Trump accounts could give 'thousands free money'
Speaking in front of a crowd in Georgia on Wednesday, President Trump says his new “trump accounts” could give thousands of Americans a leg up at birth, saying “the government is finally giving money back to our children,” while claiming that more than seven million have already signed up for the accounts.
Speaking in front of a crowd in Georgia on Wednesday, President Trump says his new “trump accounts” could give thousands of Americans a leg up at birth, saying “the government is finally giving money back to our children,” while claiming that more than seven million have already signed up for the accounts.
Minnesota 988 mental health lifeline calls triple since 2022 launch
More Minnesotans are reaching out for mental health support, as the 988 Minnesota Lifeline's latest data shows that calls and texts to its lifeline continue to climb since its launch.
More Minnesotans are reaching out for mental health support, as the 988 Minnesota Lifeline's latest data shows that calls and texts to its lifeline continue to climb since its launch.
Iran not ‘ready to make a deal’: Trump
Speaking about the current conflict in the Middle East, President Trump said on Wednesday that Iran “wasn’t ready to make a deal” though they “want to” while touting the current state of the stock market and inflation.
Speaking about the current conflict in the Middle East, President Trump said on Wednesday that Iran “wasn’t ready to make a deal” though they “want to” while touting the current state of the stock market and inflation.
Nolan Wells death: Independent autopsy says foul play can't be ruled out
New preliminary findings from an independent autopsy in the death of 18-year-old Nolan Wells say the cause of death remains undetermined pending further investigation. The pathologist also said non-accidental factors, including foul play, cannot be ruled out.
New preliminary findings from an independent autopsy in the death of 18-year-old Nolan Wells say the cause of death remains undetermined pending further investigation. The pathologist also said non-accidental factors, including foul play, cannot be ruled out.
Fish population impacted by historic heat
The historic heat wave across Minnesota is impacting the fish population. Hundreds of fish, mostly northern pike, are washing up on lakeshores across the state.
The historic heat wave across Minnesota is impacting the fish population. Hundreds of fish, mostly northern pike, are washing up on lakeshores across the state.
‘Don’t need Straight of Hormuz’: Trump
Offering an update on military operations in the Middle East, President Trump proclaimed on Wednesday that U.S. oil operations “don’t need the Straight of Hormuz” as strikes continue to ensure the passage remains open for trade vessels.
Offering an update on military operations in the Middle East, President Trump proclaimed on Wednesday that U.S. oil operations “don’t need the Straight of Hormuz” as strikes continue to ensure the passage remains open for trade vessels.
Rock Ridge principal, teacher charged with sexually abusing student over 2 years
A former teacher and principal at Rock Ridge Schools is accused of sexually abusing a student over several years, according to a criminal complaint filed in St. Louis County District Court.
A former teacher and principal at Rock Ridge Schools is accused of sexually abusing a student over several years, according to a criminal complaint filed in St. Louis County District Court.
Champlin PD issues warning after e-moto involved in close call on highway
The Champlin Police Department issued a public warning Tuesday morning after two children on an electric motorcycle illegally turned in front of a truck on the highway and were nearly struck.
The Champlin Police Department issued a public warning Tuesday morning after two children on an electric motorcycle illegally turned in front of a truck on the highway and were nearly struck.
Minnesota wildfires: Superior National Forest working to reopen parts of BWCA
Superior National Forest officials say they are working to reopen parts of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area as the closure remains in place due to the wildfires burning in northern Minnesota.
Superior National Forest officials say they are working to reopen parts of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area as the closure remains in place due to the wildfires burning in northern Minnesota.
MN wildfires latest: Crews gain ground after rain
Superior National Forest and U.S. Forest Service officials give a briefing on the status of the fight against multiple wildfires burning in northern Minnesota. The latest updates show that there have been major gains in containment for some of the fires. Thanks to recent cooler temperatures and precipitation, fire behavior has moderated across the region. However, officials warn that the area remains in a drought, and they anticipate a return to elevated fire behavior as hot, dry, and windy conditions approach.
