Hennepin County Medical center facing closure: County board meets on hospital's future
The Hennepin County Board is holding a special closed-door meeting to discuss the future of the struggling Hennepin County Medical Center (HCMC). As the state's premier Level One trauma center and a crucial safety-net hospital, HCMC has operated at a loss for seven of the last eight years. Without a swift funding solution, the hospital could close as soon as this summer.
The Hennepin County Board is holding a special closed-door meeting to discuss the future of the struggling Hennepin County Medical Center (HCMC). As the state's premier Level One trauma center and a crucial safety-net hospital, HCMC has operated at a loss for seven of the last eight years. Without a swift funding solution, the hospital could close as soon as this summer.
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MN leaders push to protect local medical care access [FULL]
Hospital CEOs, leaders, and bipartisan lawmakers gathered at the Minnesota Capitol to urge action on HF 3609 in order to protect access to essential local health services before the legislative session ends.
Hospital CEOs, leaders, and bipartisan lawmakers gathered at the Minnesota Capitol to urge action on HF 3609 in order to protect access to essential local health services before the legislative session ends.
MN weather: Tuesday afternoon forecast update
Temperatures in the Twin Cities metro will top out around 72 degrees before falling slightly this afternoon. FOX 9 meteorologist Keith Marler has the latest Tuesday afternoon forecast.
Temperatures in the Twin Cities metro will top out around 72 degrees before falling slightly this afternoon. FOX 9 meteorologist Keith Marler has the latest Tuesday afternoon forecast.
Minnesota Frost vs. Montreal Victoire: How to watch, stream PWHL Playoff Game 5 Tuesday
The Minnesota Frost take on Montreal Victoire in the decisive Game 5 of the PWHL playoff series — a game you can watch on FOX 9+ and streaming on FOX LOCAL.
The Minnesota Frost take on Montreal Victoire in the decisive Game 5 of the PWHL playoff series — a game you can watch on FOX 9+ and streaming on FOX LOCAL.
Eden Prairie townhome arsonist hit with 15 year prison sentence
Abdirahman Abdi Abdullahi was sentenced to 15 years in prison for setting fire to an Eden Prairie townhome in May 2024 that left a nine-month-old baby fighting for their life.
Abdirahman Abdi Abdullahi was sentenced to 15 years in prison for setting fire to an Eden Prairie townhome in May 2024 that left a nine-month-old baby fighting for their life.
Cambridge police: Gunman terrorized motorists in shooting rampage that left two people injured
A Boston man is in custody after Massachusetts police say he started randomly firing rounds from an assault-style rifle on a busy roadway in Cambridge.
A Boston man is in custody after Massachusetts police say he started randomly firing rounds from an assault-style rifle on a busy roadway in Cambridge.
6 people, including 14-year-old, found dead in Laredo train car likely killed by Texas heat
Authorities have identified five of the six people found dead inside a shipping container at a South Texas rail yard, including a 14-year-old boy, officials said Tuesday.
Authorities have identified five of the six people found dead inside a shipping container at a South Texas rail yard, including a 14-year-old boy, officials said Tuesday.
CPI report: April inflation jumped at fastest rate in three years
As the war in Iran carries on, prices rose for Americans in April at the fastest rate since May 2023.
As the war in Iran carries on, prices rose for Americans in April at the fastest rate since May 2023.
Green Line LRT: Wooing the suburban riders
Final testing is underway for Metro Transit's Green Line extension, but the agency now faces the challenge of convincing suburban riders to use it. Nick Halter from Axios Twin Cities joins FOX 9 Morning News to discuss the factors impacting riders.
Final testing is underway for Metro Transit's Green Line extension, but the agency now faces the challenge of convincing suburban riders to use it. Nick Halter from Axios Twin Cities joins FOX 9 Morning News to discuss the factors impacting riders.
Red flag warning issued for 35 Minnesota counties due to wildfire risk
A red flag warning has been issued for 35 Minnesota counties on Tuesday due to extreme fire risk conditions.
A red flag warning has been issued for 35 Minnesota counties on Tuesday due to extreme fire risk conditions.
