Metro Transit debuts new safety initiative
Metro Transit officials started a new safety initiative for light rails Thursday called Transit Rider Investment Program, or TRIP.
Minneapolis Public Works strike approved by 98% of workers
More than 400 workers for the City of Minneapolis have voted to authorize a strike throughout its Public Works department.
Metro Transit Lost and Found helping connect riders with lost items
A newly revamped Metro Transit Lost and Found system is helping more riders reconnect with their lost items than ever before.
Man charged with robbing, sexually assaulting escorts in Twin Cities
Court records say 23-year-old Dalvin Crockett is a suspect in other attacks, with several of the victims being escorts. Many reported similar aspects to having their text messages deleted and similar descriptions of the suspects' clothing and firearms.
Minneapolis Home + Garden Show opens for 90th year
In 1934, Minneapolis hosted its first Home + Garden Show and 90 years later, it’s still a mainstay and source of inspiration. The Minneapolis Home + Garden Show runs for five days from Feb. 21-25 at the Minneapolis Convention Center. Minneapolis Home + Garden Show Schedule: Wednesday, Feb. 21, from Noon – 8 p.m.; Thursday, Feb. 22 from Noon – 8 p.m.; Friday, Feb. 23 from 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.; Saturday, Feb. 24 from 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.; and Sunday, Feb. 25 from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Dario in Minneapolis features homemade pasta
Two industry veterans have partnered to open Dario in the North Loop neighborhood of Minneapolis. Chef Joe Rolle and Beverage Director Stephen Rowe brought in Rachael Cornelius McLeod of the Cornelius Pasta Company to run the pasta room. The pasta is made fresh everyday in house. McLeod’s pasta became Instagram famous over the last few years as she hosted pop-ups. Now you can find that pasta everyday at Dario which is on the main floor of the T3 Building.
Minneapolis teacher union head announces bid for school board
As the Minneapolis school board is locked in contract negotiations with teachers, the head of the Minneapolis teachers union has announced her bid for the school board.
Lake Street Kmart redevelopment plan offered by Minneapolis officials
After a fire led to an expedited demolition of the former Lake Street Kmart, city officials will unveil their plan to once again reconnect Nicollet Avenue across Lake Street in south Minneapolis.
Burnsville officers killed: MPD chief, Mpls mayor speak
Minneapolis police chief Brian O'Hara and Minneapolis Mayor discuss the deadly shooting in Burnsville.
Fans flock to Minneapolis for Loppet Cup
20,000 cross-country ski fans descended upon Theodore Wirth Park to watch the fastest skiers in the world face off at the Cross-Country World Cup this weekend.
Dead body found in vacant Minneapolis building prompts death investigation: Police
Minneapolis police are investigating the death of a man found with a gunshot wound in a vacant building. No arrests have been made.
Eat Street shooting gunman guilty in gang crossfire that left mother with bullet in jaw
A woman nearly killed in gang crossfire on Minneapolis’ popular Eat Street is now one step closer to justice after the gunman pleaded guilty this week to being the one who fired the bullet.
Meet Northwest Airlines 1st Black pilot
After serving time in the Air Force, Woody Fountain became the first Black pilot for Northwest Airlines. His career took him across the globe, and he's now looking back at his time in the sky. FOX 9's Tim Blotz shares more about Fountain's incredible story.
A hero of the Underground Railroad buried in Minnesota
Known for his work on the Underground Railroad, William Goodridge is a legend in York, Pennsylvania. But this historical figure is also important for Minnesota because he’s buried in Minneapolis.
Underground Railroad hero buried in Minnesota
William Goodridge has a long history of working on the Underground Railroad and he is buried in Minnesota. FOX 9's Kelcey Carlson has the story.
Minneapolis robbery spree: 4 teens face charges
The Hennepin County Attorney's Office announced charges against four teens in robbery cases as Minneapolis police continue to investigate the armed robbery spree over the weekend.
Minneapolis's Basilica Block Party announced 2024 location
The Basilica Block Party released the location of this summer's party.
No snow emergency for Minneapolis or St. Paul
Both Minneapolis and St. Paul announced Thursday afternoon they WON'T declare snow emergencies after a blast of snow for Valentine's Day.
Snow arrives for Loppet Cup in Minneapolis after mild winter season
After weeks of snow-making amid a mild winter in Minnesota, the Twin Cities finally saw some snow ahead of the Loppet Cup. But, it's not really helping race organizers.
Snow arrives ahead of Loppet Cup
The Twin Cities metro finally saw snow ahead of the Loppet Cup this weekend, but race organizers say the course was ready to go, and the additional snowfall could make things more challenging.