Nationwide school bus driver shortage persists
The first bell of the school year has officially rung for students across Minnesota. However, when the kids return home, there are important things to know about on the roads. A new law is in effect in Minnesota, requiring drivers to stop at least 20 feet from a bus when the lights are flashing even if the stop arm isn't used. Meanwhile, districts across the nation are facing a school bus driver shortage. FOX 9’s Chenue Her has the latest as students head back to school.
The first bell of the school year has officially rung for students across Minnesota. However, when the kids return home, there are important things to know about on the roads. A new law is in effect in Minnesota, requiring drivers to stop at least 20 feet from a bus when the lights are flashing even if the stop arm isn't used. Meanwhile, districts across the nation are facing a school bus driver shortage. FOX 9’s Chenue Her has the latest as students head back to school.
Amazon cargo plane crash: Investigators search for cause
Five people were killed and five others injured after an Amazon cargo plane crashed while landing near Miami International Airport. Investigators recovered the flight data and cockpit voice recorders as the NTSB works to determine what caused the crash. FOX's Amy Galo reports.
Five people were killed and five others injured after an Amazon cargo plane crashed while landing near Miami International Airport. Investigators recovered the flight data and cockpit voice recorders as the NTSB works to determine what caused the crash. FOX's Amy Galo reports.
MN weather: Warm with rain chances Tuesday
Tuesday brings warm, humid conditions to Minnesota, with chances of rain throughout the day. FOX 9 meteorologist Cody Matz has the forecast.
Tuesday brings warm, humid conditions to Minnesota, with chances of rain throughout the day. FOX 9 meteorologist Cody Matz has the forecast.
Scooter rider struck in St. Joseph, police ask help locating suspect vehicle
Authorities in St. Joseph, Minnesota, are asking the public's help locating the suspect vehicle involved the a hit-and-run of a scooter rider.
Authorities in St. Joseph, Minnesota, are asking the public's help locating the suspect vehicle involved the a hit-and-run of a scooter rider.
Hiawatha Avenue construction closures begin Sept. 8 for safety upgrades
Hiawatha Avenue will be reduced to single-lane traffic in both directions between Minnehaha Parkway and East 44th Street beginning Sept. 8.
Hiawatha Avenue will be reduced to single-lane traffic in both directions between Minnehaha Parkway and East 44th Street beginning Sept. 8.
The story behind the fair’s favorite Apple Fries
FOX 9’s Ian Leonard speaks with the owner and founder of the Great Minnesota Get-Together’s Apple Fries – a new food item in 2026 that caused some of the longest lines.
FOX 9’s Ian Leonard speaks with the owner and founder of the Great Minnesota Get-Together’s Apple Fries – a new food item in 2026 that caused some of the longest lines.
Amazon cargo jet crashes at Miami airport, killing 5
At least five people are dead and several more are injured in a crash at Miami International Airport. Federal investigators are looking into what caused the plane to veer off the runway. FOX's Danamarie McNicholl has the latest on the investigation.
At least five people are dead and several more are injured in a crash at Miami International Airport. Federal investigators are looking into what caused the plane to veer off the runway. FOX's Danamarie McNicholl has the latest on the investigation.
MN DOC: 57% fewer Minnesotans leaving prison and becoming homeless since 2021
As St. Paul leaders struggle to clear the city’s homeless encampments before winter, one state program working to prevent homelessness in the first place is seeing progress.
As St. Paul leaders struggle to clear the city’s homeless encampments before winter, one state program working to prevent homelessness in the first place is seeing progress.
Things to do in Minnesota: 6 things to this weekend (Sept. 11-13)
From the St. Paul’s Oktoberfest to classic cars and the 55th annual Renaissance Festival in full swing again, there are plenty of things to do across Minnesota this weekend.
From the St. Paul’s Oktoberfest to classic cars and the 55th annual Renaissance Festival in full swing again, there are plenty of things to do across Minnesota this weekend.
Labor Day air travelers hit unexpected delays in Atlanta
Summer is unofficially coming to an end with Labor Day, and that includes the summer travel season. Millions of Americans are spending Labor Day flying home after one last getaway, and some at the Atlanta Airport hit unexpected turbulence. FOX's Madison Scarpino has more.