Former NFL quarterback Craig Morton dies at 83
Former Broncos and Cowboys quarterback Craig Morton has died at the age of 83.
Former Broncos and Cowboys quarterback Craig Morton has died at the age of 83.
Minnesota weather: A windy and seasonably mild day Tuesday
A slightly warmer and breezy day brings a mix of sunshine and clouds to Minnesota on Tuesday.
A slightly warmer and breezy day brings a mix of sunshine and clouds to Minnesota on Tuesday.
MN weather: Windy and seasonably mild Tuesday
Expect a warmer start Tuesday, followed by slightly cooler and windy conditions later in the day. FOX 9 meteorologist Cody Matz has the forecast.
Expect a warmer start Tuesday, followed by slightly cooler and windy conditions later in the day. FOX 9 meteorologist Cody Matz has the forecast.
Michael McCarron calls Josh Manson 'dirty player' in Game 4 loss
Minnesota Wild center Michael McCarron called Josh Manson of the Colorado Avalanche a dirty player after Game 4 Monday night. Manson was assessed a four-minute double minor in the first period after hitting McCarron with the butt end of his stick. McCarron, Jesper Wallstedt, Matt Boldy and Nico Sturm spoke from the locker room after Monday's loss. The Wild trails the best-of-seven series 3-1, and they face elimination at Denver Wednesday night.
Minnesota Wild center Michael McCarron called Josh Manson of the Colorado Avalanche a dirty player after Game 4 Monday night. Manson was assessed a four-minute double minor in the first period after hitting McCarron with the butt end of his stick. McCarron, Jesper Wallstedt, Matt Boldy and Nico Sturm spoke from the locker room after Monday's loss. The Wild trails the best-of-seven series 3-1, and they face elimination at Denver Wednesday night.
Wild lose Game 4 to Avalanche 5-2, face elimination Wednesday night
Minnesota Wild coach John Hynes speaks with reporters after a 5-2 loss in Game 4 of the Western Conference Semifinals Monday night at Grand Casino Arena. The Wild trails the best-of-seven series 3-1, and faces elimination Wednesday night in Denver.
Minnesota Wild coach John Hynes speaks with reporters after a 5-2 loss in Game 4 of the Western Conference Semifinals Monday night at Grand Casino Arena. The Wild trails the best-of-seven series 3-1, and faces elimination Wednesday night in Denver.
Bill to expand meat raffle prizes hits snag in Minnesota House
One of the more popular ideas at the Capitol this year may get stopped short of the finish line.
One of the more popular ideas at the Capitol this year may get stopped short of the finish line.
Champlin City Council race: Death threats, harassment claims mar Ward 3 special election
Champlin is preparing for a heated city council election as voters prepare to head to the polls on Tuesday.
Champlin is preparing for a heated city council election as voters prepare to head to the polls on Tuesday.
Minneapolis considering pilot program that uses drones as first responders
Minneapolis could soon join other Minnesota cities using drones to help first responders get a real-time look at emergencies before arriving on scene.
Minneapolis could soon join other Minnesota cities using drones to help first responders get a real-time look at emergencies before arriving on scene.
Champlin City Council special election surrounded by social media drama
Voters will head to the polls in Champlin on Tuesday for a special election to pick their next city council member. The race is getting an unusual amount of attention, with accusations of harassment, death threats and a fight over Facebook pages. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has the story.
Voters will head to the polls in Champlin on Tuesday for a special election to pick their next city council member. The race is getting an unusual amount of attention, with accusations of harassment, death threats and a fight over Facebook pages. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has the story.
Minneapolis considering using drones as first responders to 911 calls
The Minneapolis Police Department is considering joining a small, but growing trend in Minnesota. On Wednesday, city staff will present a drones as first responders pilot program to the public health, safety and equity committee. FOX 9's Maury Glover has more.
The Minneapolis Police Department is considering joining a small, but growing trend in Minnesota. On Wednesday, city staff will present a drones as first responders pilot program to the public health, safety and equity committee. FOX 9's Maury Glover has more.