Iran latest: US forces disable two Iranian vessels violating blockade

U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) released video Friday of U.S. forces disabling two Iranian-flagged unladen oil tankers attempting to pull into an Iranian port in the Gulf of Oman in violation of the ongoing U.S. blockade.

Red flag warning issued for 26 Minnesota counties due to wildfire risk

A red flag warning was issued for 26 counties in parts of central and northwest Minnesota due to extreme fire risk conditions. The warning is in effect from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Friday.

University of Minnesota throwers rewrite the record books
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University of Minnesota throwers Annie Nabwe and Hadley Streit come from different backgrounds but are both dominating in the same sport. FOX 9's Ahmad Hicks has the full story. 

Stillwater hosting 2026 Governor's Fishing Opener
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FOX 9's Jared Piepenburg spoke to Minnesota DNR Commissioner Sarah Strommen about Stillwater hosting the 2026 Minnesota Governor's Fishing Opener. 

Minnesota fishing opener begins this weekend
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FOX 9's Jared Piepenburg spoke with Explore Minnesota Executive Director Lauren McGinty about this year's fishing opener in Stillwater. 

Trump administration begins to release new UFO files to the public

The Pentagon on Friday released some never-before-seen images and video of Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) as part of a historical effort the Trump administration has vowed to declassify.

Gov. Walz previews fishing opener weekend in Stillwater
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Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz joins FOX 9 to preview the 2026 Fishing Opener, the unofficial kickoff to summer across the state. Thousands of anglers are expected on the water as Walz highlights the importance of fishing to Minnesota’s economy. The governor discusses plans to go fishing with legislative leaders and his family during the weekend. 

University of Minnesota hit by Canvas system hack
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A cyberattack targeting an educational program used by thousands of schools across the country is impacting the University of Minnesota, with hackers threatening to release user data unless a ransom is paid. FOX 9's Bill Keller has the latest details. 

MN weather: Bright and warmer Friday
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Expect a warmer Friday with partly cloudy skies and temperatures hovering around 70 degrees. FOX 9 meteorologist Cody Matz has the forecast. 

Minneapolis College sees growing demand of students seeking careers in trades

With the uncertainty of how artificial intelligence will impact jobs in the future, there is a growing trend of students turning to trade skills.

More MN students going for trade jobs due to AI
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More Minnesota students are gravitating towards trade jobs as AI emerges. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim has more. 

Target Field, HCMC employees call for lawmakers to save hospital

A lineup of employees from Target Field and Hennepin County Medical Center teamed up on Thursday in hopes that lawmakers can create a comeback for the hospital.

US Attorney Rosen roundtable with local sheriffs
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U.S. Attorney for Minnesota Daniel Rosen held a roundtable discussion with local law enforcement to share ways his office can help Minnesota peace officers. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has the full report.