Iran latest: Witkoff, Kushner heading to Pakistan to meet with Iran
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed that special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner will be heading to Pakistan to meet with Iran officials for peace negotiations.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed that special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner will be heading to Pakistan to meet with Iran officials for peace negotiations.
Minnesota lawmakers shootings: Prosecutor submits recommendation on if suspect should get death penalty
A federal prosecutor has submitted his recommendation on whether the Minnesota lawmaker shootings suspect should face the death penalty, but the content of the recommendation is not yet public.
A federal prosecutor has submitted his recommendation on whether the Minnesota lawmaker shootings suspect should face the death penalty, but the content of the recommendation is not yet public.
Black bear spotted in Cottage Grove neighborhood
A black bear was spotted roaming around in a Cottage Grove neighborhood on Friday, according to authorities.
A black bear was spotted roaming around in a Cottage Grove neighborhood on Friday, according to authorities.
Saturday is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day - How to safely dispose of unneeded medications
You can safely dispose of unneeded, unwanted, or expired medications this Saturday, April 25, during the National Prescription Drug Take Back Day and help prevent drug misuse and abuse.
You can safely dispose of unneeded, unwanted, or expired medications this Saturday, April 25, during the National Prescription Drug Take Back Day and help prevent drug misuse and abuse.
White House honey program expands with addition of new beehive on South Lawn
A new beehive crafted by a local artisan in the image of the White House has been installed on the South Lawn, expanding the White House honey program.
A new beehive crafted by a local artisan in the image of the White House has been installed on the South Lawn, expanding the White House honey program.
Dozens of ice cream products recalled over undeclared allergens posing 'life-threatening' risk
A California-based ice cream company is recalling dozens of products over missing ingredient labels that could put people with food allergies at risk.
A California-based ice cream company is recalling dozens of products over missing ingredient labels that could put people with food allergies at risk.
Ilhan Omar vinegar attack: Kazmierczak set to plead guilty in federal court
The man arrested for spraying Rep. Ilhan Omar with a syringe filled with apple cider vinegar at a town hall event in Minneapolis is set to plead guilty in federal court.
The man arrested for spraying Rep. Ilhan Omar with a syringe filled with apple cider vinegar at a town hall event in Minneapolis is set to plead guilty in federal court.
Wildfire in Georgia underscores climate change impact in Eastern US
As two significant brush fires have been burning in Georgia for the past week, experts say wildfires are becoming more intense and frequent on the East Coast.
As two significant brush fires have been burning in Georgia for the past week, experts say wildfires are becoming more intense and frequent on the East Coast.
Trump extends Jones Act waiver amid Iran war
President Trump has granted a 90-day Jones Act waiver in an effort to curb energy costs as the war with Iran continues.
President Trump has granted a 90-day Jones Act waiver in an effort to curb energy costs as the war with Iran continues.
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Pentagon gives update on Iran war, US blockade [FULL]
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Caine held a press briefing at the Pentagon on April 24, 2026. The briefing focused on the Iran war and the ongoing U.S. Navy blockade near the Strait of Hormuz.
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Caine held a press briefing at the Pentagon on April 24, 2026. The briefing focused on the Iran war and the ongoing U.S. Navy blockade near the Strait of Hormuz.
FOX 9 Morning News: April 24,2026
FOX 9 Morning News: April 24,2026
FOX 9 Morning News: April 24,2026
Hennepin County Medical Center: Officials discuss saving hospital
Federal funding cuts have put Hennepin County Medical Center is a dire financial situation, and state officials are one step closer to passing a plan that includes $150 million in state funding over the next two years to save the struggling hospital. The plan also includes increasing county sales tax.
Federal funding cuts have put Hennepin County Medical Center is a dire financial situation, and state officials are one step closer to passing a plan that includes $150 million in state funding over the next two years to save the struggling hospital. The plan also includes increasing county sales tax.
Extensive tornado damage in northern Oklahoma
Officials in Oklahoma say multiple people were trapped in their homes and storm shelters after a powerful tornado caused heavy damage. FOX 9's Jared Piepenburg has the latest details.
Officials in Oklahoma say multiple people were trapped in their homes and storm shelters after a powerful tornado caused heavy damage. FOX 9's Jared Piepenburg has the latest details.
War with Iran: Trump said he wants to take his time to reach deal
The U.S. military continues to clamp down on Iranian oil exports as President Trump said he plans to take his time to reach a deal with the regime.
The U.S. military continues to clamp down on Iranian oil exports as President Trump said he plans to take his time to reach a deal with the regime.
Minnesota weather: Bright and seasonable Friday with highs in the 60s
A quiet and seasonable Friday brings sunshine and highs in the 60s to the Twin Cities metro area.
A quiet and seasonable Friday brings sunshine and highs in the 60s to the Twin Cities metro area.
MN weather: Seasonable and bright Friday
Friday will bring sunshine and seasonable temperatures across Minnesota, with highs in the lower 60s in the Twin Cities metro area. FOX 9 meteorologist Jared Piepenburg has the forecast.
Friday will bring sunshine and seasonable temperatures across Minnesota, with highs in the lower 60s in the Twin Cities metro area. FOX 9 meteorologist Jared Piepenburg has the forecast.
Wolves after Game 3 win'Just playing Denver motivates us'
Timberwolves players Jaden McDaniels Ayo Dosunmu, Donte DiVincenzo and Rudy Gobert spoke with reporters after Thursday night's 113-96 win over the Denver Nuggets in the NBA Playoffs. The Timberwolves lead the series 2-1, with Game 4 set for Saturday night at Target Center.
Timberwolves players Jaden McDaniels Ayo Dosunmu, Donte DiVincenzo and Rudy Gobert spoke with reporters after Thursday night's 113-96 win over the Denver Nuggets in the NBA Playoffs. The Timberwolves lead the series 2-1, with Game 4 set for Saturday night at Target Center.
Chris Finch on Game 3 win: 'We came out and set the tone'
Timberwolves coach Chris Finch spoke with reporters after a 113-96 win over the Denver Nuggets Thursday night at Target Center. Minnesota takes a 2-1 series lead, with Game 4 set for Saturday night.
Timberwolves coach Chris Finch spoke with reporters after a 113-96 win over the Denver Nuggets Thursday night at Target Center. Minnesota takes a 2-1 series lead, with Game 4 set for Saturday night.
Caleb Banks on being drafted by Vikings: 'It's a blessing'
Florida defensive tackle Caleb Banks was drafted 18th overall by the Minnesota Vikings Thursday night in the NFL Draft. He spoke with reporters over Zoom after getting the call from Kevin O'Connell and Rob Brzezinski.
Florida defensive tackle Caleb Banks was drafted 18th overall by the Minnesota Vikings Thursday night in the NFL Draft. He spoke with reporters over Zoom after getting the call from Kevin O'Connell and Rob Brzezinski.
Bryant McKinnie joins FOX 9 Vikings Draft Special
Former Minnesota Vikings offensive lineman Bryant McKinnie was at Thursday night's NFL Draft party at U.S. Bank Stadium, and stopped by the FOX 9 Vikings Draft Special with Dawn Mitchell, Ahmad Hicks and Ron Johnson.
Former Minnesota Vikings offensive lineman Bryant McKinnie was at Thursday night's NFL Draft party at U.S. Bank Stadium, and stopped by the FOX 9 Vikings Draft Special with Dawn Mitchell, Ahmad Hicks and Ron Johnson.