Declassified UFO file: Walter Cronkite interview with NASA astronaut Gordon Cooper
On June 12, the Pentagon released a third set of declassified files on what NASA calls Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP), commonly referred to as unidentified flying objects (UFOs). One of the files released is an audio excerpt from a November 1962 interview journalist Walter Cronkite conducted with NASA astronaut Gordon Cooper. In the interview, Cronkite asks Cooper about his views regarding unidentified flying objects (UFOs). Cooper replies that “a large number of exceptionally well-qualified people have seen objects” without a “logical explanation.” He also speculates on the existence of other planets with atmospheres similar to Earth and maybe there are “some type of human life” out there.
On June 12, the Pentagon released a third set of declassified files on what NASA calls Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP), commonly referred to as unidentified flying objects (UFOs). One of the files released is an audio excerpt from a November 1962 interview journalist Walter Cronkite conducted with NASA astronaut Gordon Cooper. In the interview, Cronkite asks Cooper about his views regarding unidentified flying objects (UFOs). Cooper replies that “a large number of exceptionally well-qualified people have seen objects” without a “logical explanation.” He also speculates on the existence of other planets with atmospheres similar to Earth and maybe there are “some type of human life” out there.
MN weather: Friday noon update
FOX 9's Keith Marler has the noon Friday weather forecast update.
FOX 9's Keith Marler has the noon Friday weather forecast update.
Third batch of UFO files released by Pentagon
A third batch of declassified UFO files were released by the Pentagon Friday. The latest such release in the Trump administration's new wave of public disclosure of Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP).
A third batch of declassified UFO files were released by the Pentagon Friday. The latest such release in the Trump administration's new wave of public disclosure of Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP).
Minnesota lawmaker shootings: Brooklyn Park police increasing patrols during 1-year anniversary
Brooklyn Park residents can expect to see extra officer patrols this weekend as police say they will have an increased presence during the one-year anniversary of the Minnesota lawmaker shootings.
Brooklyn Park residents can expect to see extra officer patrols this weekend as police say they will have an increased presence during the one-year anniversary of the Minnesota lawmaker shootings.
Accused Charlie Kirk killer back in court, lawyers dispute bullet comment
The legal defense team for the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk want a judge to hold prosecutors in contempt for comments they made in the media about bullet fragments recovered from Kirk's body.
The legal defense team for the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk want a judge to hold prosecutors in contempt for comments they made in the media about bullet fragments recovered from Kirk's body.
President Trump cancels planned strikes on Iran, says deal to end war is close
President Trump called off planned strikes on Iran and said a deal to end the war has been all but finalized. Doug Luzader has the latest from Washington, D.C.
President Trump called off planned strikes on Iran and said a deal to end the war has been all but finalized. Doug Luzader has the latest from Washington, D.C.
Iran latest: Trump says US-Iran peace deal could be signed this weekend
After calling off new military strikes on Iran on Thursday, President Donald Trump told reporters a peace deal could be signed by both countries as soon as this weekend.
After calling off new military strikes on Iran on Thursday, President Donald Trump told reporters a peace deal could be signed by both countries as soon as this weekend.
MN weather: Breezy and sunny Friday, stray showers tonight
Friday is off to a breezy start with stray showers expected to pass through later tonight. FOX 9's Jared Piepenburg has the full forecast
Friday is off to a breezy start with stray showers expected to pass through later tonight. FOX 9's Jared Piepenburg has the full forecast
George Floyd Square redevelopment rejected: Minneapolis business owners left in limbo
The future of George Floyd Square remains uncertain after city leaders voted down a redevelopment proposal, leaving business owners frustrated by years of delays.
The future of George Floyd Square remains uncertain after city leaders voted down a redevelopment proposal, leaving business owners frustrated by years of delays.
Agape no longer a part of People's Way project
The Minneapolis City Council has voted against Agape being the developer for George Floyd Square. FOX 9's Leon Purvis has more.
The Minneapolis City Council has voted against Agape being the developer for George Floyd Square. FOX 9's Leon Purvis has more.
Police investigating '8647' vandalism on National Mall as threat against Trump
The National Mall in Washington D.C. was vandalized this week after photographers at the top of the Washington Monument saw the numbers "8647" marked into the lawn. The numbers are being treated as a threat to President Trump. The number 86 can refer to killing or eliminating something, and Trump is the 47th president. Authorities say grass samples have been taken for testing.
The National Mall in Washington D.C. was vandalized this week after photographers at the top of the Washington Monument saw the numbers "8647" marked into the lawn. The numbers are being treated as a threat to President Trump. The number 86 can refer to killing or eliminating something, and Trump is the 47th president. Authorities say grass samples have been taken for testing.
Minneapolis soccer fans celebrate World Cup kickoff
Soccer fans in the Twin Cities are celebrating as the 2026 World Cup gets underway, bringing the excitement of the world’s biggest sporting event right to their neighborhood.
Soccer fans in the Twin Cities are celebrating as the 2026 World Cup gets underway, bringing the excitement of the world’s biggest sporting event right to their neighborhood.
Minneapolis soccer fans celebrate World Cup kickoff
Soccer fans in the Twin Cities are celebrating as the 2026 World Cup gets underway, bringing the excitement of the world’s biggest sporting event right to their neighborhood. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has more.
Soccer fans in the Twin Cities are celebrating as the 2026 World Cup gets underway, bringing the excitement of the world’s biggest sporting event right to their neighborhood. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has more.
America 250 events in Minnesota: List
The United States will be celebrating its 250th birthday on July 4, and Minnesota has plenty of events for America 250.
The United States will be celebrating its 250th birthday on July 4, and Minnesota has plenty of events for America 250.
Minnesota lawmaker shootings: Klobuchar, Smith mark upcoming 1-year anniversary
U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith took the floor Thursday on Capitol Hill as we get closer to the June 14 anniversary of the shootings of state lawmakers Melissa Hortman and John Hoffman, and their spouses. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim has more.
U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith took the floor Thursday on Capitol Hill as we get closer to the June 14 anniversary of the shootings of state lawmakers Melissa Hortman and John Hoffman, and their spouses. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim has more.
Indiana man allegedly pulls gun on teens after they called him 'cute,' police say
An Indiana man is facing several charges after he allegedly pointed a gun at teenagers because they called him "cute."
An Indiana man is facing several charges after he allegedly pointed a gun at teenagers because they called him "cute."
University of Minnesota poised to sell Les Bolstad Golf Course for $30.5 million
The University of Minnesota is poised to sell Les Bolstad Golf Course to a residential developer with a $30. 5 proposal that is expected to be approved later this month.
The University of Minnesota is poised to sell Les Bolstad Golf Course to a residential developer with a $30. 5 proposal that is expected to be approved later this month.
OB-GYN group issues first-ever vaccine recommendations
A leading OB-GYN organization is breaking from federal vaccine guidance. The new schedule aligns with prior recommendations, before changes were made under the Trump administration.
A leading OB-GYN organization is breaking from federal vaccine guidance. The new schedule aligns with prior recommendations, before changes were made under the Trump administration.
Rush City Fly-In: Minnesota veteran parachute team to dive at 100 mph this Sunday
Aviation fans and families can look forward to a unique experience at the Rush City Fly-In this Sunday.
Aviation fans and families can look forward to a unique experience at the Rush City Fly-In this Sunday.
Minnesota veteran parachute team to dive in Rush City
A Minnesota veteran parachute team is set to dive 100 mph this weekend in Rush City. FOX 9's Tim Blotz has more.
A Minnesota veteran parachute team is set to dive 100 mph this weekend in Rush City. FOX 9's Tim Blotz has more.