FOX 9 Evening News: Dec. 19, 2025
FOX 9 Evening News: Dec. 19, 2025
Gov. Walz: ‘No evidence’ of fraud in billions despite allegations
Governor Tim Walz is under ever-increasing criticism for how his administration has handled rampant fraud in state-administered federal programs.
Gov. Walz responds to $9 billion fraud accusations
Gov. Walz responded on Friday to speculation from federal prosecutors that fraud throughout Minnesota’s service programs could total more than $9 billion. FOX 9’s Rob Olson has the latest.
Governor Walz speaks on Affordable Care Act, fraud charges
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz spoke to reporters about healthcare subsidies that are set to expire at the end of the year. He also took questions about the latest criminal charges filed against fraudsters in the state.
MN fraud: 'Staggering' amounts of money lost, U.S. Attorney says
The U.S. Attorney's Office says a "staggering" amount of money has been lost to fraud in Minnesota state services.
Education Secretary McMahon calls for Walz resignation over fraud
U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon is calling for the resignation of Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz in response to the defrauded government programs that have taken place in the state.
Gov. Walz shifts gears on gun control
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has shifted strategies from calling a special session to issuing two executive orders related to gun control efforts. FOX 9’s Corin Hoggard has the details.
Gov. Walz offers new gun control approach
Gov. Tim Walz has shifted his approach to gun control, opting for executive orders to address the issue rather than calling a special legislative session.
Gov. Walz bypasses special session, issues executive orders on gun control
Gov. Tim Walz has shifted his approach to gun control, opting for executive orders to address the issue rather than calling a special legislative session.
Gov. Walz signs 2 executive orders to address gun violence in Minnesota
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz on Tuesday signed two executive orders in efforts to reduce gun violence and improve public safety across the state.
Public Safety Commissioner weighs in on gun laws
Bob Jacobson, the commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Public Safety, spoke Tuesday as Governor Tim Walz signed two executive orders to address gun violence in Minnesota.
Annunciation parent: 'Aug. 27 is not something that we’ll ever be over'
Annunciation parent Kristin Newell spoke Tuesday about her five children being in the church on Aug. 27 when a gunman opened fire. Gov. Tim Walz signed two executive orders to address gun violence in Minnesota.
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Gov. Walz signs executive orders addressing gun violence [FULL]
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz signs executive orders addressing gun violence [FULL]
Gov. Walz demands action on gun violence in Minnesota
Gov. Tim Walz signed two executive orders on Tuesday to address gun violence in Minnesota in the aftermath of the June 14 shootings of two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses, and the Aug. 27 mass shooting at Annunciation church.
Walz to sign orders on gun control
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz on Tuesday will sign two executive orders on gun control.
Feds announce ‘targeted review’ of Minnesota unemployment, nutrition fraud
The "targeted review" of potential widespread fraud is said to be aimed at Minnesota’s Unemployment Insurance programs.
Walz announces fraud prevention program
After millions of dollars of fraud has happened in Minnesota, Gov. Tim Walz announced a new fraud prevention program. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has more.
Vikings preview, Chanukah celebrations start Sunday, potential teachers strike & more: Dec. 12, 2025
On today’s episode of “The Afternoon Shift,” FOX 9 sports reporter Pierre Noujaim joins Adam Llorens at the table to preview Sunday night’s Vikings-Cowboys game. Plus, highlights of Gov. Tim Walz’s press conference earlier today introducing Tim O’Malley as the state’s first Head of Program Integrity. Plus, could Anoka-Hennepin School District teachers soon go on strike? The union head joins the show to discuss the subject. And Evana Hershkowitz of Cecil’s Deli in St. Paul drops by to look ahead to Chanukah which begins this Sunday evening. And finally, FOX 9 meteorologist Jennifer McDermed previews this weekend’s frigid weather!
Walz will take 'incredibly aggressive executive actions' on gun control
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz said he will take "incredibly aggressive executive actions" on gun control legislation in response to the "stonewalling" on the issue.
Gov. Walz addresses US citizens detained by ICE; calls operations 'chaotic'
Gov. Tim Walz addressed the U.S. citizens who were detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement in Minnesota recently, calling the operations "chaotic" and "racially motivated."