Sinus infection leads to emergency brain surgery
The 5th grader from Breezy Point was diagnosed with Influenza A just before Christmas. She started to feel better but then things got a lot worse. Several days later, she had a seizure while doing her homework.
Colorectal cancer is now leading cause of death among young adults with cancer: new report
Colorectal cancer is now among the leading causes of cancer deaths for young adults, according to a new report from the American Cancer Society (ACS).
Comedian Pauly Shore channels fitness guru Richard Simmons in upcoming short film
Comedian and actor Pauly Shore has fulfilled his desire to portray the legendary fitness personality Richard Simmons in the upcoming short film, "The Court Jester."
Woman fired after pregnancy announcement secures settlement with Blaine employer
After having a job offer rescinded within one hour of telling her employer she was pregnant, a Minnesota woman has received a $22,000 settlement.
Menthol cigarette ban in the US? Here's the latest on the proposed FDA rule
U.S. health regulators are considering banning menthol cigarettes, a long-awaited plan that advocates say could save hundreds of thousands of lives but faced an unexpected delay last year.
'Disease X': Scientists creating contingency plan for infectious virus outbreak
Scientists at the World Economic Forum happening this week say they are discussing the hypothetical virus in order to prepare properly for it.
FOX 9 Evening News: Jan. 16, 2024
FOX 9 Evening News: Jan. 16, 2024
Minnesota works to reduce forever chemicals
Minnesota is hoping to reduce the amount of PFAS – or “forever chemicals – found in the state’s drinking water before they become too dangerous.
Ex-Mayo Clinic doctor accused of poisoning wife
Former doctor with the Mayo Clinic Connor Bowman was in court on Tuesday, indicted on first-degree murder charges for allegedly poisoning his wife. FOX 9's Paul Blume has the latest developments.
Minnesota reduces acceptable 'forever chemicals' levels below detectability
Minnesota is shrinking the amount of PFAS chemicals — also known as "forever chemicals" — measured in our water before they are considered dangerous to our health.
'Brave' teenager gets legs amputated while comatose after contracting infection on Christmas
A tragic incident involving a comatose Tennessee teenager, Anita Navas, has unfolded over the Christmas holiday. Navas, 13, had to undergo double leg amputation due to a severe infection.
Sleep disruptions due to night sweats: When should you see a doctor?
Excessive sweating during sleep, or night sweats, occurs when there is a dysregulation of the body's natural reaction to excess heat.
Skin aging, wrinkles may be linked to bacteria on your face, study suggests
Researchers observed data from over 650 women collected by L'Oréal Research and Innovation.
9 lead poisoning cases in MN linked to tainted applesauce pouches
Nine cases of lead poisoning in Minnesota have now been linked to tainted applesauce pouches
MN toddler's lead poisoning linked to applesauce
A Minnesota mom said cinnamon apple sauce pouches are to blame for her toddler’s lead poisoning. It was meant to be a healthy snack on the go for Alyssa Magnuson's daughter, Stevie. However, two months later, this mom from Pine City still feels guilty that she gave her toddler cinnamon apple pouches from Dollar Tree.
What does it mean to be 'California sober?’
The term “California sober" has been popularized by celebrities like Demi Lovato and Willie Nelson. What does it mean and is it a healthy approach to sobriety?
Ozempic side effects: FDA says drug has no link to suicide
The FDA’s preliminary report of side effects from popular drugs used to treat diabetes and obesity showed no link with suicidal thoughts or actions.
Law would restrict social media platforms use of children’s data
A bill likely to come before the Minnesota Legislature this session would place restrictions on businesses that offer online products or services that collect the data of child users.
Michael Strahan's daughter, Isabella, reveals brain cancer diagnosis in GMA interview
Michael Strahan said despite everything his family has been through over the past few months, he calls himself the “luckiest man in the world."
Nearly 10,000 COVID-19 deaths reported in December: JN.1 variant, holidays to blame
The JN.1 variant is now the most dominant COVID-19 variant in the world.