Maple Grove girls' basketball coach, hall-of-famer Mark Cook placed on leave
Maple Grove Head Girls' Basketball Coach Mark Cook is on leave from his duties as a teacher and a coach, according to a spokesperson for Osseo Area Schools, who did not provide a reason for him being placed on leave.
Maple Grove Head Girls' Basketball Coach Mark Cook is on leave from his duties as a teacher and a coach, according to a spokesperson for Osseo Area Schools, who did not provide a reason for him being placed on leave.
Cuban Coast Guard kills 4, injures 6 in gunfire with Florida-based boat
A violent confrontation in Cuban territorial waters on Wednesday morning left four people dead and several others injured after a Florida-registered speedboat reportedly opened fire on Cuban authorities.
A violent confrontation in Cuban territorial waters on Wednesday morning left four people dead and several others injured after a Florida-registered speedboat reportedly opened fire on Cuban authorities.
Feds arrest 12 people linked to 'Family Mob' in Minneapolis, remove 3.5M doses of fentanyl
Twelve members of the "Family Mob" gang are now in custody after a massive drug bust in the Twin Cities where the FBI and local authorities seized 3.5 million lethal doses of fentanyl, methamphetamine, and guns. Here's what we know about the operation.
Twelve members of the "Family Mob" gang are now in custody after a massive drug bust in the Twin Cities where the FBI and local authorities seized 3.5 million lethal doses of fentanyl, methamphetamine, and guns. Here's what we know about the operation.
FBI busts Minneapolis 'Family Mob' drug ring
Federal and local law enforcement agencies announced the arrests of 12 individuals tied to the "Family Mob" gang in Minneapolis. Officials say the group operated an open-air drug market along the East Lake Street corridor and distributed enough fentanyl for 3.5 million lethal doses.
Federal and local law enforcement agencies announced the arrests of 12 individuals tied to the "Family Mob" gang in Minneapolis. Officials say the group operated an open-air drug market along the East Lake Street corridor and distributed enough fentanyl for 3.5 million lethal doses.
Jacob Frey: Minneapolis out $200 million after Operation Metro Surge
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey testified Wednesday at the State Capitol that the city has lost more than $200 million due to Operation Metro Surge. The ICE presence in Minneapolis forced local businesses to close, residents were afraid to leave their homes for basic needs. Small businesses are losing $10-$20 million per week, and the city has spent $6 million in police overtime.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey testified Wednesday at the State Capitol that the city has lost more than $200 million due to Operation Metro Surge. The ICE presence in Minneapolis forced local businesses to close, residents were afraid to leave their homes for basic needs. Small businesses are losing $10-$20 million per week, and the city has spent $6 million in police overtime.
Feds talk investigations in federal officers in MN
U.S. Attorney Daniel Rosen discussed whether federal prosecutors have reviewed any allegations of excessive force used by federal officers in Minnesota in recent weeks.
U.S. Attorney Daniel Rosen discussed whether federal prosecutors have reviewed any allegations of excessive force used by federal officers in Minnesota in recent weeks.
Feds set to ramp up fraud prosecutions in MN
U.S. Attorney Daniel Rosen talked about ramping up fraud prosecutions in Minnesota as the Department of Justice dedicates more resources to the department.
U.S. Attorney Daniel Rosen talked about ramping up fraud prosecutions in Minnesota as the Department of Justice dedicates more resources to the department.
Jacob Frey: Minneapolis out $200 million after Operation Metro Surge
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey testified Wednesday at the State Capitol that the city has lost more than $200 million due to Operation Metro Surge. The ICE presence in Minneapolis forced local businesses to close, residents were afraid to leave their homes for basic needs. Small businesses are losing $10-$20 million per week, and the city has spent $6 million in police overtime.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey testified Wednesday at the State Capitol that the city has lost more than $200 million due to Operation Metro Surge. The ICE presence in Minneapolis forced local businesses to close, residents were afraid to leave their homes for basic needs. Small businesses are losing $10-$20 million per week, and the city has spent $6 million in police overtime.
