Minnesota mayors raise concerns over fraud, rising costs in letter to state leaders
A group of 98 mayors from across Minnesota sent a joint letter to state leaders raising concerns about widespread fraud, unfunded mandates, and rising costs that they say are shifting financial burdens onto cities and local taxpayers.
Fallout continues over release of Epstein files
The Justice Department has released more of the Jeffrey Epstein files over the weekend, but critics say the administration isn’t moving fast enough. This follows concerns raised that some of the files disappeared and then reappeared shortly later. FOX’s Doug Luzader reports.
DOJ defends partial release of Epstein files
The Justice Department released more files from the Jeffrey Epstein investigation over the weekend, but critics say the administration isn’t moving fast enough. As Doug Luzader reports from Washington this morning, some files disappeared and then quickly reappeared.
Stimulus payment December 2025, IRS direct deposit relief payment & tariff dividend fact check
Hold off on that purchase! Online rumors of new stimulus checks by year’s end are out there.
Some Epstein files released Friday disappear from DOJ website
At least 16 files related to Jeffrey Epstein that were released Friday have disappeared from the DOJ website, including photos of President Trump, with no explanation.
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.
Epstein files released by Justice Department: What's in them
The Justice Department has released more than 300,000 pages of unclassified Jeffrey Epstein case files.
Nearly 200 immigrants take oath in St. Paul, become naturalized U.S. citizens
Nearly 200 immigrants from more than two dozen countries swore their allegiance to the U.S. at the federal courthouse in St. Paul on Friday.
Naturalized U.S. citizens ceremonies held
Nearly 200 immigrants from more than two dozen countries swore their allegiance to the United States at the federal courthouse in St. Paul on Friday, becoming naturalized U.S. citizens.
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.
Rep. Stefanik suspending her campaign for NY governor
Rep. Elise Stefanik announced she is suspending her campaign for governor of New York.
Where fraud has been uncovered in other states: In-depth analysis
FOX 9 sought the records of fraud in other states to determine the scope and severity of the current schemes being uncovered in Minnesota.
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.
Medicaid program for disabled adults was 'vulnerable to fraud,' federal prosecutors say
On Thursday the FBI raided a Bloomington business as part of an investigation into a Medicaid program that federal prosecutors said was “vulnerable to fraud."
Woman pleads guilty to Autism services, Feeding our Future frauds
The first defendant charged with defrauding Minnesota's publicly funded autism care program has pleaded guilty.
Minnesota fraud connections uncovered
Prosecutors have filed charges against six people who they say defrauded nutrition, housing and autism services programs in Minnesota. FOX 9’s Corin Hoggard has the latest details.
Feds announce fraud guilty plea
The U.S. Attorney’s Office has announced the guilty plea of a man that officials believe played a role in several prominent fraud schemes. FOX 9’s Paul Blume has the details of the multi-million-dollar swindle.
New Epstein photos shared a day before case files deadline
The latest photo dump from Jeffrey Epstein's estate includes a screenshot of messages discussing a “scout" who sends girls.
Fact Check Trump Presidential Address: Claims clash with administration’s own data
President Donald Trump’s upbeat description of the country’s progress Wednesday contrasted with the reality facing many Americans and with some of his own administration’s statistics. Here’s a fact check of his presidential address.
Hemp businesses in Minnesota struggle with lab bottleneck
Minnesota's hemp industry is grappling with new testing regulations, causing significant concerns among businesses.