Which Midwest state is the most blue-collar?
A new study set out to find how much of the country actually works blue-collar jobs.
A new study set out to find how much of the country actually works blue-collar jobs.
Which Midwest state is the scariest?
October is spooky season, and that means it's a time to have fun and get scared across the U.S. Many towns and states pride themselves on having the best haunted houses or scary folktales, but which Midwest state is actually considered the scariest?
October is spooky season, and that means it's a time to have fun and get scared across the U.S. Many towns and states pride themselves on having the best haunted houses or scary folktales, but which Midwest state is actually considered the scariest?
How many books were banned in schools in your state?
School book bans rose to a five-year peak during the 2025-2026 school year. That’s according to the nonprofit PEN America, which tracks book bans across the nation.
School book bans rose to a five-year peak during the 2025-2026 school year. That’s according to the nonprofit PEN America, which tracks book bans across the nation.
Which Midwest state is the most energy-efficient?
A study done by WalletHub found the most energy-efficient states in the country, which Midwest state landed at the top?
A study done by WalletHub found the most energy-efficient states in the country, which Midwest state landed at the top?
Minnesota water tower a favorite to win 'Tank of the Year'
The 2026 People's Choice Tank of the Year contest is open for voting and several Midwest water towers have been nominated.
The 2026 People's Choice Tank of the Year contest is open for voting and several Midwest water towers have been nominated.
College QB from MN recovering from major head injury
A quarterback at a North Dakota college, Mayville State, suffered a major head injury during a game, but he is slowly recovering. FOX 9's Maury Glover has more.
A quarterback at a North Dakota college, Mayville State, suffered a major head injury during a game, but he is slowly recovering. FOX 9's Maury Glover has more.
Tennessee grandmother sues Fargo after being held in jail for 6 months over AI mistake
A Tennessee grandmother has filed a federal lawsuit against the City of Fargo after she was wrongly held in jail for six months over a case of mistaken identity due to an AI mistake.
A Tennessee grandmother has filed a federal lawsuit against the City of Fargo after she was wrongly held in jail for six months over a case of mistaken identity due to an AI mistake.
Ranking adult literacy rates across the Midwest
The U.S. is facing a growing literacy crisis and some states are faring better than others. Here are where the Midwest states rank for their literacy levels.
The U.S. is facing a growing literacy crisis and some states are faring better than others. Here are where the Midwest states rank for their literacy levels.
Concrete-filled tote may contain infant's remains, Minot police say
Officers responding to a domestic violence call Saturday afternoon ended up uncovering what may be an unreported child death from years ago — with the infant's remains believed to be inside a concrete-filled tote.
Officers responding to a domestic violence call Saturday afternoon ended up uncovering what may be an unreported child death from years ago — with the infant's remains believed to be inside a concrete-filled tote.
Fargo-Moorhead's fight against Red River flooding
A massive flood diversion project is underway in the Fargo-Moorhead area. The executive director of the project, Jason Benson, joins FOX 9 All Day to provide an update on the construction.
A massive flood diversion project is underway in the Fargo-Moorhead area. The executive director of the project, Jason Benson, joins FOX 9 All Day to provide an update on the construction.
Childhood vaccination rates continue to fall, including in the Midwest
Childhood vaccination rates have again fallen, with many Midwest states' rates dropping below the national average and non-medical exemptions for vaccinations continuing to rise.
Childhood vaccination rates have again fallen, with many Midwest states' rates dropping below the national average and non-medical exemptions for vaccinations continuing to rise.
Two families sue North Dakota hospital on allegations babies were switched at birth
Two families are suing a North Dakota hospital, alleging hospital staff mistakenly switched two baby boys at birth more than 36 years ago.
Two families are suing a North Dakota hospital, alleging hospital staff mistakenly switched two baby boys at birth more than 36 years ago.
Drug ring 'muscle' man sentenced to 30 years in prison for Moorhead ransom kidnapping
A North Dakota man who authorities say was the "muscle" for a drug trafficking ring was sentenced to 30 years in prison for a brazen ransom kidnapping in Moorhead, Minn. where the victim was allegedly held over a $6,000 drug debt.
A North Dakota man who authorities say was the "muscle" for a drug trafficking ring was sentenced to 30 years in prison for a brazen ransom kidnapping in Moorhead, Minn. where the victim was allegedly held over a $6,000 drug debt.
Blowing dust triggers air quality alert for parts of Minnesota until Friday night
Strong winds and blowing dust in the forecast have led the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) to issue an air quality alert for the northwest and west central parts of the state until Friday night.
Strong winds and blowing dust in the forecast have led the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) to issue an air quality alert for the northwest and west central parts of the state until Friday night.
Isadora Wengel disappearance: Fargo police believe man dismembered body
The Fargo Police Department says it has arrested and charged a 21-year-old man in connection with the disappearance and death of Isadora Wengel.
The Fargo Police Department says it has arrested and charged a 21-year-old man in connection with the disappearance and death of Isadora Wengel.
Blizzard warning issued in Dakotas
Blizzard warnings are in effect for parts of both North and South Dakota, creating dangerous conditions for drivers on Thursday morning.
Blizzard warnings are in effect for parts of both North and South Dakota, creating dangerous conditions for drivers on Thursday morning.
Champlin man drowns saving dog stuck on ice during North Dakota hunting trip
A Minnesota man tragically drowned while trying to rescue a dog in the Eszlinger Waterfowl Production Area in North Dakota last week, according to the McIntosh County Sheriff's Office.
A Minnesota man tragically drowned while trying to rescue a dog in the Eszlinger Waterfowl Production Area in North Dakota last week, according to the McIntosh County Sheriff's Office.
Fargo apartment shooting homicide: 'Reckless conduct not acceptable'
Police say they believe the victim and potential suspect knew each other, and could be related to an earlier shooting in the area.
Police say they believe the victim and potential suspect knew each other, and could be related to an earlier shooting in the area.
North Dakota ban on gender-affirming care for children upheld by judge
North Dakota's ban on gender-affirming care for children was upheld by a judge on Wednesday.
North Dakota's ban on gender-affirming care for children was upheld by a judge on Wednesday.
How new research led to North Dakota tornado's EF5 upgrade
A powerful tornado struck Enderlin, North Dakota, on June 20, causing significant damage and leading to a rare EF5 classification after new research. Here's what went into the new research that led to the upgraded classification.
A powerful tornado struck Enderlin, North Dakota, on June 20, causing significant damage and leading to a rare EF5 classification after new research. Here's what went into the new research that led to the upgraded classification.