Minnesota mosquito population at highest level in 3 years, still below overall average
The Minnesota mosquito population is higher than it's been in the past three years after heavy rainfall this spring and summer ended a long-standing drought.
Minnesota has a new scientific and natural area on Lake Superior
Minnesota is home to a new area of protected land called the Icelandite Coastal Fen Scientific and Natural Area.
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MPLS City Council speaks on new MPD contract [RAW]
City council members speak on new police contact after it was approved in an 8-4 vote on Thursday.
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MPLS City Council votes on police contract [RAW]
The Minneapolis City Council approved the collective bargaining agreement with the Police Officers Federation of Minneapolis in an 8-4 vote on Thursday.
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MPLS leaders speak on new police contract [RAW]
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara speak following the Minneapolis City Council's vote to approve a new contract for the Minneapolis Police Department.
Minneapolis police contract approved by city council despite reform calls
Leaders in Minneapolis have agreed to terms on a new police contract while vowing to continue pressing for reforms that further transparency and accountability within the state’s largest officer ranks.
Mermaids make a splash at Sea Life at Mall of America
Magical creatures have joined the sharks, stingrays and tropical fish at Sea Life at Mall of America. Mermaids are back July 18 through Aug. 9. They will appear underwater and offer meet and greets on land on Thursdays, Fridays, Sundays and Mondays from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Sea Life is located on Level One East at the Mall of America. The event does require a special mermaid event ticket.
Chief O'Hara weighs in on MPD contract vote
Thursday morning the Minneapolis City Council is slated to vote on the new contract for the Minneapolis Police Department. If approved, the new contract would make MPD one of the highest paying departments in the state. Chief Brian O'Hara joined the FOX 9 Morning news to discuss what the deal would mean for officers and recruitment efforts.
Loring Park murder suspect competent to stand trial, judge orders
A man accused of brutally murdering a Loring Park convenience store clerk – impaling him with a golf club in the process – is mentally competent to stand trial, according to a ruling on Tuesday that reverses a previous decision.
Minneapolis council members draft resolution to support striking park workers
Two Minneapolis council members have drafted a resolution to support Minneapolis park workers on strike.
Amazon Prime Day 2024 deals list: Guide to top savings, insider tips and more
Amazon Prime users can expect deals on electronics, back-to-school gear, outdoor items, wellness products and more as Prime Day starts this week. Here's what you need to know.
Amazon Prime Day kicks off soon: Get the scoop on deals and savings
Amazon Prime Day 2024 kicks off this week, offering exclusive deals on electronics, back-to-school gear, outdoor items, wellness products, and more.
Delta changing uniform policy after controversy over Palestinian flag pins
Delta Air Lines will no longer allow its employees to wear pins representing any country besides the United States starting on Monday after two of its flights attendants were photographed wearing Palestinian flag pins.
DNR proposes selling 80,000 acres of school trust lands in Boundary Water Canoe Area
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has proposed selling 80,000 acres of school trust lands in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW).
Protecting your pets during hot, humid weather
As temperatures heat up this weekend, the Animal Humane Society is reminding pet owners to keep an eye out for signs of heat exhaustion.
15 more people charged in Minneapolis July 4th fireworks mayhem
Fifteen more people are now charged with crimes including rioting for causing mayhem in Dinkytown during Fourth of July celebrations.
Large snake left behind in rideshare vehicle, MPD recovers it: Video
Police officers in Minneapolis received an unusual call after a rideshare driver discovered an unwanted passenger in the car.
Minneapolis PD releases new video of firework chaos in Dinkytown on July 4
New video shows officers, including Chief Brian O’Hara, chasing down and arresting some people causing chaos in Dinkytown on the Fourth of July.
Minnesota DNR certifies 9 new fishing records
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced this week it has certified nine new fishing records set by anglers since March.
Minneapolis community weighs in on police contract ahead of council vote
Minneapolis residents packed into city council chambers Monday afternoon to weigh in on a proposed Minneapolis police union contract that would boost officer wages.