Minnesota DHS faces questions over fraud screening
Minnesota DHS Commissioner John Connolly defended the state's Medicaid provider review process before Congress, saying providers restored after appeals remain under heightened oversight and that suspected fraud cases are referred to law enforcement.
Minnesota DHS Commissioner John Connolly defended the state's Medicaid provider review process before Congress, saying providers restored after appeals remain under heightened oversight and that suspected fraud cases are referred to law enforcement.
'Significant fraud happened' in MN autism services
Minnesota DHS temporary commissioner John Connolly acknowledged that "significant fraud happened" in the state's autism services program while testifying before Congress. Connolly said Minnesota has responded with provider audits, enhanced background checks, and a new licensing system to strengthen oversight.
Minnesota DHS temporary commissioner John Connolly acknowledged that "significant fraud happened" in the state's autism services program while testifying before Congress. Connolly said Minnesota has responded with provider audits, enhanced background checks, and a new licensing system to strengthen oversight.
Alex Murdaugh cites unknown male DNA in bid for new testing
Alex Murdaugh's defense team filed a series of motions seeking independent DNA testing, a change of venue and expanded access to case materials as the convicted South Carolina attorney continues to challenge his murder case.
Alex Murdaugh's defense team filed a series of motions seeking independent DNA testing, a change of venue and expanded access to case materials as the convicted South Carolina attorney continues to challenge his murder case.
Minnesota DHS defends Medicaid fraud crackdown
In an opening statement, Minnesota Department of Human Services temporary commissioner John Connolly defended the state's Medicaid fraud prevention efforts before Congress, highlighting thousands of investigations, millions of dollars recovered and expanded oversight while warning against disruptions to Medicaid funding.
In an opening statement, Minnesota Department of Human Services temporary commissioner John Connolly defended the state's Medicaid fraud prevention efforts before Congress, highlighting thousands of investigations, millions of dollars recovered and expanded oversight while warning against disruptions to Medicaid funding.
Great American State Fair: Street closures, parking restrictions and what to know
The 16‑day Great American State Fair, marking the nation’s 1776 founding with themed days celebrating the military, health initiatives, patriotism and Independence Day, began Wednesday as the country starts its celebrations. Here's information on street closures, parking restrictions and what you need to know if you are attending.
The 16‑day Great American State Fair, marking the nation’s 1776 founding with themed days celebrating the military, health initiatives, patriotism and Independence Day, began Wednesday as the country starts its celebrations. Here's information on street closures, parking restrictions and what you need to know if you are attending.
Lionel Richie 'feeling dizzy' at St. Paul concert, leaves stage early
A concertgoer describes the experience at a Lionel Richie concert in St. Paul, Minnesota Wednesday night when the singer abruptly left the stage after feeling dizzy and ended the show early.
A concertgoer describes the experience at a Lionel Richie concert in St. Paul, Minnesota Wednesday night when the singer abruptly left the stage after feeling dizzy and ended the show early.
Minnesota fraud: State DHS commissioner testifies before Congress
Minnesota Department of Human Services Temporary Commissioner John Connolly is testifying Thursday before a U.S. House committee examining fraud risks and oversight in state Medicaid programs.
Minnesota Department of Human Services Temporary Commissioner John Connolly is testifying Thursday before a U.S. House committee examining fraud risks and oversight in state Medicaid programs.
Minnesota Timberwolves trade Naz Reid, draft picks for LaMelo Ball
The Minnesota Timberwolves are reportedly trading fan-favorite Naz Reid for Charlotte Hornets star LaMelo Ball.
The Minnesota Timberwolves are reportedly trading fan-favorite Naz Reid for Charlotte Hornets star LaMelo Ball.
Lionel Richie cuts MN concert short after falling ill
Lionel Richie became ill during the opening night of his co-headlining tour with Earth, Wind & Fire at Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul. About an hour into his performance, the legendary singer said he was feeling dizzy, sat down onstage, and later exited the stage.
