Annual report ranks the best and worst states for 2026
Thinking about a fresh start somewhere new? A new ranking has revealed the best and worst states in 2026. Here's which state came out on top.
Thinking about a fresh start somewhere new? A new ranking has revealed the best and worst states in 2026. Here's which state came out on top.
Adam Thielen, Matt Boldy, Ryan Hartman headed to Brainerd PGA Tour stop at Cragun's
Some of Minnesota’s biggest sports names are trading their jerseys for golf clubs at the CRMC Championship in Brainerd later this month.
Some of Minnesota’s biggest sports names are trading their jerseys for golf clubs at the CRMC Championship in Brainerd later this month.
Summer heat, humidity creating sweaty corn in Midwest
There's been some record-breaking heat and humidity in some parts of the U.S. this summer, and in the Midwest, some of that is coming from the cornfields. FOX's Olivianna Calmes is in Illinois to explain corn sweat.
There's been some record-breaking heat and humidity in some parts of the U.S. this summer, and in the Midwest, some of that is coming from the cornfields. FOX's Olivianna Calmes is in Illinois to explain corn sweat.
Trump countering Iran's offer to reopen Strait of Hormuz
President Trump says the U.S. is being subtle with Iran in terms of negotiations and ramping up the economic pressure to end the conflict. Iranian leaders remain defiant and have a list of demands for reopening the Strait of Hormuz. FOX's Caroline Shively has the latest.
President Trump says the U.S. is being subtle with Iran in terms of negotiations and ramping up the economic pressure to end the conflict. Iranian leaders remain defiant and have a list of demands for reopening the Strait of Hormuz. FOX's Caroline Shively has the latest.
Lisa Demuth targets fraud, immigration policy in final pitch for Minnesota governor
Minnesota House Speaker Lisa Demuth laid out her plan to take on fraud as she makes her bid for Minnesota governor.
Minnesota House Speaker Lisa Demuth laid out her plan to take on fraud as she makes her bid for Minnesota governor.
Minnesota primary elections: Key under the radar races
Eleven current lawmakers are being challenged by members of their own parties, putting their positions at risk in Tuesday’s primary. Alongside the Hennepin County attorney race, these contests could lead to major changes in state leadership. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the story.
Eleven current lawmakers are being challenged by members of their own parties, putting their positions at risk in Tuesday’s primary. Alongside the Hennepin County attorney race, these contests could lead to major changes in state leadership. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the story.
Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan talks fraud, ICE reform, and Medicare for All ahead of primary
Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan joined FOX 9 All Day last week to discuss fraud, ICE reform, and Medicare for All ahead of Tuesday's primary as she's locked in a tight race for U.S. Senate.
Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan joined FOX 9 All Day last week to discuss fraud, ICE reform, and Medicare for All ahead of Tuesday's primary as she's locked in a tight race for U.S. Senate.
Hottest ZIP codes in 2026 where homes are selling the fastest
Which ZIP codes are drawing the highest buyer demand in 2026? Realtor.com’s latest rankings reveal where America’s hottest housing markets are.
Which ZIP codes are drawing the highest buyer demand in 2026? Realtor.com’s latest rankings reveal where America’s hottest housing markets are.
Orpheum Theatre begins nearly $6 million renovation
A nearly $6 million renovation is expanding Minneapolis’ Orpheum Theatre into Hennepin Arts’ neighboring 900 Hennepin building.
A nearly $6 million renovation is expanding Minneapolis’ Orpheum Theatre into Hennepin Arts’ neighboring 900 Hennepin building.
Why Alabama deputies were forced into rodeo duty
Deputies and officers wrangled a 1,500-pound bull near Pickens Academy on Friday after a foot pursuit along Highway 17.
Deputies and officers wrangled a 1,500-pound bull near Pickens Academy on Friday after a foot pursuit along Highway 17.
Minnesota primary 2026: Key races flying under the radar
As Minnesota’s primary races come to a close, some high-stakes contests are flying under the radar and could shake up the Capitol. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has more.
