Minneapolis students hold rallies, call for gun control
Dozens of high school students marched through south Minneapolis on Friday to call for gun control, an effort organized by gun control advocates in the aftermath of the Annunciation Catholic Church shooting.
Dozens of high school students marched through south Minneapolis on Friday to call for gun control, an effort organized by gun control advocates in the aftermath of the Annunciation Catholic Church shooting.
Former Sen. Nicole Mitchell burglary sentencing delay approved by judge
A judge has agreed to delay the sentencing of former Minnesota Senator Nicole Mitchell until later this month following her burglary trial.
A judge has agreed to delay the sentencing of former Minnesota Senator Nicole Mitchell until later this month following her burglary trial.
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Annunciation shooting: Update on Sophia Forchas' condition [FULL]
Sophia Forchas, 12, was shot in the head while praying at Annunciation Catholic Church in Minneapolis during the first week of school. Her neurosurgeon and her farther provided an update on Sophia's condition during a press conference on Friday.
Sophia Forchas, 12, was shot in the head while praying at Annunciation Catholic Church in Minneapolis during the first week of school. Her neurosurgeon and her farther provided an update on Sophia's condition during a press conference on Friday.
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Sophia Forchas' dad: 'Sophia is fighting' [FULL]
Sophia Forchas was shot in the head while praying at Annunciation Catholic Church during the first week of school. Her dad, Tom Forchas, spoke of his daughter, saying she is "fighting" for all of humanity. Here are his full comments.
Sophia Forchas was shot in the head while praying at Annunciation Catholic Church during the first week of school. Her dad, Tom Forchas, spoke of his daughter, saying she is "fighting" for all of humanity. Here are his full comments.
Annunciation shooting: Doctor is 'a little more optimistic' Sophia Forchas will survive
Hennepin Healthcare neurosurgeon Dr. Walt Galicich described the injuries Sophia Forchas, 12, suffered when she was shot in the head while praying at mass at Annunciation Catholic Church during her first week of school. He said he is now "a little more optimistic" that Sophia is going to survive her injuries.
Hennepin Healthcare neurosurgeon Dr. Walt Galicich described the injuries Sophia Forchas, 12, suffered when she was shot in the head while praying at mass at Annunciation Catholic Church during her first week of school. He said he is now "a little more optimistic" that Sophia is going to survive her injuries.
Roommate buys toxic metal, searches 'how much thallium is lethal' prior to man's death: Charges
A man suspected of poisoning his roommate with a toxic metal known as thallium has been charged with murder.
A man suspected of poisoning his roommate with a toxic metal known as thallium has been charged with murder.
Annunciation mass shooting: Faith leaders call for assault weapon ban
A coalition of faith leaders is calling for assault weapons and high-capacity magazines to be banned after the Annunciation mass shooting in Minneapolis.
A coalition of faith leaders is calling for assault weapons and high-capacity magazines to be banned after the Annunciation mass shooting in Minneapolis.
Nationwide school walkouts over gun reform
Students at schools across the country are staging walkouts to protest gun violence and demand reform. FOX 9's Amy Hockert spoke with a student in Apple Valley who helped organize a program during their school's walkout on Friday, Sept. 5, 2025.
Students at schools across the country are staging walkouts to protest gun violence and demand reform. FOX 9's Amy Hockert spoke with a student in Apple Valley who helped organize a program during their school's walkout on Friday, Sept. 5, 2025.
Annunciation survivor Sophia Forchas' doctor 'a little more optimistic' she'll survive
Annunciation shooting survivor Sophia Forchas' father and neurosurgeon will give an update on her condition Friday afternoon.
Annunciation shooting survivor Sophia Forchas' father and neurosurgeon will give an update on her condition Friday afternoon.
Minneapolis DFL appeals decision to revoke Omar Fateh's endorsement for mayor
The Minneapolis DFL has filed an appeal after Sen. Omar Fateh's endorsement for mayor was revoked.
The Minneapolis DFL has filed an appeal after Sen. Omar Fateh's endorsement for mayor was revoked.
Minneapolis carjacking pursuit crash: Charges filed against driver
A man accused of killing two women in a crash while he was fleeing police after an armed carjacking is criminally charged for their deaths as well as injuring a 6-year-old boy.
A man accused of killing two women in a crash while he was fleeing police after an armed carjacking is criminally charged for their deaths as well as injuring a 6-year-old boy.
Contractor pleads guilty to 'intentional' property damage as part of hail insurance claim
A contractor inspecting hail damage after a storm in 2022 was accused of intentionally damaging homes to increase the insurance payouts.
A contractor inspecting hail damage after a storm in 2022 was accused of intentionally damaging homes to increase the insurance payouts.
Search warrant uncovers venomous snakes, exotic animals in Minnesota home
A search warrant at a northern Minnesota home led to the discovery of nearly a dozen exotic and dangerous animals, including venomous snakes, tarantulas, and other insects.
A search warrant at a northern Minnesota home led to the discovery of nearly a dozen exotic and dangerous animals, including venomous snakes, tarantulas, and other insects.
Minneapolis carjacking pursuit crash victims identified
Authorities have released the names of the two women killed when a suspected carjacker in Minneapolis crashed into them while fleeing police.
Authorities have released the names of the two women killed when a suspected carjacker in Minneapolis crashed into them while fleeing police.
Twin Cities construction prompts major road closures this weekend
Commuters who thought they had seen the last construction on highways after the Labor Day weekend will yet again face major road closures scheduled for this weekend.
Commuters who thought they had seen the last construction on highways after the Labor Day weekend will yet again face major road closures scheduled for this weekend.
Annunciation mass shooting: The latest on survivors' conditions
As families of survivors of the Annunciation Catholic Church mass shooting call for something to be done to prevent future mass shootings, several people are still in the hospital recovering from gunshot wounds. FOX 9's Se Kwon has the latest on their conditions.
As families of survivors of the Annunciation Catholic Church mass shooting call for something to be done to prevent future mass shootings, several people are still in the hospital recovering from gunshot wounds. FOX 9's Se Kwon has the latest on their conditions.
Minnesota weather: Gusty and chilly Friday; 70s return next week
Friday brings a chilly, October-like feel to Minnesota with gusty winds, highs in the 50s, and a possible stray sprinkle.
Friday brings a chilly, October-like feel to Minnesota with gusty winds, highs in the 50s, and a possible stray sprinkle.
State Auditor Blaha on crop art, OSA and not seeking reelection
Minnesota State Auditor Julie Blaha announced she is not seeking reelection. She spoke about the decision, what the Office of the State Auditor actually does and her passion for crop art.
Minnesota State Auditor Julie Blaha announced she is not seeking reelection. She spoke about the decision, what the Office of the State Auditor actually does and her passion for crop art.
Prayer vigil for Robbinsdale park shooting victim: Family seeks justice
A family is demanding answers after a 19-year-old woman was fatally shot in the head at a Robbinsdale park earlier this summer. At that same park, they held a prayer vigil on Thursday in hopes of finding justice.
A family is demanding answers after a 19-year-old woman was fatally shot in the head at a Robbinsdale park earlier this summer. At that same park, they held a prayer vigil on Thursday in hopes of finding justice.
MN lawmakers' plans to keep students safe
Both Democratic and Republican lawmakers share their proposals on how to keep students safe in the wake of the Annunciation school shooting. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim has the latest.
Both Democratic and Republican lawmakers share their proposals on how to keep students safe in the wake of the Annunciation school shooting. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim has the latest.