'Critical incident' at Stewartville schools
Schools in Stewartville are closed on Friday as authorities investigate a "critical incident."
'Critical incident' closes Stewartville schools Friday
Schools in Stewartville are closed on Friday as authorities investigate a "critical incident."
DOJ sues Minneapolis Public Schools over DEI polices alleging discrimination
The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against Minneapolis Public Schools over programs that support Black male teachers, alleging the programs are discriminatory.
Dept. of Education reaches deal to end SAVE plan: What this means for student loan borrowers
On Tuesday, the Dept. of Education announced that it had reached a proposed settlement agreement that, if given court approval, will end the Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) student loan repayment plan.
MN student survey shows improvements in mental health, concerns over social media use
The Minnesota Department of Health’s 2025 Student Survey reports broad improvements in students’ physical and mental health while introducing new data on social media and gun violence.
Some Minnesota schools closing early ahead of Tuesday snow: Full list
Dozens of Minnesota school districts have announced they will close early on Tuesday ahead of snow expected to move through in the afternoon hours.
Anoka-Hennepin School District board meets as educator contract talks loom
The Anoka-Hennepin School District is hosting a board meeting Monday night amid ongoing contract negotiations with educators.
Anoka-Hennepin School District board meeting
The Anoka-Hennepin School District is holding a board meeting Monday night amid ongoing contract negotiations with educators. Community members, union leaders, and educators plan to hold a rally outside the meeting to push for a contract agreement amid tense negotiations. FOX 9 Bill Keller reports.
ICE at Augsburg University: What happened?
Augsburg University officials released new information on an incident involving ICE at the campus over the weekend.
'Dinosaur mummy' fossil set to be studied at Winona State University
Winona State University will be studying a "dinosaur mummy" fossil that is 66-million-years-old.
Larry Summers hit with lifetime ban by high-profile economics club over Epstein ties
Former Harvard president Larry Summers has been barred from one of the most prestigious scholarly associations in the country over his close ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
Student loan borrowers may qualify for lower monthly payments. Here's how
Many student loan borrowers may soon be able to update their repayment plan that lowers their monthly bill. Here's why.
Pardoned MN turkeys: Where are they now?
The Minnesota Turkeys pardoned at the White House in 2024, Peach and Blossom, are making their home at the Minnesota Agricultural Interpretive Center. FOX 9' Rob Olson caught up with them to hear about how they are assisting with agricultural education.
Minnesota school closings for Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2025
Some school districts are closed or have delayed openings on Wednesday, Nov. 26. Find the latest school closings for Minnesota and Wisconsin here.
New Dept. of Education directives: How could students be affected by them?
Last week, the Trump administration announced a number of new actions aimed at dismantling the Department of Education, a move that former department officials and civil rights experts say could have wide-ranging effects on American students.
MN school closings: Winter storm closing schools early on Tuesday
Our first storm of the winter season is already starting to hit northern Minnesota, and it’s causing some schools to close early on Tuesday.
Hero school bus driver saves lost boy who wandered into Lake Owasso
The Ramsey County Sherriff’s Office says a nonverbal four-year-old boy’s mother reported he had wandered off before he was later found in the arms of a school bus driver.
House Speaker Demuth addresses fraud in Minnesota, run for governor
Minnesota House Speaker Lisa Dehmith spoke about her goals for the state as she runs for governor against Tim Walz, who is running for his third term.
U of M, Fairview, M Physicians to continue negotiations, mediation with Attorney General's office
Parties are returning to the negotiating table to establish a new framework for their medical school partnership after the University of Minnesota (U of M) Board of Regents decried the previous agreement between Fairview Health Services and M Physicians.
Brainerd schools lowering heat to save money
Brainerd schools confirmed that they are planning to lower the thermostats in their buildings from 72 degrees to 68 degrees in order to save money this winter.