Minnesota library expands dementia care kits

A Minnesota library system is working to make meaningful connections easier for families facing memory loss.

Free memory kits help Minnesota dementia caregivers
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A local library system is working to make meaningful connections easier for families facing memory loss. The Dakota County Library system has expanded memory loss visit kits for diverse communities.

Army to test first-ever pilot optional Black Hawk helicopter amid major tech shift

The U.S. Army has taken a major step toward autonomous aviation after receiving its first Black Hawk helicopter capable of flying with or without a pilot onboard, the War Department has announced.

Bill targets surveillance pricing in grocery stores
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Minnesota lawmakers are considering a ban on surveillance-based price and wage discrimination, which would prohibit companies from using automated systems, including AI, to set individual prices or wages based on personal data, behaviors, or biometrics.

Minnesota Vikings bid to host NFL Draft in 2028

The Minnesota Vikings are vying to host the 2028 NFL Draft, saying U.S. Bank Stadium is the best stadium in the league.

NASA moon base and Mars mission announced: What to know

NASA gave details of America’s future in space this week, laying out plans in the coming years to build a base on the moon and send a nuclear spacecraft to Mars.

St. Paul set to approve $9.5M settlement in 2023 rec center shooting

The St. Paul City Council is set to approve a $9.5 million settlement with the family of a teen who was shot in the head by a city worker outside the Jimmy Lee Rec Center in 2023.

How to watch St. Paul Saints on FOX 9+ this season

FOX 9 will broadcast 13 St. Paul Saints games this season. The first game you can watch on FOX 9+ is Friday, April 3. Here's a look at the schedule.

Things to do in Minnesota: 5 things to do this weekend (March 27-29)

Spring is in full swing in Minnesota, and there's plenty to do this weekend — from breakfast at the zoo to markets and more.

Minneapolis vying to host NFL Draft in 2028
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The Minnesota Vikings have launched a bid to host the NFL Draft in 2028, with the Vikings saying U.S. Bank Stadium is the best stadium in the NFL.

Minnesota weather: Gorgeous with filtered sunshine Wednesday

Minnesota warms into the 60s and 70s Wednesday before a cold front brings overnight rain chances and cooler temperatures Thursday.

MN weather: A bright and warm day on Wednesday
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Expect a warm Wednesday in Minnesota with widespread  60s and pocket 70s before light rain showers develop overnight. FOX 9 meteorologist Cody Matz has the forecast.

MN 11-year-old launches hockey clothing company: 'Keep Chirpin''

An 11-year-old hockey fan is turning his passion for the sport into a growing business, inspiring other kids to chase their goals.

11-year-old starts own hockey apparel company
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An 11-year-old boy has started his own hockey apparel company called "Keep Chirpin' Hockey Co." FOX 9's Maury Glover has the story. 

Minnesota ICE crackdown: 80 people to sue over excessive force

A Minneapolis man is suing ICE, saying agents used excessive force when they arrested him during protests earlier this year.

Ex-'American Idol' contestant faces new charges over alleged murder of wife in Ohio home

Caleb Flynn, 39, a former "American Idol" contestant, has been indicted on aggravated murder and multiple additional charges after authorities say he killed his wife, Ashley Flynn, at their Ohio home on Feb. 16.

Debate over Mpls community safety training center
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The debate over a proposed community safety training center in Minneapolis got heated Tuesday during the Minneapolis City Council Meeting. FOX 9's Karen Scullin has more.