MN weather: Storm chances Monday evening
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FOX 9 meteorologist Keith Marler has the latest forecast and update on storm chances in Minnesota on Monday. 

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Minnesota wildfires: Stewart Trail Fire containment grows to 62% as Gov. Walz plans visit

As firefighters continue making progress on the Stewart Trail wildfire near Two Harbors, Gov. Tim Walz is scheduled to meet with first responders and survey the fire damage Monday afternoon.

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Flanders Fire update: Crosslake Mayor on latest updates
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The Flanders fire in the Crow Wing State Forest is currently 20% contained. Officials say most of the active flames are now out, but there are still a lot of hot spots to watch for. Crosslake Mayor Jackson Purfeerst joins us live to give an update on the situation.

Flanders wildfire: Crow Wing County declares emergency due to fire

Fire crews continue working the Flanders wildfire on Monday, focusing on hot spots and reinforcing containment lines, according to the Crow Wing County Sheriff’s Office.

MN wildfire: Man arrested for shooting firefighting plane

Deputies have arrested a man for allegedly shooting at a firefighting plane that was working to battle a raging wildfire in northern Minnesota over the weekend.

MN wildfires: Crews working to contain active fires
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Fire crews are working to contain at least two active wildfires in Minnesota, the Flanders Fire in Crow Wing County and the Stewart Trail Fire in Two Harbors. FOX 9’s meteorologist Cody Matz has the latest. 

Minnesota 2026 legislative session ends: Recap
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The 2026 Minnesota legislative session is wrapping up, with lawmakers finalizing their work at the State Capitol. FOX 9’s Kelly O’Connell has the latest on what bills passed, and what didn’t make it over the finish line.    

MN weather: Storm chances returning Monday evening
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Expect a quiet and fairly cloudy Monday with highs in the 60s before storm chances return later in the evening. FOX 9 meteorologist Cody Matz has the forecast.

MN Capitol deadline: Lawmakers rush to finish business before session ends

The clock is ticking at the Minnesota State Capitol as lawmakers race to pass several high-profile bills before the legislative session ends at midnight.

MN wildfires: Crews work to contain burning fires
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Northern Minnesota is battling two major wildfires that have scorched thousands of acres and forced local residents to evacuate. In Crow Wing County, the Flanders Fire near the Brainerd Lakes area has grown to 1,700 acres and is currently 20% contained. Fire crews are attacking the blaze from the air and the ground.

Canadian officials confirm first Hantavirus case
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Officials in Canada have confirmed the country's first Hantavirus case. The person who tested positive was aboard the international cruise ship that had an outbreak, and they are now in the hospital.

Capitol crunch time: Minnesota lawmakers racing to pass bills before midight
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It's crunch time at the Minnesota State Capitol Sunday night as lawmakers work to pass bills before the end of the 2026 legislative session at midnight.

MN weather: Severe threat continues near Mankato
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FOX 9 Chief Meteorologist Ian Leonard is tracking severe weather Sunday night in southern Minnesota. There have been multiple tornado warnings near Mankato, and Leon Purvis checks in where he's experiencing heavy rain, strong winds and frequent lightning.

MN weather: Tornado warnings in southern Minnesota
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FOX 9 Chief Meteorologist Ian Leonard is tracking a bumpy night of severe weather in southern Minnesota. There have already been multiple tornado warnings near Mankato.

Tornado warning for Martin County until 7:45 p.m.
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FOX 9 Chief Meteorologist Ian Leonard is tracking a tornado-warned storm southwest of Mankato Sunday night. Areas impacted include Lewiston, Northrop and Truman.