Superior National Forest and U.S. Forest Service officials give a briefing on the status of the fight against multiple wildfires burning in northern Minnesota. The latest updates show that there have been major gains in containment for some of the fires. Thanks to recent cooler temperatures and precipitation, fire behavior has moderated across the region. However, officials warn that the area remains in a drought, and they anticipate a return to elevated fire behavior as hot, dry, and windy conditions approach.
Gophers star Darius Taylor focused on 2026 amid 5-for-5 rule
Gophers running back Darius Taylor is one of a few players still eligible for the 2027 season due to the NCAA's new 5-for-5 rule. If he stays healthy and has a productive season, he could head to the NFL Draft. Taylor spoke about his future at local media day.
Gophers running back Darius Taylor is one of a few players still eligible for the 2027 season due to the NCAA's new 5-for-5 rule. If he stays healthy and has a productive season, he could head to the NFL Draft. Taylor spoke about his future at local media day.
Minneapolis mass shooting: City council evaluating Reign nightclub's liquor license
The Minneapolis City Council is reevaluating the liquor license for Reign nightclub in Uptown after a mass shooting left nine people hurt over the weekend.
The Minneapolis City Council is reevaluating the liquor license for Reign nightclub in Uptown after a mass shooting left nine people hurt over the weekend.
MN weather: Wednesday afternoon forecast update
FOX 9 meteorologist Jared Piepenburg has the latest Wednesday afternoon forecast.
FOX 9 meteorologist Jared Piepenburg has the latest Wednesday afternoon forecast.
Superior National Forest working to reopen parts of BWCA
Superior National Forest Supervisor Tom Hall said he was working outlined the status of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area closure and plans to reopen parts of the BWCA amid the wildfires fight.
Superior National Forest Supervisor Tom Hall said he was working outlined the status of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area closure and plans to reopen parts of the BWCA amid the wildfires fight.
Gophers DL Anthony Smith: 'I want to be a unicorn'
The Gophers football team held its local media day on Wednesday, and star defensive lineman Anthony Smith is back for his final season. He's one of the leaders on the defense, and says he wants to be a unicorn on the line with his skillset.
The Gophers football team held its local media day on Wednesday, and star defensive lineman Anthony Smith is back for his final season. He's one of the leaders on the defense, and says he wants to be a unicorn on the line with his skillset.
How much can you save on gas by slowing down?
New study from the University of Minnesota looks at how much money drivers can save by going the speed limit.
New study from the University of Minnesota looks at how much money drivers can save by going the speed limit.
Gophers QB Drake Lindsey on NFL Draft buzz: 'I'm focused on my guys'
The Gophers football team held its local media day Wednesday on campus, and quarterback Drake Lindsey talked about offseason buzz that he could be a first round pick in next year's NFL Draft.
The Gophers football team held its local media day Wednesday on campus, and quarterback Drake Lindsey talked about offseason buzz that he could be a first round pick in next year's NFL Draft.
Luverne’s nutcracker statue could beat Guinness World Record as tallest
The talk of the town in Luverne, Minnesota, could soon be a world record holder as the world’s tallest nutcracker statue.
The talk of the town in Luverne, Minnesota, could soon be a world record holder as the world’s tallest nutcracker statue.
P.J. Fleck enters Year 10 with Gophers: ‘I have the best job in the world’
The University of Minnesota football team held its local media day Wednesday on campus. The Gophers start Year 10 under P.J. Fleck next week with fall camp. The season opens Thursday, Sept. 3 against Eastern Illinois at Huntington Bank Stadium.
The University of Minnesota football team held its local media day Wednesday on campus. The Gophers start Year 10 under P.J. Fleck next week with fall camp. The season opens Thursday, Sept. 3 against Eastern Illinois at Huntington Bank Stadium.
Woman's remains identified by DNA in Virginia, exposing second alleged murder linked to same 4 suspects
DNA analysis identified a woman months after her remains were found, linking her death to four suspects in a second Virginia murder.
DNA analysis identified a woman months after her remains were found, linking her death to four suspects in a second Virginia murder.