"Rites of Passage" mentor program presses on despite COVID-19 challenges
A mentorship program for young Black men presses on this year despite the challenges of transitioning online because of COVID. For 23 years the Rites of Passage program has matched high school seniors with successful Black professionals. Dawn Stevens shows us how the program was redesigned.
NEON's big plans to transform North Minneapolis
Big plans are in the works to bolster business and development in North Minneapolis. The Northside Economic Opportunity Network or NEON is working to help a new generation of entrepreneurs. Minneapolis St. Paul Business Journal's Dylan Thomas joined the FOX 9 Morning News with more on their plans.
How new streaming network FOX Soul is covering the Derek Chauvin trial
Brooke Thomas of FOX Soul's The Black Report joined the FOX 9 Morning News to chat about how the new streaming network is covering the Derek Chauvin trial. You can catch The Black Report on FOX Soul, weeknights at 6 p.m. CST.
Registration open for in-person YMCA summer camps
If you're racing to find a fun and engaging summer camp for your child, registration is open now for dozens of camps at the YMCA of the North. Anthony Taylor, Senior Vice President of Equity in the Outdoors, joined the FOX 9 Morning News to chat about the options for kids and their families.
Professor Rachel Paulose on Chauvin trial latest
FOX 9 talks with St. Thomas Law Professor Rachel Paulose on the latest in the Derek Chauvin trial.
Brit's Pub reopening after damage from unrest
Months after being damaged by a fire during unrest, Brit's Pub is reopening in downtown Minneapolis.
Buck Hill open this weekend as temps turn toward spring
The temperatures have Minnesotans thinking of spring, but Buck Hill in Burnsville will still be open for those still holding onto winter.
Salvation Army holding 2 million pound food drive in Twin Cities
The Salvation Army is holding a 2 million pound food drive in the Twin Cities.
Minnesota Department of Health urges caution amid coronavirus spread in Carver County
The Minnesota Department of Health has put out a warning Friday night as they say they are seeing clusters of cases of a coronavirus variant first identified in the United Kingdom, particularly among young athletes in Carver County.
Science Museum of Minnesota reopens February 27
The Science Museum of Minnesota reopened February 27.
Mikayla Holmgren hopes to be 1st woman with Down Syndrome featured in Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue
The Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue has come a long way in the last few years making a commitment to inclusion. One of our own, Minnesota’s Halima Aden, was the first model featured wearing a hijab and burkini. Now, Marine on St. Croix native is hoping to be the next Minnesotan to make history in the issue. Her name is Mikayla Holmgren and if that name rings a bell it’s because she was the first woman with Down syndrome to compete in a Miss USA pageant entering the Miss Minnesota USA pageant in 2017. She won the Spirit of Miss USA and Director’s awards that night. Now she’s set her sights on the SI Swim Issue and put together her audition video which is now posted online. To follow along with her journey, you can check her out on Instagram @Mikholmgren_Inspiring_Others
St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter address safety concerns in city
St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter address safety concerns in the city after a rash of business burglaries.
Extreme cold creates challenges for Minnesota firefighters
The extremely cold temperatures are creating extra challenges for Minnesota firefighters.
FBI on the red flags of an online romance scam
Online romance scams are more popular than you might think and often cost victims hundreds of dollars. Supervisory Special Agent Steve Eppley from the FBI joined the FOX 9 Morning News to detail the warning signs that you could be getting scammed.
Tom Brady says sleep is his secret weapon - How to sleep like the pro
Quarterback Tom Brady just won his 7th super bowl. So how did he get there? In part, good sleep. Dr. Michael Howell, a sleep expert with the U of M Medical School, joined the Buzz to chat about how the link between getting good sleep and athletic success.
MIA now open in Minneapolis
The Minneapolis Institute of Art museum is now open to visitors after closing due to the pandemic.
New online hiring network hopes to increase diversity & equity in the workplace
A new hiring platform is launching this week, hoping to revolutionize diverse and equitable hiring. The People of Color Careers Social Hiring Network gives users direct access to hiring managers and recruiters. Sharon Smith-Akinsanya joined the FOX 9 Morning News with more on how the platform works.
University of Minnesota seeks volunteers for a new COVID-19 vaccine trial
The University of Minnesota is seeking volunteers for a new COVID-19 vaccine trial.
Political Science Professor David Schultz on what happens after Capitol riots
Hamline University Political Science Professor David Schultz discusses the options lawmakers have regarding Trump's presidency following the riots at the Capitol.
Minnesota barbershop holds free haircut and toy giveaway event for the holidays
A Minnesota barbershop is holding a free haircut and toy giveaway event for the holidays.