Kaohly Her: St. Paul businesses down 60-70% due to ICE operations
St. Paul Mayor Kaohly Her testified Wednesday at the State Capitol about the city's economic impacts after Operation Metro Surge. Her says some businesses are down 60-70 percent, they can't make rent and other measures are being taken to help small and local businesses. That includes delaying liquor license payments, and delaying city loan payments.
St. Paul Mayor Kaohly Her testified Wednesday at the State Capitol about the city's economic impacts after Operation Metro Surge. Her says some businesses are down 60-70 percent, they can't make rent and other measures are being taken to help small and local businesses. That includes delaying liquor license payments, and delaying city loan payments.
'RHOSLC' star Mary Cosby’s son, Robert Cosby Jr., dies at 23
Robert Cosby Jr., son of “Real Housewives of Salt Lake City" star Mary Cosby, has died at 23.
Robert Cosby Jr., son of “Real Housewives of Salt Lake City" star Mary Cosby, has died at 23.
Metallica announces Las Vegas Sphere residency
Metallica is bringing an eight-show “Life Burns Faster" residency to the Las Vegas Sphere later this year. Here's what to know.
Metallica is bringing an eight-show “Life Burns Faster" residency to the Las Vegas Sphere later this year. Here's what to know.
Town Ball Tour 2026 lineup
The FOX 9 Town Ball Tour returns for the ninth year, kicking off on June 10. Here's this year's lineup.
The FOX 9 Town Ball Tour returns for the ninth year, kicking off on June 10. Here's this year's lineup.
Nicholas Firkus murder conviction upheld by Minnesota Supreme Court
The Minnesota Supreme Court has upheld Nicholas Firkus’s conviction for first-degree premeditated murder in the 2010 shooting death of his wife, Heidi Firkus.
The Minnesota Supreme Court has upheld Nicholas Firkus’s conviction for first-degree premeditated murder in the 2010 shooting death of his wife, Heidi Firkus.
MN weather: Warmer end to the work week
FOX 9's Keith Marler shares an update to the Minnesota weather forecast for Feb. 25, 2026.
FOX 9's Keith Marler shares an update to the Minnesota weather forecast for Feb. 25, 2026.
Ellison outlines his plan to take on Medicaid fraud in Minnesota
AG Keith Ellison is pushing for a major expansion of Minnesota's Medicaid fraud unit. New legislation would add 18 specialized staffers and close legal loopholes used by fraudsters. See his full proposal here.
AG Keith Ellison is pushing for a major expansion of Minnesota's Medicaid fraud unit. New legislation would add 18 specialized staffers and close legal loopholes used by fraudsters. See his full proposal here.
Buc-ee’s is expanding to several new states; here’s where
Buc-ee’s is expanding into several states, with massive new locations set to open in 2026 and 2027.
Buc-ee’s is expanding into several states, with massive new locations set to open in 2026 and 2027.
Keith Ellison's proposal to fight fraud in MN: His full plan
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison and state lawmakers are introducing a revised anti-fraud bill to crack down on Medicaid scammers.
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison and state lawmakers are introducing a revised anti-fraud bill to crack down on Medicaid scammers.
MN DNR urges fish house owners to plan for removal before end of season
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is urging anglers to plan ahead for ice house removals as deadlines approach.
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is urging anglers to plan ahead for ice house removals as deadlines approach.
Crash compilation on slippery roads during freezing rain
Freezing rain on Tuesday led to slippery roads and dozens of crashes and spinouts on Twin Cities roadways. Here's a compilation of crashes from Feb. 25, 2026.
Freezing rain on Tuesday led to slippery roads and dozens of crashes and spinouts on Twin Cities roadways. Here's a compilation of crashes from Feb. 25, 2026.
Minnesota DNR announces year-round catch-and-release bass fishing season
Minnesota anglers will now be able to enjoy bass fishing year-round with a new catch-and-release season announced by the DNR.
Minnesota anglers will now be able to enjoy bass fishing year-round with a new catch-and-release season announced by the DNR.