University of Minnesota regent questions if Morris campus is 'too diverse'
The vice chair of the University of Minnesota's Board of Regents is facing some criticism after questioning whether diversity at the university's Morris, Minnesota campus is facing low enrollment due to "too much diversity."
Why is buckthorn a problem?
Buckthorn is an invasive species that can take over yards and forests. And fall is a great time to try and get rid of it. Mike Schuster of the University of Minnesota joined FOX 9 to share his expertise.
Gophers basketball coach Ben Johnson talk expectations for new season
Ben Johnson, Gophers basketball head coach, spoke with FOX 9 about his expectations for the upcoming season.
1,500 University of Minnesota workers vote to go on strike
A group of service workers at the University of Minnesota voted Monday to authorize a strike, meaning they could walk off the job as early as Oct. 22.
1,500 U of M workers to announce whether they will authorize strike
The votes have been cast, and on Monday afternoon, university workers who are members of Teamsters Local 320 will announce whether they’ve voted to authorize a strike. They're the employees who prepare the food, keep the dorms clean and maintain the lab animals.
1,500 U of M workers to announce whether they will authorize strike
Fifteen hundred union workers at the University of Minnesota are sounding the alarm on what they call chronic understaffing and poverty wages.
Minnesota's apples: What goes into making a world-class apple
FOX 9 Garden Guy Dale K stopped by the Apple House at the University of Minnesota's Landscape Arboretum to learn what goes into making Minnesota's world-class apples.
Gophers fans bring excitement for homecoming weekend game
It was an exciting homecoming game Saturday, with plenty of former students and many former players back in town and they definitely brought their school spirit.
Gophers fans bring excitement for homecoming weekend game
It was an exciting homecoming game Saturday, with plenty of former students and many former players back in town and they definitely brought their school spirit.
University of Minnesota discovers ancient meteor crash site in Inver Grove Heights
University of Minnesota geologists discovered the site of a meteor strike in Inver Grove Heights that dates back hundreds of millions of years.
PJ Fleck, Gophers talk after dominating 34-7 win over Michigan State (FULL PRESS CONFERENCE)
Coach PJ Fleck and Gophers players react after the Gophers dismantled Michigan State in front of more than 70,000 fans in East Lansing to improve to 4-0.
Minneapolis man charged in U of M bomb threat that caused evacuation
A Minneapolis man was charged for allegedly telling police he had a bomb while outside the Coffman Memorial Union building, which prompted an evacuation on Wednesday.
U of M dining hall worker shortage, students frustrated with food issues
Students at the University of Minnesota say their campus meal plans are expensive, and they feel they’re not getting what they paid for this school year.
University of Minnesota students frustrated by dining issues
Students at the U of M are frustrated with campus dining halls which now have shorter hours, limited options and sometimes run out of food. The U of M said they are experiencing a staffing shortage in dining.
University of Minnesota building evacuated from bomb threat now open
The University of Minnesota Coffman Memorial Union is back open after being evacuated Wednesday evening for a bomb threat.
St. Paul native becomes first Black woman to lead University of Minnesota's School of Social Work
The School of Social Work at the University of Minnesota is starting the new school year with a new director.
St. Paul native becomes first Black woman to lead University of Minnesota's School of Social Work
The School of Social Work at the University of Minnesota is starting the new school year with a new director. St. Paul native Dr. Joan Blakey is the first Black woman to fill the role with the School of Social Work, which was established in 1917.
Former Gopher linebacker donates kidney to former teammate on dialysis
Former Gopher Football linebacker Michael “Doobie” Kurus donated his kidney to former captain and defensive tackle Ed Hawthrone when Hawthorne was on dialysis and most in need. The act gave Hawthorne a second chance at life.
Former Gopher linebacker donates kidney to former teammate on dialysis
Former Gopher Football linebacker Michael “Doobie” Kurus donated his kidney to former captain and defensive tackle Ed Hawthrone when Hawthorne was on dialysis and most in need. The act gave Hawthorne a second chance at life.
The P.J. Fleck Show: What's next in Gophers vs. Colorado
The PJ Fleck Show on Tuesday talks about what's been working well for Gopher Football in the first two weeks of the season, what to expect against Colorado on Saturday, and Coach Fleck's reaction to Nebraska Coach Scott Frost getting fired.