Minnesota DHS failed to investigate kickback complaints in autism program: Auditor

A new auditor's report found that the Department of Human Services failed to investigate three reports of kickbacks in the state's autism program. DHS officials claimed they lack the authority to investigate but the auditor disagreed. Read more here.

Minnesota DHS failed to investigate kickbacks: auditor
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A new auditor's report finds that the Minnesota DHS failed to investigate three complaints of kickbacks in the state's autism program.

MN bill seeks to curb license plate data misuse [RAW]
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Rep. Brad Tabke and the ACLU of Minnesota announced a bill to restrict how license plate data is collected and shared across the state. The proposal would require warrants for certain access, limit how data is used and stored, and add new rules for private companies.

MN District 196 closes schools over voicemail threats
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Schools in Minnesota’s Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan School District 196 are closed after multiple voicemail threats were discovered early Tuesday morning. Police say the threats have not been confirmed as credible but have not been ruled out. The investigation remains ongoing.

Funeral service set for Nicole Amor, Minnesota soldier killed in Iran operation

Funeral services have been set for Sgt. First Class Nicole Amor, the Minnesota soldier killed serving her country during the Iran operation. Click here to see how you can pay tribute to our local fallen soldier.

Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan School District 196 closed Tuesday following 'threats'

All schools in the Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan School District 196 are closed "out of an abundance of caution" Tuesday after multiple schools received voicemail threats, district officials announced.

Minnesota weather: Cold Tuesday with light snow later in the day

A calm but chilly in Minnesota Tuesday gives way to light snow by the evening before warmer temperatures arrive midweek.

MN weather: Dash of light snow later on Tuesday
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A quiet and cold Tuesday gives way to increasing clouds and the chance for light snow later in the afternoon and evening. FOX 9 meteorologist Cody Matz has the full forecast. 

Bloomington choir group stuck in California
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Recent storms left a high school choir from the Twin Cities metro stuck in California. Now they’re raising money to try to get back home. FOX 9’s Maury Glover has the story.

Ramsey County offers to help tackle statewide fraud, but needs more resources

The Ramsey County Attorney's Office said it could help combat statewide fraud by prosecuting more complex cases, but needs additional resources.

Ramsey Co. Attorney addresses statewide fraud
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The Ramsey County Attorney’s Office says it can do more to help fight statewide fraud, but it needs more resources to help. FOX 9’s Mike Manzoni spoke with Ramsey County Attorney John Choi to learn more about how his office wants to tackle bigger fraud cases.

Senators press Minnesota DHS leaders at hearing
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The Minnesota Senate Human Services Committee pressed Department of Human Services leadership on their handling of fraud and the resulting impact on care for vulnerable residents.

Gopher women's basketball gets ready to host NCAA Tournament
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The Gophers women's basketball team is hosting a first and second round regional at Williams Arena. FOX 9 Sports Director Jim Rich explains what it means for the program as they get ready to face Green Bay Friday night.

Annunciation shooting prompts stronger push for school threat alerts
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Parents and victims of the Annunciation Church mass shooting are frustrated by the lack of support for new gun safety laws. Nicole Hockley, a Sandy Hook victim's mother, advocates for an anonymous school threat reporting system. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the story.

What does Kyler Murray signing mean for Vikings QB situation?
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The Minnesota Vikings made a splash last week, signing Kyler Murray to a one-year deal to add to the quarterback room. What does Murray's signing mean for J.J. McCarthy? Former NFL QB Rich Gannon joined Jim Rich Sunday night on FOX 9 Sports Now to talk about what the move means for the Vikings going forward.

Minneapolis cleans up after March snowstorm
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After a March snowstorm dropped inches of snow on the Twin Cities. Monday, people were out enjoying the powder and cleaning up.

Gopher women's basketball gets ready to host NCAA Tournament
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The Gophers women's basketball team is hosting a first and second round regional at Williams Arena. FOX 9 Sports Director Jim Rich explains what it means for the program as they get ready to face Green Bay Friday night.