As Minnesota’s primary races come to a close, some high-stakes contests are flying under the radar and could shake up the Capitol. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has more.
Bat tests positive for rabies in Golden Valley: What to know
A bat found in Golden Valley has tested positive for rabies as bat activity peaks across Minnesota. Skedaddle founder and CEO Bill Dowd joins us to explain what to do if a bat gets inside your home and how to handle the situation safely. (Photo credit: Skedaddle Human Wildlife Control)
A bat found in Golden Valley has tested positive for rabies as bat activity peaks across Minnesota. Skedaddle founder and CEO Bill Dowd joins us to explain what to do if a bat gets inside your home and how to handle the situation safely. (Photo credit: Skedaddle Human Wildlife Control)
Trump's order on MMR vaccine schedule: Minnesota doctor weighs in
President Trump on Monday signed an executive order that would space out the vaccine schedule for measles, mumps and rubella. Dr. Madeleine Gagnon, interim president of the Minnesota chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics, joined FOX 9's All Day on Monday to provide her medical perspective.
President Trump on Monday signed an executive order that would space out the vaccine schedule for measles, mumps and rubella. Dr. Madeleine Gagnon, interim president of the Minnesota chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics, joined FOX 9's All Day on Monday to provide her medical perspective.
DOJ observers denied access to Hennepin, Ramsey polls, will be watched by state observers
Minnesota state officials will “watch the watchers” on primary day, monitoring Department of Justice observers outside polling locations in Hennepin and Ramsey counties after local officials denied them entry.
Minnesota state officials will “watch the watchers” on primary day, monitoring Department of Justice observers outside polling locations in Hennepin and Ramsey counties after local officials denied them entry.
Community mourns death of Jackie, Big Bear's cherished bald eagle
Big Bear’s beloved bald eagle, Jackie, has died after more than three weeks of intensive medical care.
Big Bear’s beloved bald eagle, Jackie, has died after more than three weeks of intensive medical care.
Vikings training camp: Night practice analysis from Pete Bercich
The Minnesota Vikings took training camp practice under the lights at TCO Stadium in Eagan Sunday night. After the practice, FOX 9 Sports Director Jim Rich and Pete Bercich from the Vikings Audio Network give their thoughts on what they saw, the quarterback situation, the defense and more.
The Minnesota Vikings took training camp practice under the lights at TCO Stadium in Eagan Sunday night. After the practice, FOX 9 Sports Director Jim Rich and Pete Bercich from the Vikings Audio Network give their thoughts on what they saw, the quarterback situation, the defense and more.
What led to St. Paul police shooting outside hospital
St. Paul police say an officer shot a man outside Regions Hospital after responding to a domestic assault call Monday morning.
St. Paul police say an officer shot a man outside Regions Hospital after responding to a domestic assault call Monday morning.
Burglary suspect hit by unoccupied Minnetonka PD squad car near George Floyd Square
Police say a suspect involved in a foot pursuit with authorities near George Floyd Square Monday morning was hit by an unoccupied Minnetonka Police Department squad car.
Police say a suspect involved in a foot pursuit with authorities near George Floyd Square Monday morning was hit by an unoccupied Minnetonka Police Department squad car.
Minnesota wildfires: Superior National Forest reopening 73% of BWCA campsites
Portions of Superior National Forest are reopening as firefighters make headway on several major wildfires sparked by July lightning strikes.
Portions of Superior National Forest are reopening as firefighters make headway on several major wildfires sparked by July lightning strikes.
Corgis race at Canterbury Park
Corgis took to the track at Canterbury Park on Sunday to race for a chance to compete in September against other dog breeds. Goose the corgi couldn't quite find his speed, and was the last to finish in the first heat.
Corgis took to the track at Canterbury Park on Sunday to race for a chance to compete in September against other dog breeds. Goose the corgi couldn't quite find his speed, and was the last to finish in the first heat.



















