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State Sen. Omar Fateh to run for mayor of Minneapolis

Fateh, 34, became the first Somali American and first Muslim to serve in the Senate when he was first elected in 2020.

Real World Economics: Consider immigrants’ impacts on wages and jobs

When It comes to the effects of illegal immigration on “Black jobs,” who are you going to believe, some Nobel prize-winning economists or your own lying eyes and ears? Well, I’m with my own lying

Packers QB Jordan Love leaves game vs. Jaguars after apparently aggravating knee injury

Love left the game after contact after this whistle from Jaguars defensive end Travon Walker in the second half.

Amy Klobuchar and Royce White face off in U.S. Senate debate

Royce White, a former professional basketball player who now hosts a podcast, said the status quo in Washington needs to be shaken up.

Why does Minnesota lead the country in voter turnout — and which areas lead Minnesota?

Why Minnesotans are such active voters, what areas of the state had surprising turnout rates in 2020, and what could drive Minnesota voters in the upcoming election?

More than half a million ballots collected so far in Minnesota

According to the Minnesota Secretary of State, in the first five weeks of voting, local election officials have distributed 878,931 absentee and mail ballots in Minnesota, and county, city, and township election officials have accepted 565,

Flyers have little time to explore the lessons learned from snapping a six-game losing streak

After defeating the Wild on Saturday, the Flyers are back at it on Sunday against the Montreal Canadiens (7 p.m., NBCSP)

Omaha hockey gets shut out by Minnesota State

MANKATO, Minn. — Alex Tracy made 27 saves as Minnesota State shut out Omaha hockey 1-0 Saturday and swept a two-game series. UNO (2-4-0) lost its third straight despite notching a 27-16 shot advantage. At one point of the third period, the Mavericks had a 26-11 shot advantage.

Wadena woman killed in two-vehicle crash in Minnesota

SYLVAN TOWNSHIP, Minn. - One person died in a two-vehicle crash Friday, Oct. 25, on Highway 210 between Pillager and Baxter, the Minnesota State Patrol reported. The crash was reported about 11 a.m. on Highway 210 at Scearcyville Road S.W., the Patrol reported.

US Presidential Polls: What To Expect In Minnesota On Election Day

Minnesota voters will decide on Election Day how to award the state’s 10 presidential electoral votes, including whether to promote their twoterm governor to the vice presidency.

Better Composure & Focus Is Leading to Minnesota Wild Wins

The Wild have worked hard this season to change their ways and have improved nearly every aspect of their game, mainly their composure.

New Minnesota state reporter: High school class unlocked a love for journalism she didn't know she had

"I feel grateful," Mary Murphy said, referring to having landed a beat that allows her to report on political and other statewide news.

Skidding Flyers knock Wild off their game in 7-5 win

The Wild (5-1-2) tied the game 3-3 on Joel Eriksson Ek’s power-play goal with 3.2 seconds left in the third period, and Foligno tipped in a Zach Bogosian shot from the point to give Minnesota a 4-3 lead early in the third period. But the Flyers kept coming, and the Wild buckled.

Omaha hockey falls after late Minnesota State goal

Rhett Pitlick scored with 42.8 seconds remaining to spoil Omaha hockey's comeback and lead Minnesota State to a win.

Spurred by the ‘oat mafia,’ the familiar grain makes a comeback in Minnesota

What’s left for oat farmers in southern Minnesota is a smattering of smaller millers or elevators that process oats for livestock feed or seed. One food-grade oat plant, owned by Eden Prairie-based Grain Millers, churns in St. Ansgar, Iowa. Many of Larsen’s farmers deliver oats to St. Ansgar, which in turn sells oats to a range of food companies.

Minnesota calls itself the ‘state of hockey,’ and it continues to prove why

The crème de la crème among Minnesota’s public high school players, including Phil Housley, Jamie Langenbrunner, David Backes, and Brock Boeser, have found their way to the NHL.

Southeast Minnesota cities receive funding for 116 rental units

The Minnesota Housing board of directors approved $38.7 million to build new residential rental units in Greater Minnesota. The investment will create 832 market-rate rental units in small- to mid-sized communities with proven job growth and demand for workforce housing,

Gov. Walz names Ferguson director of Minnesota's new EMS agency

Gov. Tim Walz announced Thursday, Oct. 25 that Dylan Ferguson is the new director of the Office of Emergency Medical Services. The Office of Emergency Medical Services is a new government agency that was created in 2024 and oversees and supports emergency medical services.