Summer is unofficially coming to an end with Labor Day, and that includes the summer travel season. Millions of Americans are spending Labor Day flying home after one last getaway, and some at the Atlanta Airport hit unexpected turbulence. FOX's Madison Scarpino has more.
Ian Leonard learns Saturday Dumpling Co.’s secret
Starting out by offering family recipe frozen dumplings out of their condo in Minneapolis, Saturday Dumpling Co. has grown to three brick-and-mortar locations and a State Fair stand. FOX 9’s Ian Leonard speaks with one of its founders about their road to success and drops his own fresh batch in the fryer.
Starting out by offering family recipe frozen dumplings out of their condo in Minneapolis, Saturday Dumpling Co. has grown to three brick-and-mortar locations and a State Fair stand. FOX 9’s Ian Leonard speaks with one of its founders about their road to success and drops his own fresh batch in the fryer.
Political candidates use State Fair to connect with voters
Political candidates from major and minor parties are using the Minnesota State Fair to connect with nearly 2 million attendees over 12 days. Libertarian candidates say reaching 8% of the vote could earn their party major party status in Minnesota, making every conversation at the fair count. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the story.
Political candidates from major and minor parties are using the Minnesota State Fair to connect with nearly 2 million attendees over 12 days. Libertarian candidates say reaching 8% of the vote could earn their party major party status in Minnesota, making every conversation at the fair count. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the story.
Minnesota State Fair final day: Labor Day crowds, favorite 2026 moments
It's Day 12 of the 2026 Minnesota State Fair. Here's everything you need to know for the final day of the Great Minnesota Get-Together.
It's Day 12 of the 2026 Minnesota State Fair. Here's everything you need to know for the final day of the Great Minnesota Get-Together.
Minnesota program cuts post-prison homelessness
Minnesota's Department of Corrections reports 57% fewer people are leaving prison and becoming homeless in 2025. The state has provided $500,000 annually for homelessness prevention since 2021, with former inmates moving into options including halfway homes, sober houses and apartments.
Minnesota's Department of Corrections reports 57% fewer people are leaving prison and becoming homeless in 2025. The state has provided $500,000 annually for homelessness prevention since 2021, with former inmates moving into options including halfway homes, sober houses and apartments.
Amazon cargo jet crash: Voice, flight recorders recovered as investigation continues
The National Transportation Safety Board provided an update on the deadly Amazon cargo jet crash that killed five people.
The National Transportation Safety Board provided an update on the deadly Amazon cargo jet crash that killed five people.
State Fair becomes ‘political equalizer’
With more the 2 million potential voters walking through the gates in its 12 days, the Minnesota State Fair provides a great opportunity for candidates to get their names in the minds of Minnesotans ahead of November elections. FOX 9’s Corin Hoggard explains.
With more the 2 million potential voters walking through the gates in its 12 days, the Minnesota State Fair provides a great opportunity for candidates to get their names in the minds of Minnesotans ahead of November elections. FOX 9’s Corin Hoggard explains.
Hockey gear costs soaring in Minnesota, 50% Canada tariffs threaten to push prices higher
Tariffs on Canada could make an already expensive sport even pricier for hockey families. For families with kids in hockey, the price of gear was already painful — and now it could get worse.
Tariffs on Canada could make an already expensive sport even pricier for hockey families. For families with kids in hockey, the price of gear was already painful — and now it could get worse.
Minneapolis school board weighs new contract for superintendent
The Minneapolis Public Schools superintendent is up for a three-year contract extension at the school board meeting on Tuesday.
The Minneapolis Public Schools superintendent is up for a three-year contract extension at the school board meeting on Tuesday.
Minnesota State Fair's historic 4-H building set for renovation
Once the Minnesota State Fair ends on Labor Day, construction will begin to renovate the fair's historic 4-H building. The 87-year-old, three-story building will undergo an estimated $35 million transformation, with the project scheduled to be complete by the start of the 2027 state fair.
Once the Minnesota State Fair ends on Labor Day, construction will begin to renovate the fair's historic 4-H building. The 87-year-old, three-story building will undergo an estimated $35 million transformation, with the project scheduled to be complete by the start of the 2027 state fair.
New Minnesota school bus safety laws begin this school year
A new law requires drivers to stop at least 20 feet from a bus when red lights are flashing, even if the stop arm isn't fully extended.
A new law requires drivers to stop at least 20 feet from a bus when red lights are flashing, even if the stop arm isn't fully extended.