South Dakota mayor, two children involved in paraglider crash that killed 8-year-old
A South Dakota mayor and his two children were involved in a paraglider crash northeast of Aberdeen on Wednesday, leaving his 8-year-old child dead.
A South Dakota mayor and his two children were involved in a paraglider crash northeast of Aberdeen on Wednesday, leaving his 8-year-old child dead.
Brown County crash: New Ulm woman dies after Highway 15 collision
A New Ulm woman died after her vehicle and a pickup truck were involved in a collision on Highway 15 in Brown County early Wednesday morning, according to the Minnesota State Patrol.
A New Ulm woman died after her vehicle and a pickup truck were involved in a collision on Highway 15 in Brown County early Wednesday morning, according to the Minnesota State Patrol.
Minnesota and Minneapolis minimum wages going up: Here are the new rates
The minimum wage is going up in Minnesota and Minneapolis in 2027. Here's a look at the new rates.
The minimum wage is going up in Minnesota and Minneapolis in 2027. Here's a look at the new rates.
El Niño: What it is, how it affects our weather
What is El Niño, where does it come from and how does it affect our weather? FOX 9 Meteorologist Cody Matz spoke with Dr. Kenny Blumenfeld, Minnesota, senior climatologist for the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources about how this year’s El Niño weather pattern could affect our winter.
What is El Niño, where does it come from and how does it affect our weather? FOX 9 Meteorologist Cody Matz spoke with Dr. Kenny Blumenfeld, Minnesota, senior climatologist for the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources about how this year’s El Niño weather pattern could affect our winter.
New fund helps Minnesota filmmakers bring stories to life
The new 10,000 Stories Fund is helping Minnesota filmmakers develop projects from the idea stage toward production. Explore Minnesota Film Deputy Director Nell Lawrenz-Wareham joins us to explain how the program works, why investing in local filmmakers matters and what it could mean for Minnesota's film industry.
The new 10,000 Stories Fund is helping Minnesota filmmakers develop projects from the idea stage toward production. Explore Minnesota Film Deputy Director Nell Lawrenz-Wareham joins us to explain how the program works, why investing in local filmmakers matters and what it could mean for Minnesota's film industry.
This winter's El Niño could be strongest on record
FOX 9 Meteorologist Cody Matz spoke with Dr. Kenny Blumenfeld, Minnesota, senior climatologist for the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources about what to know about this year’s El Niño weather pattern.
FOX 9 Meteorologist Cody Matz spoke with Dr. Kenny Blumenfeld, Minnesota, senior climatologist for the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources about what to know about this year’s El Niño weather pattern.
ICE wants to insure officers making immigration arrests
ICE is proposing to help cover liability insurance for state and local officers who assist with immigration enforcement. Civil rights attorney Andrew Noel joins us to explain how the proposal could affect officers and what protections it would provide
ICE is proposing to help cover liability insurance for state and local officers who assist with immigration enforcement. Civil rights attorney Andrew Noel joins us to explain how the proposal could affect officers and what protections it would provide
ICE shootings: Where do Minnesota’s criminal investigations stand?
Several federal agents are currently under state investigation for their use of force during Operation Metro Surge, including those involved in the deadly shootings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti.
Several federal agents are currently under state investigation for their use of force during Operation Metro Surge, including those involved in the deadly shootings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti.
Boom Island mass shooting: 40 year prison sentence after shots kill mother, wound 5 others
A man who was arrested in Chicago after police say he fired the shots that killed a young mother and left five other people wounded signed a plea deal in Hennepin County Court.
A man who was arrested in Chicago after police say he fired the shots that killed a young mother and left five other people wounded signed a plea deal in Hennepin County Court.
Hayden Panettiere boyfriend Brian Hickerson’s attorney issues statement on her death: Report
Brian Hickerson’s attorney is speaking out following Hayden Panettiere’s death, as authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding her death, according to TMZ.
Brian Hickerson’s attorney is speaking out following Hayden Panettiere’s death, as authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding her death, according to TMZ.
MN weather: Thursday afternoon update
FOX 9's Cody Matz has the latest Thursday forecast.
FOX 9's Cody Matz has the latest Thursday forecast.
College students can now pay tuition with PayPal or Venmo at some universities
Some universities are now allowing students and their families to pay tuition through PayPal and Venmo. Here's what to know.
Some universities are now allowing students and their families to pay tuition through PayPal and Venmo. Here's what to know.
Sanitation worker dies after falling from truck on first day on job
A South Carolina sanitation worker died after falling from the rear platform of a garbage truck on his first day on the job.
A South Carolina sanitation worker died after falling from the rear platform of a garbage truck on his first day on the job.
Honolulu bill could fine, jail homeless residents over shopping cart use
Honolulu is considering a crackdown on unauthorized shopping cart use, with penalties of up to $2,000 and 30 days in jail. Critics warn the proposal could hit homeless residents hardest.
Honolulu is considering a crackdown on unauthorized shopping cart use, with penalties of up to $2,000 and 30 days in jail. Critics warn the proposal could hit homeless residents hardest.
‘My life is over’: Ramsey County sergeant, canine shot at during attempted stop
A New Brighton man faces several charges after he allegedly shot at a Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office Sergeant and his canine partner.
A New Brighton man faces several charges after he allegedly shot at a Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office Sergeant and his canine partner.
Alleged gang members agree to skip Minnesota State Fair
Several alleged gang members have agreed to stay away from the 2026 Minnesota State Fair and a designated “safety area” surrounding the fairgrounds. The agreement comes amid a lawsuit filed by Ramsey County and the Minnesota Attorney General’s Office seeking to keep alleged gangs away from the fair. FOX 9’s Chenue Her reports.
Several alleged gang members have agreed to stay away from the 2026 Minnesota State Fair and a designated “safety area” surrounding the fairgrounds. The agreement comes amid a lawsuit filed by Ramsey County and the Minnesota Attorney General’s Office seeking to keep alleged gangs away from the fair. FOX 9’s Chenue Her reports.
Gov. Tim Walz visits Vikings training camp
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz visited Vikings training camp, where the former coach reflected on his coaching days, his relationship with the organization and the team’s role in the community.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz visited Vikings training camp, where the former coach reflected on his coaching days, his relationship with the organization and the team’s role in the community.
Mille Lacs County crash kills 1, alcohol suspected to be a factor
A head-on crash on Highway 95 in Mille Lacs County left one person dead and three others hurt Wednesday afternoon.
A head-on crash on Highway 95 in Mille Lacs County left one person dead and three others hurt Wednesday afternoon.
Karmelo Anthony seeks new trial in track meet stabbing
Karmelo Anthony's attorneys are asking a judge to throw out his murder conviction and grant him a new trial in the killing of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf. The hearing comes after Anthony's defense successfully sought the removal of the judge who presided over his original trial. FOX's Sarah Alegre reports.
Karmelo Anthony's attorneys are asking a judge to throw out his murder conviction and grant him a new trial in the killing of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf. The hearing comes after Anthony's defense successfully sought the removal of the judge who presided over his original trial. FOX's Sarah Alegre reports.
Minnesota drought: Nearly half of state experiencing severe drought
The Minnesota DNR said 45% of the state is under a severe drought, and for the first time in three years, some parts of the state are in extreme drought.
The Minnesota DNR said 45% of the state is under a severe drought, and for the first time in three years, some parts of the state are in extreme drought.