3M watchdog says he ‘agonized’ over PFAS chemicals in video deposition

A former 3M scientist and self-proclaimed "watchdog" said during a recorded deposition that he "agonized" over his decision to quit his job after his efforts to make the company aware of the dangers associated with PFAS chemicals were met with "roadblocks, delays and indecision."

3M watchdog discusses PFAS

A former 3M scientist said during a recorded deposition that he “agonized” over his decision to quit his job after his efforts to make the company aware of the dangers associated with PFAS chemicals were met with “roadblocks, delays and indecision.”

3M strategy to 'command' PFAS science detailed in video depositions

Depositions obtained by the FOX 9 Investigators show how 3M executives and scientists implemented a strategy designed to influence the science surrounding PFAS chemicals, shaped public perception, and attempted to keep some information secret.

3M depositions: PFAS science strategy

Recorded depositions of 3M executives and scientists obtained by FOX 9 reveal more about the company’s strategy to influence the science surrounding PFAS chemicals.

3M video depositions shed light on PFAS litigation, company’s research

Hundreds of recorded depositions obtained by the FOX 9 Investigators show 3M executives and scientists were aware of potential environmental and health risks associated with PFAS chemicals decades before the company began phasing out the manufacturing of some chemicals. 

3M questioned about forever chemicals

Recorded depositions obtained by the FOX 9 Investigators show 3M executives and scientists were aware of potential environmental and health risks associated with PFAS chemicals decades before the company began phasing out the manufacturing of some chemicals. 

Former Wisconsin Superintendent made offer to repay some money

In January, as former Wisconsin superintendent Tim Johnson was under investigation for allegedly defrauding the Glenwood City School District, he made an offer to the school district through his attorney: Johnson would repay $44,000 if the school district refused to cooperate with law enforcement.

Truck Park Bar shooting fallout

Three years after the mass shooting at a downtown St. Paul bar, families of victims and survivors are balancing the weight of grief and recovery as pending lawsuits continue to seek accountability.

Fake online reviews banned by feds. Will it help?

The Federal Trade Commission approved a ban on posting fake online reviews, including ones generated by artificial intelligence. The rule aims to crack down on the deceptive practice that’s led to millions of misleading reviews online. 

Fake review crackdown

The Federal Trade Commission approved a ban on posting fake online reviews, including ones generated by artificial intelligence. The rule aims to crack down on the deceptive practice that’s led to millions of misleading reviews online.

Fleet Farm accused of withholding records

New court filings accuses Fleet Farm of withholding key evidence from the State of Minnesota in an ongoing civil lawsuit involving firearms sales. FOX 9 Investigator Nathan O'Neal has the story.

Ramsey County reviewing its mental health crisis billing policy

Ramsey County is now reviewing its controversial policy of billing people in crisis, after the FOX 9 Investigators exposed the county’s practice of sending bills to vulnerable people who call the crisis hotline for life-saving mental health services.