Minnesota lawmaker honored by Gov. Walz
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz attended an event honoring former state Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark Hortman, who were shot and killed in their home on June 14.
Minnesota leaders condemn polarizing rhetoric in wake of tragic shootings
In the aftermath of the shootings of two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses, some lawmakers are taking heat for their divisive rhetoric.
Lawmakers remember slain Minnesota public figures
On the Senate floor, senators discussed the life and works of slain Minnesota lawmakers who were killed by Vance Boelter in a "politically motivated attack" according to Governor Tim Walz.
Lawmakers shootings: Trump says calling Walz would ‘waste time’
Trump told reporters he wasn’t calling Minnesota’s governor Tim Walz after the lawmakers shooting, calling Walz “slick" and “whacked out" and saying a call would “waste time."
Minnesota lawmaker shootings: Vance Boelter facing federal charges for stalking, murder
Vance Boelter is facing several federal charges for stalking and murder in the targeted shootings of Rep. Melissa Hortman, Sen. John Hoffman and their spouses.
Minnesota lawmaker shootings: Vance Boelter went to 4 lawmakers' homes, charges say
In addition to allegedly shooting Melissa and Mark Hortman, and John and Yvette Hoffman, Vance Boelter is also accused of targeting lawmakers in Maple Grove and New Hope Saturday morning.
Minnesota lawmaker shootings: Who was on Vance Boelter's hit list?
The man now charged with shooting two Minnesota state lawmakers and their spouses in their own homes had targeted dozens of democratic officials, according to Vance Boelter's “hit list."
Minnesota lawmaker shooting suspect Vance Boelter makes first court appearance
Ahead of Vance Boelter's initial appearance in federal court, more details have emerged regarding the shootings of two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses.
MN lawmaker shootings: Vance Boelter charges reveal more about shootings
After a two-day manhunt, Vance Boelter has been arrested. Court documents unsealed Sunday night reveal more about the shootings of two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses.
MN lawmaker shootings: Timeline of what of what we know so far
Authorities have shared a timeline of events as the manhunt for 57-year-old Vance Boelter continues in the shootings of two Minnesota state lawmakers and their spouses.
Listen: Minnesota lawmaker shootings first responders audio
Emergency audio obtained by the FOX 9 Investigators reveals the dramatic moments after two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses were shot in targeted attacks. The audio depicts the efforts to try and save victims’ lives while one medic said at one point, “They don’t know where the shooter is."
MN lawmaker shootings: Vance Boelter listed pro-choice supporters; No Kings papers found in fake police car
The suspect who fatally shot Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband, and injured Sen. John Hoffman and his wife, had a manifesto with pro-life supporters on it, including Democratic lawmakers. He also had “No Kings" papers in his fake police vehicle.
Minnesota lawmaker shootings: Who is suspect Vance Boelter?
A manhunt is underway for 57-year-old Vance Boelter, identified by officials as the person of interest in the targeted shooting of two Minnesota lawmakers.
LATEST officials update, suspect in shooting ID'd
Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark, were shot and killed this morning in what appears to be a "politically motivated assassination". Officials have now identified a suspect who is still on the loose, and are asking for help from the public
Adorable video captures toddler's excitement over mom's Spider-Man nails
A toddler got super excited after seeing his mom's Spider-Man nails — and she captured it all on video.
Five years since the death of George Floyd
Thousands, including police reform and civil rights activists, gathered on Sunday to commemorate the fifth anniversary of the death of George Floyd. At a graveside service in Houston, Rev. Al Sharpton, joined by Floyd's family, said the 46-year-old Black man symbolized all those "who are defenseless against people who thought they could put their knee on our neck." LiveNOW's Christina Evans spoke with Dr. Nii-Quartelai Quartey, a national news anchor, educator, and community leader, as communities across the nation marked the five-year anniversary.
DOC 9 presents: After George Floyd
Five years after the murder of George Floyd, FOX 9 journalists examine what has--and hasn't--changed since May 25, 2020. This one-hour documentary includes in-depth conversations with neighbors and police about the city's efforts to move forward at George Floyd Square and with the state's consent decree that requires fundamental changes within the police department.
DOJ ends police lawsuits in Minneapolis, Louisville
The Justice Department is ending Biden-era police lawsuits against Minneapolis and Louisville. Additionally, their multi-year investigation into the Phoenix Police Department is being closed. LiveNOW's Andrew Craft is speaking with Rob Olson from Fox 9 Minneapolis to discuss the unfolding news and its potential impact on police departments.
DOJ files motion to dismiss Minneapolis consent decree
The Department of Justice has filed a motion asking a judge to dismiss the federal consent decree against the City of Minneapolis created in the aftermath of George Floyd's killing.
New FDA seasonal COVID-19 shot guidance seeks ‘evidence based’ approach
The FDA says the new approach will aim to balance a timely approval process for vaccines, while also weighing “the need for evidence" of their effectiveness for the masses.