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Matt Higgins inspired by daughters to bring leadership to the Gophers
The newly named head coach of Gophers golf, Matt Higgins, used to be worried about how well his players shot. Now, he said he cares more about his players’ feelings after their rounds. Time away from coaching and desires for how he wanted his daughters to be coached led...
Emerging Vikings Defender Tabbed Breakout Candidate
The Minnesota Vikings will begin their training camp shortly. Rookies are scheduled to arrive on Sunday, and the remaining players on Tuesday. In the following weeks, the team will prepare for the regular season that kicks off on September 8. The Vikings made many changes in the offseason. Replacing the pass rushers and acquiring a new quarterback were certainly the main adjustments.
Minnesota Vikings QB Situation without Kirk Cousins Revealed
The Minnesota Vikings are experiencing quarterback uncertainty with Kirk Cousins gone, but they have a strong foundation with four quarterbacks on the roster, including Sam Darnold, J.J. McCarthy, Nick Mullens, and Jaren Hall, providing solid options to choose from. Darnold was drafted 3rd overall by the Jets in 2018. Mullens...
Minnesota man believed dead after fall into fast moving Montana Creek
CARBON COUNTY, MT – A Minnesota man is believed dead after a fall into a creek in Montana. Authorities in Carbon County, Montana say Dylan Honnoll of Rogers, Minnesota was hiking near Billings on July 12th when he reportedly fell into the rapids of East Rosebud Creek. Investigators believe he was trapped underwater after falling in. Additional items belonging to Honnoll were found in the creek on Friday.
Faribault standoff shuts down Interstate 35 in both directions
FARIBAULT, Minn. — A standoff with an allegedly armed suspect in southern Minnesota shut down traffic on Interstate 35 for hours Sunday afternoon.The Rice County Sheriff's Office says a vehicle police had been pursuing stopped on northbound I-35 south of Faribault city limits shortly before 3 p.m.The suspect exited the vehicle with a handgun and entered the southbound lanes of the freeway, which prompted authorities to shut down traffic in both directions and issue a shelter-in-place warning to area residents. The sheriff's office says the man paced around the interstate with a handgun as officers repeatedly commanded him to drop his weapon. He did not comply and allegedly fired multiple rounds from his gun. No injuries were reported.Using "non-lethal tactics," authorities say they arrested the suspect around 7 p.m.The standoff happened on a stretch of I-35 that is currently under construction with traffic limited to two lanes.
I-35 open after incident with police on scene caused temporary detour near Faribault
Interstate 35 has reopened after an incident with police on the scene caused a detour in both directions near Faribault Sunday. Motorists were detoured off of Interstate 35 in both directions at Medford near Faribault late Sunday afternoon. A police presence was visible on MnDOT traffic cameras. Around 8 p.m.,...
Death Investigation in Sauk Rapids
SAUK RAPIDS (WJON News) -- Authorities are investigating after a man's body was found in a Sauk Rapids park. Sauk Rapids police say just before 7:00 a.m. Sunday they responded to a call in Lions Park at 85 River Avenue. The Sauk Rapids police department has asked for the help...
Flash flood warning in parts of metro until Sunday afternoon
ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) - The National Weather Service (NWS) is issuing a flash flood warning that includes St. Paul, Eagan and Maplewood which is expected to last until 12:45 p.m. Sunday. What we know. Some parts of the Twin Cities metro area are under a flash flood warning...
Global technology outage continues to impact flights at MSP Airport
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - A global technology breakdown continues to impact flights in and out of the Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport. On Sunday, several stranded passengers slept on the floor. Time seemed to be at a standstill, and many travelers told FOX 9 they would not be able to go anywhere...
Epic Fun Alert: Minneapolis Aquatennial 2024 Kicks Off With Awesome Events & Star Power!
MINNEAPOLIS, MN – The Minneapolis Aquatennial is back next week with a lineup of free events, including its famous parade and spectacular fireworks show. This fun Minneapolis event is one of the most epic summer festivals in Minnesota!. What is the Minneapolis Aquatennial?. The Minneapolis Aquatennial is the city’s...
WCHA Powerhouse Programs Continue To Add Skilled Players In Fight For Supremacy
Ohio State, Minnesota, and Wisconsin have continued to load up on talent this offseason. It looks like the WCHA and national women's hockey titles will again be contended for among these top teams.
Minneapolis honors activist Spike Moss with street renaming
On the morning of Tuesday, July 16, more than 400 people gathered under a tented stage in a North Minneapolis parking lot of the Urban Research and Engagement Center (UROC) for a celebration and street renaming ceremony to honor community activist and freedom fighter Harry “Spike” Moss. The...
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