Somali pirate from Minnesota sentenced for holding US journalist hostage
A Somali pirate from Minneapolis has been sentenced to federal prison for his role in holding an American journalist hostage for nearly three years.
Teenager who escaped care in stolen vehicle fails to appear at court hearing
With nowhere to go,13-year-old escaped hotel respite care after judge ordered his release from Juvenile Detention Center.
‘Gem footage' captures wildlife on trail cam in Voyageurs National Park
A trail camera within the Voyageurs National Park captured a wide range of wildlife footage from January to May 2024.
St. Paul drive-thru restrictions eyed by city leaders to improve safety
Restrictions being considered in St. Paul would limit the use of drive-thrus in an effort to improve pedestrian safety, but opponents say the requirements could also stifle development.
Scott County to certify election results, close MN House race could be recounted
The Scott County Canvassing Board will meet Wednesday afternoon to certify the election results, but a close race in House District 54a could trigger an automatic recount, and potentially determine which party controls the state House.
North Carolina woman dies after driving past barricade on hurricane-devastated highway
A 63-year-old woman, Patricia Mahoney of Southern Pines, North Carolina, died after driving around a barricade and off a hurricane-damaged stretch of Interstate 40 that had been severely eroded by Hurricane Helene.
Final 2024 electoral map: Here's how many votes Trump, Harris had
Former President Donald Trump, and now president-elect, had a historic comeback in the 2024 election after losing four years ago to President Joe Biden.
Louisville factory explosion kills 2, injures 11; Cause under investigation
A factory explosion at Givaudan Sense Colour in Louisville, Kentucky, on Tuesday killed two people, injured 11 others, and caused significant damage to nearby homes and businesses.
Upper Red Lake walleye limit stays at 4 fish this winter
Ice anglers will be able to keep four walleye on Upper Red Lake for the winter fishing season.
Mille Lacs Lake walleye limit set at 2 fish for this winter
Ice anglers will be able to keep two walleyes on Mille Lacs Lake this winter.
Scott County to certify votes in close House race
The Scott County canvassing board is scheduled to meet Wednesday afternoon to certify the results of last week’s election. The race for House District 54a could trigger an automatic recount as Democrat Brad Tabke is leading Republican Paul Aaron by just 14 votes. The results of the possible recount could change control of the state House. FOX 9’s Se Kwon has more on the story.
Edina parents advocate for timely notifications as lice cases continue
With an uptick in head lice cases, parents in Edina have been taking matters into their own hands - creating a system to notify parents of anonymously reported cases.
Edina parents create ‘lice line’ to track uptick
Due to the number of lice cases within the Edina Public Schools community, some parents have taken it upon themselves to actively communicate, and hopefully wash away the problem at the source.
Parents lament lack of grandchildren as newer generations wait longer
A tough situation is occurring for some families, when parents have one plan in mind for the family tree, and their children have different ideas about that family legacy.
Missing Wisconsin kayaker might have faked death, fled country: Authorities
When Ryan Borgwardt didn't return home from a fishing trip on Green Lake in Wisconsin in early August, local authorities believed he had drowned. But now they believe he is alive and well.
Nudieland mass shooting: Accused teen gunman takes plea deal, could avoid prison time
One of the two teen gunman charged with murder in the Nudieland concert venue mass shooting could avoid a prison sentence under a plea deal.
The Wildcat Sanctuary in northern MN buys 120 acres of land
A sanctuary for big cats, like tigers, leopards, and cougars, in northern Minnesota is buying a large chunk of land.
Dave St. Peter says stepping down as Twins' CEO not related to team's sale
The Minnesota Twins announced a major leadership shakeup as the team is up for sale.
Minnesota election offices receive emailed bomb threat
State officials say a number of election offices in Minnesota have received email bomb threats since last Friday.
Louisville factory explosion injures 11 workers as cause remains unknown
An explosion at Givaudan Sense Colour, a Louisville, Kentucky, facility that produces natural colorants for food and drinks, injured eleven employees on Tuesday, with two in critical condition.