Minnesota YMCA campers rescued after being stranded in Canada by wildfires

Gov. Tim Walz said officials are working to rescue two groups of YMCA campers from Minnesota who were stranded near the United States-Canadian border in a remote area where wildfires are heavily burning.

Walz on rescue of YMCA campers caught in wildfires
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Two groups of YMCA campers from Minnesota are being rescued by the Canadian Air Force after being caught in the middle of the wildfires in the remote Canadian wilderness.

Daylight Saving Time bill passes House
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Clarifying long-held argument each spring and fall throughout the U.S., a new bill could make Daylight Saving Timer permanent across the country – erasing the need to change the clocks once and for all. FOX 9’s Cody Matz explains what this could mean for Minnesota if it’s ultimately approved.

Deadly ICE shootings: Advocates call for accountability
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After two deadly shootings during traffic stops in Maine and Texas, ICE has temporarily paused most vehicle stops. The policy change comes as advocates push for greater transparency and accountability following the fatal encounters. FOX's Kailey Schuyler has the latest.

FOX 9 Town Ball Tour heads across the border to River Falls, Wisconsin

This week, the FOX 9 Town Ball Tour heads just across the border to River Falls, Wis., as the Fighting Fish host the Hudson River Rats Wednesday night at First National Bank of River Falls Field.

US expands offensive with daytime strikes against Iran

The U.S. military launched another wave of strikes against Iran on Tuesday, continuing operations that resumed the previous evening. The daytime attacks marked an escalation in the campaign aimed at limiting Iran's ability to disrupt commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.

Walz to receive briefing on northern MN wildfires
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Gov. Tim Walz and Minnesota's Emergency Executive Council are scheduled to meet Wednesday for a briefing on the 17 active wildfires in northern Minnesota and vote on a possible 30-day extension of the state's executive peacetime emergency order.

ICE halts most vehicle stops after fatal shootings
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ICE has ordered officers to temporarily pause most vehicle stops during immigration enforcement operations except for the most serious criminal targets. The temporary policy change comes as two people were killed by ICE officers during traffic stops in Maine and Texas. 

Minnesota weather: Heat wave, air quality alerts continue Wednesday

Another hot day is ahead Wednesday as the heat wave continues and wildfire smoke affects air quality across parts of Minnesota.

MN weather: Heat wave, air quality alert Wednesday
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The heat wave continues Wednesday with another day of 90-degree temperatures across Minnesota. Wildfire smoke will also impact air quality as an extreme heat warning remains in effect. FOX 9 meteorologist Cody Matz has the forecast.

USA Cup: Heat forces shorter games, water breaks at youth soccer tournament

Thousands of young soccer players and fans are braving scorching temperatures at the Target USA Cup in Blaine, where organizers are working to keep everyone safe.

Target USA Cup kicks off during heat wave
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Mother Nature is bringing a heat wave to the Target USA Cup in Blaine this week as the largest youth soccer tournament in North America kicks off, drawing thousands of athletes from around world. FOX 9’s Maury Glover outlines what organizers are doing to make sure everyone stays safe during competition.

Minnesota man faces deportation ‘death sentence’
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A Minnesota man is facing deportation over decades-old felony convictions, but says if that happens, he’ll likely die because of his many health problems. FOX 9’s Mike Manzoni has the story. 

BWCA wildfires forces closure for 3rd time ever
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Numerous wildfires are raging in northern Minnesota, as fast-burning flames are forcing the entire Boundary Waters Canoe Area to close for only the third time ever. FOX 9’s Soyoung Kim is live from St. Louis County with the latest on containment efforts.

Supreme Court justices seek security funding in first Capitol Hill testimony in 7 years

Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett testified on Capitol Hill Tuesday, requesting a major security funding boost in the first Supreme Court testimony in 7 years.

Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool drained again for repairs after setbacks

The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool has been completely drained as crew members initiate another round of repairs following months of persistent complications at the iconic National Mall landmark.