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Slick spots, crashes reported on MN roads [7 a.m. update]
A slower commute is expected on Tuesday, with varying road conditions. Some roadways are just wet or slushy, while others are covered in ice. Meanwhile, there are some sneaky, slick spots. Several incidents have already been reported on Twin Cities metro area roads, with some vehicles going off the road.
A slower commute is expected on Tuesday, with varying road conditions. Some roadways are just wet or slushy, while others are covered in ice. Meanwhile, there are some sneaky, slick spots. Several incidents have already been reported on Twin Cities metro area roads, with some vehicles going off the road.
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MN weather: Slippery spots as rain ends [6:30 a.m. update]
More Twin Cities roadways are covered in ice, especially in the western half of the metro, according to MnDOT's website. This is causing incidents on area roadways. Expect a slow morning commute. In addition to icy highways, there are sneaky slick spots across the region due to rain overnight. Secondary surfaces (sidewalks, driveways, parking lots) are expected to be slippery too.
More Twin Cities roadways are covered in ice, especially in the western half of the metro, according to MnDOT's website. This is causing incidents on area roadways. Expect a slow morning commute. In addition to icy highways, there are sneaky slick spots across the region due to rain overnight. Secondary surfaces (sidewalks, driveways, parking lots) are expected to be slippery too.
Minnesota weather: Rain and freezing rain done early for a quiet Tuesday
Rain and freezing rain will clear early Tuesday, leaving behind a cloudy and damp day across Minnesota.
Rain and freezing rain will clear early Tuesday, leaving behind a cloudy and damp day across Minnesota.
MN weather: Rain, freezing rain exits for quiet Tuesday
Rain and freezing rain will clear early Tuesday morning, leaving behind a cloudy and damp day across Minnesota. FOX 9 meteorologist Cody Matz has the full forecast.
Rain and freezing rain will clear early Tuesday morning, leaving behind a cloudy and damp day across Minnesota. FOX 9 meteorologist Cody Matz has the full forecast.
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MN weather: Slick spots on Twin Cities roads [6 a.m. update]
Several incidents have been reported on Twin Cities roadways on Tuesday as traffic volume ticks up during the morning commute. Rain earlier has led to sneaky, slick spots on highways and secondary surfaces.
Several incidents have been reported on Twin Cities roadways on Tuesday as traffic volume ticks up during the morning commute. Rain earlier has led to sneaky, slick spots on highways and secondary surfaces.
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MN weather: Slick, rainy morning commute [5:30 a.m. update]
Heavy rain is causing some slick spots on Twin Cities roadways on Tuesday morning. Meanwhile, some schools are closed or delayed on Tuesday.
Heavy rain is causing some slick spots on Twin Cities roadways on Tuesday morning. Meanwhile, some schools are closed or delayed on Tuesday.
Minnesota school closings: Late starts, closures on Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2026
A rainy, slick Tuesday has prompted some schools to issue delayed starts or close altogether in Minnesota.
A rainy, slick Tuesday has prompted some schools to issue delayed starts or close altogether in Minnesota.
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MN weather: Rain, some slick spots on roadways [4:30 a.m. update]
Puddles and sneaky slick spots are being reported on Twin Cities roadways early Tuesday morning. That being said, roads are mostly wet, not icy, in the Twin Cities metro area.
Puddles and sneaky slick spots are being reported on Twin Cities roadways early Tuesday morning. That being said, roads are mostly wet, not icy, in the Twin Cities metro area.
MN weather: Why heavy rain isn't leading to more ice
It's been raining hard enough that the rain hasn't been able to freeze on Tuesday morning in Minnesota.
It's been raining hard enough that the rain hasn't been able to freeze on Tuesday morning in Minnesota.
ICE agent surge reportedly headed to MN
A surge in increased immigration enforcement agents could be making its way to Minnesota as part of the Trump administration’s increased efforts to crackdown on illegal immigration. FOX 9’s Maury Glover has the latest.
A surge in increased immigration enforcement agents could be making its way to Minnesota as part of the Trump administration’s increased efforts to crackdown on illegal immigration. FOX 9’s Maury Glover has the latest.
Lt. Gov. Flanagan calls Gov. Walz decision not to seek 3rd term 'selfless'
Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan on Monday called Gov. Tim Walz’s decision not to seek a third term “selfless" and suggested that she would support fellow Democrat Sen. Amy Klobuchar if she were to run for the state’s top job.
Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan on Monday called Gov. Tim Walz’s decision not to seek a third term “selfless" and suggested that she would support fellow Democrat Sen. Amy Klobuchar if she were to run for the state’s top job.
Lt. Flanagan on Minnesota governor’s race
After Gov. Tim Walz announced he would not be running for a third term on Monday, all eyes are on who might take his place. FOX 9’s Mike Manzoni is live at a campaign event in Osseo where Lt. Flanagan is promoting her run for Senate.
After Gov. Tim Walz announced he would not be running for a third term on Monday, all eyes are on who might take his place. FOX 9’s Mike Manzoni is live at a campaign event in Osseo where Lt. Flanagan is promoting her run for Senate.
Federal agent surge expected in MN for crackdown on immigration, fraud
Federal agents reportedly started arriving on Sunday in the first major target of President Trump's immigration enforcement efforts in the new year.
Federal agents reportedly started arriving on Sunday in the first major target of President Trump's immigration enforcement efforts in the new year.
Minnesota child care center investigations
Minnesota officials have announced additional on-site compliance checks for child care centers in the state following widespread scrutiny over potential fraud within state funding.
Minnesota officials have announced additional on-site compliance checks for child care centers in the state following widespread scrutiny over potential fraud within state funding.
Minnesota agencies increase child care center visits following fraud scrutiny
Officials have announced additional on-site compliance checks for child care centers in the state.
Officials have announced additional on-site compliance checks for child care centers in the state.
Lego unveils smart brick sets that bring ‘your creations to life’
Lego has revealed Smart Play, a screen-free product that brings builds to life with technology, debuting with interactive Star Wars sets. Here’s what we know.
Lego has revealed Smart Play, a screen-free product that brings builds to life with technology, debuting with interactive Star Wars sets. Here’s what we know.
Walz, Minnesota politics face national attention
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has announced he will not run for a third term, stating he wants to dedicate his efforts to defending Minnesotans rather than engaging in political campaigning partly due to a vice-presidential run and subsequent scrutiny.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has announced he will not run for a third term, stating he wants to dedicate his efforts to defending Minnesotans rather than engaging in political campaigning partly due to a vice-presidential run and subsequent scrutiny.
MN weather: Freezing rain possible overnight
FOX 9's Ian Leonard has the latest as the Twin Cities could see freezing rain overnight, making for difficult driving conditions Tuesday morning.
FOX 9's Ian Leonard has the latest as the Twin Cities could see freezing rain overnight, making for difficult driving conditions Tuesday morning.
Hegseth censures Sen. Mark Kelly after 'illegal orders' video
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced on Monday that a letter of censure has been issued to U.S. Senator Mark Kelly over the Arizona lawmaker's participation in a video that called on troops to “refuse illegal orders."
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced on Monday that a letter of censure has been issued to U.S. Senator Mark Kelly over the Arizona lawmaker's participation in a video that called on troops to “refuse illegal orders."
Rep. Demuth on Walz's decision: 'Not surprised'
House Speaker Lisa Demuth shared her thoughts on Governor Walz's decision to bow out of his reelection bid.
House Speaker Lisa Demuth shared her thoughts on Governor Walz's decision to bow out of his reelection bid.