Red flag warning issued for central, northeast Minnesota

Fire danger is extremely high in several Minnesota counties as a Red Flag Warning remains in effect through Saturday evening.

Fire destroys cat rescue home in St. Francis
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A fire destroyed a home that housed Kitten Kam Rescue in St. Francis. Several cats were saved, but some tragically died in the fire. 

Overnight fire at Haskell’s Port of Excelsior
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A fire caused extensive damage at Haskell’s Port of Excelsior overnight. The iconic restaurant and liquor store located on Lake Minnetonka is likely considered a total loss. FOX 9’s Bill Keller reports. 

Overnight fire damages Haskell’s Port of Excelsior on Lake Minnetonka

An overnight fire heavily damaged the iconic restaurant Haskell’s Port of Excelsior on Wednesday. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

Ramsey home seriously damaged, swampy area burned in fire

A home was significantly damaged, and a swampy area burned during a Sunday afternoon fire in Ramsey, Minn.

Minneapolis visual artist devastated by fire
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One Minneapolis visual artist has given back to the community by creating safe spaces for people experiencing trauma to express themselves, but is now trying to rebuild her own life after a fire destroyed her home.

Red flag warning for 27 counties in southwestern Minnesota

A red flag warning as been issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) for 27 counties in southwestern Minnesota.

Man found inside North St. Paul house fire dies

Fire officials say a man died after being found inside a North St. Paul house fire Monday morning. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

St. Cloud elementary school arson suspect is 9-year-old student

A fire in St. Cloud's Westwood Elementary School was started by a 9-year-old boy, and Minnesota law states he is too young to face charges in juvenile court.

St. Cloud elementary school fire started in bathroom by student: Police

A fire in the Westwood Elementary School in St. Cloud that caused students and staff to evacuate was started by a juvenile student, police say.

Fire at St. Cloud elementary school under investigated as possible arson

A fire at Westwood Elementary School in St. Cloud Tuesday morning prompted the evacuation of students and an early dismissal as officials continue to assess air quality inside the building. Police say the fire is being investigated as possible arson.

White Bear Lake community mourns Jessi Pierce, kids at visitation

A public visitation was held Sunday for community members to pay their respects to Jessi Pierce, a beloved Minnesota hockey reporter, as well as her three children, who were all found dead in their home after it caught on fire in White Bear Lake.

Man found dead in south Minneapolis house fire

Firefighters are investigating the Minneapolis’s second fire fatality of the year after a man died in a house fire Saturday afternoon.

MN weather: Chilly Friday leads to warm, dry weekend
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A slightly chillier Friday will lead into a warmer weekend that also presents a high fire danger throughout the state.

Woman survives Wright Co. house explosion in what family calls a miracle

An 85-year-old woman was seriously injured late Wednesday night after a suspected propane leak led to a house explosion in Wright County. The family said it's "a miracle she's alive."

Woman survives house explosion
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Video shows the aftermath of a house explosion in Wright County late Wednesday night that destroyed the residence; however, the 85-year-old homeowner survived.

White Bear Lake fatal fire: Search warrant reveals new details

A search warrant released this week outlines the types of items authorities are searching for as they investigate the deadly house fire in White Bear Lake that claimed the lives of beloved hockey reporter Jessi Pierce and her three children.