Minnesota political parties ramp up outreach 10 days ahead of the 2024 election

The Minnesota Democratic Farm Labor Party held an event at its Rochester headquarters on Friday, Oct. 25 to recruit door knockers to help reach out to senior voters.

Work begins on Willmar, Minnesota, housing for those experiencing homelessness

A groundbreaking ceremony on Wednesday celebrated the beginning of construction for a development that will assist area families experiencing homelessness by providing temporary housing.

What time is the Detroit Lions game agains the Tennessee Titans?

Since a couple of of bumpy games to start the season, including a loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the Lions have rallied to win each of their last four games, including a huge win last Sunday over the Minnesota Vikings to grab first place in the NFC North with a 5-1 record.

Matthew Stafford throws four touchdown passes in Rams’ win over Vikings

With Cooper Kupp and Puka Nacua back from injury, Matthew Stafford and the Rams defeat the Minnesota Vikings after benefiting from a late missed call.

Minnesota Zoo reveals the Olympian-inspired name of new baby shark

Zoo visitors will be able to spot the striped baby Suni in the shark nursery in Discovery Bay, according to the zoo’s weekly newsletter. Those stripes won’t last forever; by t

Mlynkova comes through as Gopher women’s hockey team beats Minnesota State 8-2

Gophers women’s hockey coach Brad Frost entered Friday night’s game with the Minnesota State-Mankato Mavericks at Ridder Arena with a handful of what he called snake-bit forwards. If one game is

Brooklyn Park Police Federation Supports Families of Fallen First Responders with $5,000 Donation to The Minnesota 100 Club

The Brooklyn Park Police Federation donated $5,000 to The Minnesota 100 Club to support families of injured or fallen first responders.

‘Long overdue’: Indigenous people in Minnesota react as Biden apologizes for federal boarding school policy

Beaulieu works with the state’s Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives Office as a victim advocate. She’s also a child and grandchild of boarding school survivors. Beaulieu said she felt the president’s speech was a good first step.

Minnesota Vikings’ T.J. Hockenson returning from IR, Darrisaw added

A long-awaited return could finally happen next week as Minnesota Vikings tight end T.J. Hockenson has been activated from the team’s injured reserve designation.

The Natural Wonder in Minnesota That Is the Definition of a Hidden Gem

Following the sun’s arc across the Land of 10,000 Lakes, most folks will notice pretty quickly that the soaring river bluffs and deep, wooded valleys in the

How a small piece of a bathroom door lock helped solve the murder of a Minnesota nurse

A metal ring, about the size of a quarter, led to Matthew Ecker's murder charge for the death of Alexandra Pennig.

Minnesota Power’s agreement with stakeholders on lower rate increase approved

The Minnesota Public Utilities Commission (MPCU) approved a settlement agreement on Minnesota Power's 2024 electrical rate proposal on Thursday, October 24. This settlement will lower rates for all customers starting in early 2025.

Minnesota weather: Sunny and seasonable weekend ahead

MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - After Thursday night's first measurable rainfall in a month, a sunny & seasonable weekend is ahead. Friday is expected to feature a nice fall afternoon with plenty of sunshine followed by a clear and crisp night with a light breeze. Highs on Friday are likely to be in the upper 50s.

So Minnesota: HiFi Hair and Records

One man combines a cut and a chord at his Minneapolis shop. Jonny Clifford owns HiFi Hair and Records near Loring Park. “It’s become a bit of a gathering place,” he said. From Elvis’ pompadour to the Beatles mop top, hair and rock have always gone together.

Minnesota Republicans raise concerns over election security after unattended ballot debacle

There's new criticism of Minnesota's secretary of state less than two weeks before Election Day. It comes after ballots were left unattended outside Edina City Hall last week.

Indigenous voters in Minnesota should feel confident using their tribal ID for Election Day registration

Native people who are citizens of one of 11 federally recognized tribal nations in Minnesota can use their tribal ID, which is issued by their tribal government, to register to vote in-person.

Minnesota Timberwolves new concession foods announced for 2024-25: Photos

On the heels of a new season, the Minnesota Timberwolves have unveiled a smattering of new foods for fans to enjoy while they howl.

Minnesota Homeless Study shows who makes up the unhoused population in the state

Homelessness is a difficult issue to quantify, but for more than three decades the Wilder Foundation has been trying to do just that through the Homeless Study.

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