What you need to know about flesh-eating screwworm parasites
University of Minnesota Veterinary Parasitologist and Clinical Pathologist Dr. Erin Burton joins us to tell us about the flesh eating New World Screwworm that has been found the United States. She explains the risk it poses to livestock and the potential for it to come to Minnesota.
University of Minnesota Veterinary Parasitologist and Clinical Pathologist Dr. Erin Burton joins us to tell us about the flesh eating New World Screwworm that has been found the United States. She explains the risk it poses to livestock and the potential for it to come to Minnesota.
Gophers start summer workouts looking to build off Sweet 16 run
The Gophers women's basketball team started summer workouts on campus this week. Dawn Plitzuweit spoke with media after practice Wednesday at Athletes Village about building off last year's Sweet 16 run, her contract extension and playing in Cancun.
The Gophers women's basketball team started summer workouts on campus this week. Dawn Plitzuweit spoke with media after practice Wednesday at Athletes Village about building off last year's Sweet 16 run, her contract extension and playing in Cancun.
MN weather: Heavy rain in Belle Plaine
FOX 9 Photojournalist Greg Kellogg captured video of heavy rain in Belle Plaine Wednesday afternoon as storms rumble across southern Minnesota.
FOX 9 Photojournalist Greg Kellogg captured video of heavy rain in Belle Plaine Wednesday afternoon as storms rumble across southern Minnesota.
World Cup fever and youth soccer popularity
Mark Yueill with the Minnesota Thunder Academy Soccer Camp talks about the popularity bump the sport gets during the World Cup.
Mark Yueill with the Minnesota Thunder Academy Soccer Camp talks about the popularity bump the sport gets during the World Cup.
Severe Thunderstorm Watch until 8 p.m. Wedneday includes south metro
The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch until 8 p.m. Wednesday that includes at least two counties in the south Twin Cities metro.
The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch until 8 p.m. Wednesday that includes at least two counties in the south Twin Cities metro.
Lottery and Powerball prizes totaling thousands remain unclaimed in Minnesota
Some Minnesotans could be sitting on big lottery wins and not even know it, as several $50,000 lottery prizes have remained unclaimed from drawings as far back as December 2025.
Some Minnesotans could be sitting on big lottery wins and not even know it, as several $50,000 lottery prizes have remained unclaimed from drawings as far back as December 2025.
3 killed after SUV, motorcycle collide in North Branch
Authorities say three people were killed when an SUV and a motorcycle were involved in a collision in North Branch earlier this month.
Authorities say three people were killed when an SUV and a motorcycle were involved in a collision in North Branch earlier this month.
Mayfly hatch expected soon in Wisconsin
Kevin Skow with the National Weather Service on the possible upcoming mayfly hatch in Wisconsin.
Kevin Skow with the National Weather Service on the possible upcoming mayfly hatch in Wisconsin.
WNBA expanding regular season to 50 games starting in 2027
Citing increased fan demand and league growth, the WNBA has announced it will add six more games to its schedule beginning in 2027.
Citing increased fan demand and league growth, the WNBA has announced it will add six more games to its schedule beginning in 2027.
U of M researchers awarded $2.2M grant to study causes of age-related blindness
The University of Minnesota Medical School has received a four-year, $2.2 million grant to study the causes and potential treatments for age-related eye issues.
The University of Minnesota Medical School has received a four-year, $2.2 million grant to study the causes and potential treatments for age-related eye issues.
MN weather: Clouds develop into potential storms Wednesday evening
The last Wednesday of spring brings clouds and spotty showers that could develop into potential storms later in the day, particularly toward the southern portions of the state.
The last Wednesday of spring brings clouds and spotty showers that could develop into potential storms later in the day, particularly toward the southern portions of the state.
World Cup on FOX 9: How to stream Minnesota news for free during matches
FOX 9 streams all of our local Minnesota newscasts for free on our website and on the FOX Local app that is available for download on Roku, Samsung TV, and other streaming platforms.
FOX 9 streams all of our local Minnesota newscasts for free on our website and on the FOX Local app that is available for download on Roku, Samsung TV, and other streaming platforms.
FOX 9 Town Ball Tour reschedules Loretto stop out of caution for incoming storms
The second date on FOX 9's 2026 Town Ball Tour has been rescheduled out of an abundance of caution due to potential storms.
The second date on FOX 9's 2026 Town Ball Tour has been rescheduled out of an abundance of caution due to potential storms.
MN weather: Shower and storm chances linger Wednesday
Scattered showers and storms remain possible Wednesday, though many areas will see dry periods and some sunshine. Drier and more comfortable weather returns Thursday. FOX 9 meteorologist Cody Matz has the forecast.
Scattered showers and storms remain possible Wednesday, though many areas will see dry periods and some sunshine. Drier and more comfortable weather returns Thursday. FOX 9 meteorologist Cody Matz has the forecast.
Feeding Our Future ringleader Aimee Bock appeals 40-year conviction and sentence
Feeding Our Future founder Aimee Bock is challenging her lengthy prison sentence and conviction.
Feeding Our Future founder Aimee Bock is challenging her lengthy prison sentence and conviction.
Federal prosecutors highlight protester cases
Federal indictments have been handed out against 15 members of a left-wing group called "Direct Action Minnesota," with prosecutors highlighting key evidence in one of the cases. FOX 9’s Soyoung Kim takes a deeper look at the case of Kyle Wagner, who faces charges including cyberstalking and threatening federal officers.
Federal indictments have been handed out against 15 members of a left-wing group called "Direct Action Minnesota," with prosecutors highlighting key evidence in one of the cases. FOX 9’s Soyoung Kim takes a deeper look at the case of Kyle Wagner, who faces charges including cyberstalking and threatening federal officers.
Minneapolis man speaks out after federally charged for resisting ICE raids
A Minneapolis man says his arrest on federal charges tied to immigration enforcement protests was unjustified and part of a broader effort to intimidate activists.
A Minneapolis man says his arrest on federal charges tied to immigration enforcement protests was unjustified and part of a broader effort to intimidate activists.
Protester defendant details arrest
FOX 9’s Maury Glover spoke with one protester facing charges related to allegedly impeding the actions of federal agents during Operation Metro Surge.
FOX 9’s Maury Glover spoke with one protester facing charges related to allegedly impeding the actions of federal agents during Operation Metro Surge.
Things to do in Minnesota: 5 things to do this weekend (June 19–21)
It's a big weekend in Minnesota, with barrel racing, block parties, brewery anniversaries, a bookish festival, outdoor markets, and live music stretching from Shakopee to Minneapolis.
It's a big weekend in Minnesota, with barrel racing, block parties, brewery anniversaries, a bookish festival, outdoor markets, and live music stretching from Shakopee to Minneapolis.
Minneapolis bathhouse ordinances move forward, head toward full council vote
A set of ordinances that could pave the way for Minneapolis to legalize venues such as bathhouses – where consenting adults can engage in sexual activity – moved a step closer toward approval on Tuesday.
A set of ordinances that could pave the way for Minneapolis to legalize venues such as bathhouses – where consenting adults can engage in sexual activity – moved a step closer toward approval on Tuesday.