Lionel Richie became ill during the opening night of his co-headlining tour with Earth, Wind & Fire at Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul. About an hour into his performance, the legendary singer said he was feeling dizzy, sat down onstage, and later exited the stage.
Giraffe loose in Texas: $5K reward offered for information leading to capture, safe return
A giraffe is on the lam after escaping a Texas ranch.
A giraffe is on the lam after escaping a Texas ranch.
MN weather: Pleasant Thursday before major heat arrives
Sunshine and comfortable temperatures return Thursday before a weekend warm-up sends highs into the 90s. Heat index values could reach the triple digits early next week. FOX 9 meteorologist Jared Piepenburg has the forecast.
Sunshine and comfortable temperatures return Thursday before a weekend warm-up sends highs into the 90s. Heat index values could reach the triple digits early next week. FOX 9 meteorologist Jared Piepenburg has the forecast.
Maury's Stories: MN man behind waterskiing
This week's Maury's Story is on the Minnesota man behind waterskiing.
This week's Maury's Story is on the Minnesota man behind waterskiing.
St. Paul woman hit by car outside NJ ICE detention center, driver faces charge
A Minnesota woman said she will not be deterred after being hit by a car while protesting outside a New Jersey ICE detention center.
A Minnesota woman said she will not be deterred after being hit by a car while protesting outside a New Jersey ICE detention center.
World Cup watch party held at St. Paul's El Burrito Mercado
World Cup fans gathered at El Burrito Mercado to watch Mexico face off against Czechia in the World Cup. FOX 9's Leon Purvis was there to capture the excitement.
World Cup fans gathered at El Burrito Mercado to watch Mexico face off against Czechia in the World Cup. FOX 9's Leon Purvis was there to capture the excitement.
Anti-ICE protester struck by car in New Jersey
A Minnesota woman is recovering after being struck by a car outside an ICE facility in New Jersey. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has the latest details.
A Minnesota woman is recovering after being struck by a car outside an ICE facility in New Jersey. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has the latest details.
MN family's life-long commitment to Special Olympics
The Libby family has a major commitment to the Special Olympics. FOX 9 Chief Meteorologist Ian Leonard sat down with the family to learn more.
The Libby family has a major commitment to the Special Olympics. FOX 9 Chief Meteorologist Ian Leonard sat down with the family to learn more.
MN dairy facility more than doubling herd size without environmental impact study
A west-central Minnesota dairy facility is planning to more than double the size of its herd, and the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) decided to forgo an environmental impact study (EIS) before issuing a permit, a move derided by that the Minnesota Farmer's Union.
A west-central Minnesota dairy facility is planning to more than double the size of its herd, and the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) decided to forgo an environmental impact study (EIS) before issuing a permit, a move derided by that the Minnesota Farmer's Union.
TSA says more than 300 drones have been seized near World Cup sites
Hundreds of "unauthorized" drones have been seized at FIFA World Cup sites since the tournament began earlier this month. Here's what to know.
Hundreds of "unauthorized" drones have been seized at FIFA World Cup sites since the tournament began earlier this month. Here's what to know.
Oklahoma Arby's manager faces felony charge after allegedly spitting in food, transmitting herpes
An Oklahoma Arby's manager faces a felony charge after she allegedly spat in a woman's food, leading the woman to contract herpes.
An Oklahoma Arby's manager faces a felony charge after she allegedly spat in a woman's food, leading the woman to contract herpes.
Town Ball: Perspective from a Sleepy Eye coach
Bruce Whitus, a Sleepy Eye native who has coached a variety of sports at all levels for decades, spoke live to FOX 9 about what it's like to see athletes come through the pipe and what he's learned from coaching in the community.
Bruce Whitus, a Sleepy Eye native who has coached a variety of sports at all levels for decades, spoke live to FOX 9 about what it's like to see athletes come through the pipe and what he's learned from coaching in the community.