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Lawmakers at the Capitol are racing to pass new protections and relief policies in response to Operation Metro Surge as the legislative session nears its end. Earlier in the session, the Senate approved $40 million for rental relief and $100 million in loans aimed at helping small businesses recover from the effects of Operation Metro Surge. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has more.

Eighteen passengers from the cruise ship at the center of the hantavirus outbreak have returned to the United States. According to the Department of Health and Human Services, one American has tested positive for the virus, and a second is showing mild symptoms.

With gas prices soaring past four dollars a gallon across the Twin Cities, thieves are finding destructive new ways to steal fuel. Police in Minneapolis and St. Paul are investigating at least 19 combined cases of criminals using power drills to drain gas tanks, often targeting trucks parked on the street in the dark of night.

hile drivers feel the pinch at the pump, thieves are adding to the problem by drilling directly into gas tanks to steal gasoline. St. Paul and Minneapolis police are investigating at least 19 combined cases of criminals targeting vehicles, particularly trucks parked on the street at night.

The Minnesota Senate passed bills to limit civil enforcement actions and provide financial relief after Operation Metro Surge. Proposals include $40 million in rental relief and $100 million in small business recovery loans. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the story.

Richfield police have released body camera video showing the fatal exchange of gunfire between an officer and Desaver Brian Hollis last month, which left Hollis dead. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim has the story.

FOX 9 All Day Live covers the Timberwolves playoff push, the Wild’s huge Game 3 win, analysis on the financial state of hospitals, bird conservation efforts through Fat Bird Week and the latest from the MN State Capitol.

Today All Day covers the news of the day including newly released footage of the Richfield police shooting, an apartment fire in Bloomington, the final days of the legislative session, water safety month, and Minnesota sports news. 

Fat Bird Week is underway, highlighting efforts to keep songbirds healthy and well-fed. Lisa Gaumnitz from SOS Save Our Songbirds are featuring playful matchups like the “Wood Duck with a Dad Bod” vs. the “Whoppin’ Wigeon,” while encouraging simple ways people can help support local bird populations.

Minnesota hospitals are facing mounting financial pressure as healthcare systems deal with rising costs, staffing shortages and funding challenges. Star Tribune medical reporter Jeremy Olson breaks down why some hospitals are struggling, why Minnesota ranks low in charitable care and how the growing financial strain could impact patient care across the state.

May is water safety awareness month and the Alexandria YMCA is making sure families are "water ready" ahead of summer at the lakes. 

The family of Desaver Brian Hollis and their legal representatives held a press conference after viewing the bodycam footage released by the Richfield Police Department showing the fatal shooting.

Multiple residents were rescued from a burning apartment building in Bloomington on Monday morning. The fire was contained to the third floor, and so far, no injuries have been reported. The cause of the fire remains under investigation. FOX 9’s Lauren Andrego has the latest. 

 A Metro Transit bus crashed into a southern Minneapolis home following a deadly collision with a pickup truck on Monday morning. The bus driver sustained minor injuries, and the pickup truck driver was pronounced dead at the scene. FOX 9’s Bill Keller reports. 

Richfield police released body camera video showing the shooting of 27-year-old Desaver Brian Hollis after a foot pursuit on April 27 after a 911 call for a reported car prowler. The video shows an exchange of gunfire between Hollis and the officers.

After a cruise ship was hit by hantavirus, passengers have started returning to their countries, including 17 Americans. Two of those Americans are being monitored in Atlanta, and the others remain under care in Nebraska. FOX’s Jonathan Serrie has the latest.