interviews and historical footage illustrate the success of Hmong families as well as the cultural challenges they faced as they resettled in Minnesota. Hmong Americans in Minnesota, spanning multiple generations, also share their hopes for the next 50 years.
This new FOX 9 documentary, "Hmong in Minnesota: 50 Years of Resilience," dives into the journey of Hmong refugees in America 50 years after the fall of Vietnam. Interviews and historical footage illustrate the success of Hmong families as well as the cultural challenges they faced as they resettled in Minnesota. Hmong Americans in Minnesota, spanning multiple generations, also share their hopes for the next 50 years.
Minnesota fraud: Feds say more than half of $18 billion spent on Medicaid programs could be fraudulent
The U.S. Attorney's Office of Minnesota says it's possible more than half of the $18 billion spent on Medicaid programs in Minnesota since 2018 could be fraudulent.
The U.S. Attorney's Office of Minnesota says it's possible more than half of the $18 billion spent on Medicaid programs in Minnesota since 2018 could be fraudulent.
Minnesota school closings for Dec. 18, 2025
A winter storm hitting Minnesota has prompted some school districts to close early on Thursday.
A winter storm hitting Minnesota has prompted some school districts to close early on Thursday.
Wolves set to retire Kevin Garnett's number as former star rejoins franchise
Kevin Garnett will finally have his number retired by the Minnesota Timberwolves and is slated to take a role with the team after years of bad blood between the NBA legend and the franchise.
Kevin Garnett will finally have his number retired by the Minnesota Timberwolves and is slated to take a role with the team after years of bad blood between the NBA legend and the franchise.
Minnesota weather: Falling temps, gusty winds and snow showers Thursday
A cold front will bring a big change on Thursday, transitioning from light morning rain to plunging temperatures, gusty winds, and bursts of snow that could create challenging travel conditions.
A cold front will bring a big change on Thursday, transitioning from light morning rain to plunging temperatures, gusty winds, and bursts of snow that could create challenging travel conditions.
How to watch: 'Hmong in Minnesota: 50 Years of Resilience' documentary on FOX 9
This documentary dives into the journey of Hmong refugees in America 50 years after the fall of Vietnam.
This documentary dives into the journey of Hmong refugees in America 50 years after the fall of Vietnam.
MN weather: Falling temps, gusty winds Thursday
A cold front will bring plummeting temperatures, gusty winds, and snow showers across Minnesota on Thursday. The National Weather Service has issued a variety of warnings and advisories as visibility and travel conditions could become challenging. FOX 9 meteorologist Cody Matz has the full forecast.
A cold front will bring plummeting temperatures, gusty winds, and snow showers across Minnesota on Thursday. The National Weather Service has issued a variety of warnings and advisories as visibility and travel conditions could become challenging. FOX 9 meteorologist Cody Matz has the full forecast.
Primp Our Tree Delivery in Woodbury
As the holiday season approaches, FOX 9 continues to spread cheer with its Primp Our Tree Christmas tree deliveries. Tom Butler and Kelly O'Connell recently visited Breanna Buckhalton in Woodbury with a van full of holiday cheer. Buckhalton, who was nominated by a family friend, has three children of her own and recently welcomed three foster children into her home. The family just moved from Minneapolis to Woodbury, so the delivery was perfectly timed as money and resources are tight.
As the holiday season approaches, FOX 9 continues to spread cheer with its Primp Our Tree Christmas tree deliveries. Tom Butler and Kelly O'Connell recently visited Breanna Buckhalton in Woodbury with a van full of holiday cheer. Buckhalton, who was nominated by a family friend, has three children of her own and recently welcomed three foster children into her home. The family just moved from Minneapolis to Woodbury, so the delivery was perfectly timed as money and resources are tight.
DNR could limit walleye possession: What you need to know
The Minnesota DNR is considering reducing the statewide possession limit for walley from six to four fish. The proposal aims to maintain quality walleye fishing on area lakes. If this is approved, the new limit would take effect in May 2027.
The Minnesota DNR is considering reducing the statewide possession limit for walley from six to four fish. The proposal aims to maintain quality walleye fishing on area lakes. If this is approved, the new limit would take effect in May 2027.
Trump addresses nation, attacks Somalis in MN
President Donald Trump on Wednesday addressed the nation, promising an economic boom and touting his immigration policies, while also once again attacking Somalis in Minnesota.
President Donald Trump on Wednesday addressed the nation, promising an economic boom and touting his immigration policies, while also once again attacking Somalis in Minnesota.
Ellingson Motorcars: Rolling along for 30 years
Ellingson motorcars in the northwest metro has been buying and selling vintage vehicles for more than three decades.
Ellingson motorcars in the northwest metro has been buying and selling vintage vehicles for more than three decades.
Researchers validate new method of cleaning PFAS from groundwater
Groundbreaking research coming out of the University of Minnesota for removing per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) from groundwater.
Groundbreaking research coming out of the University of Minnesota for removing per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) from groundwater.
Breakthrough U of M research on PFAS
Researchers at the University of Minnesota have a break through in how to clean PFAS. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim has more.
Researchers at the University of Minnesota have a break through in how to clean PFAS. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim has more.
DNR could limit walleye possession
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources could set a limit on how many walleyes can be in your possession. FOX 9's Leon Purvis has more.
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources could set a limit on how many walleyes can be in your possession. FOX 9's Leon Purvis has more.
New HCAO policy on taking statements from children
A new policy at the Hennepin County Attorney's Office aims to prevent false confessions. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has more.
A new policy at the Hennepin County Attorney's Office aims to prevent false confessions. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has more.
Donations welcome at MOA Giving Tree this weekend
The Catholic Charities Giving Tree is welcoming donations at Mall of America this weekend.
The Catholic Charities Giving Tree is welcoming donations at Mall of America this weekend.