MN Senate debate: Flanagan vs Tafoya clash
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Democratic nominee Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan and Republican nominee Michele Tafoya had their first debate Friday as they both battle for the U.S. Senate seat. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has more. 

Early voting begins in Minnesota
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Early in-person voting has started in Minnesota. FOX 9's Maury Glover caught up with some early voters in St. Louis Park. 

Metro Surge shootings: Feds stop sharing evidence with Minnesota investigators

A new pause in federal cooperation is again slowing Minnesota's review of the shooting deaths of Alex Pretti and Renee Good, and the shooting of Julio Sosa-Celis.

Feds halt MN Metro Surge shooting evidence
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Federal authorities have paused sharing critical evidence with Minnesota investigators looking into three Operation Metro Surge officer-involved shootings. According to new court filings, state and local officials say they are still waiting on key evidence, including the gun used to shoot Alex Pretti, cellphones, and recorded statements from federal agents. FOX 9's Emily Pofahl has more.

3M recalls 53k laminators over possible risk of overheating, fire

A brand of electric thermal laminators are being recalled because of a danger that they can overheat and catch fire, creating the potential for burns or fatal injuries. 

Oregon school shooting: Parent shot and killed suspect
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Authorities in Bend, Oregon provided updates on the Silver Rail Elementary School shooting that left three children and a teacher killed. 

Oregon school shooting: Gunman and some victims identified amid ongoing investigation

Officials shared new details about the Oregon school shooting, including victim identities, the suspect’s access to the school, and the courageous actions that helped end the attack.

Teacher tackles gunman during Bend, Oregon school shooting

An unnamed teacher threw her phone and tackled the gunman during a school shooting in Bend, Oregon, likely saving lives. Police called her actions "heroic."

Cold case arrest: Minnesota man charged in 1995 homicide in Iowa

Authorities arrested and charged a man they believe is responsible for the 1995 murder of a woman whose body was found along a creek in Iowa.

Minnetonka man found guilty of threatening to murder judges, elected officials

A Minnetonka man was found guilty of threatening to murder several federal judges and elected officials, the Department of Justice announced Friday.

Schools find loophole in Minnesota's ban on books
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Minnesota’s book-banning debate is drawing renewed attention after the Northwoods School in Cook reportedly banned 80 books. Political science professor David Schultz joins the discussion about Minnesota’s 2024 law and the state’s ranking on PEN America’s banned book report.

Bend, Oregon school shooting suspect identified

Here's what is known about the suspect in the deadly shooting at Silver Rail Elementary in Bend, Oregon.

Tall people meetup at Tom’s Watch Bar in Minneapolis
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A man searching for the tallest people in Minneapolis stopped by the Mall of America and invited tall residents to an event at Tom’s Watch Bar. The gathering is scheduled for 7 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 16. 

Free dental clinic for first responders
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White Smiles Dentistry held their inaugural free dental clinic for first responders in Albertville, MN.

St. Louis Park brewery celebrates Brewers' World Series trip
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The Milwaukee Brewers are heading to the World Series after sweeping the Los Angeles Dodgers. We visited Ullsperger Brewing in St. Louis Park, where they're celebrating the Brewers’ historic run and their Minnesota fan base.

Minnesota sexual assault law: What changed
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A former student’s lawsuit against Cornell University and others has sparked a national conversation about sexual assault and college campuses. Former Hennepin County prosecutor and University of Minnesota professor Amy Sweasy explains how Minnesota’s law differs from New York law when someone becomes voluntarily intoxicated and unable to clearly say yes or no.

How many books were banned in schools in your state?

School book bans rose to a five-year peak during the 2025-2026 school year. That’s according to the nonprofit PEN America, which tracks book bans across the nation.