Rob Olson

2 weeks ago | fox9.com | Rob Olson

A storm system that passed through Minnesota on Monday left some homeowners dealing with next steps and insurance claims. FOX 9’s Rob Olson spoke with some insurance experts on their take. MINNETONKA, Minn. (FOX 9) - Josh Sitzmann had prepared for a busy Tuesday, expecting a wave of calls from homeowners in the wake of strong storms.

2 weeks ago | finance.yahoo.com | Rob Olson

Unlock stock picks and a broker-level newsfeed that powers Wall Street. Rob Olson Tue, Apr 29, 2025, 6:38 PM 2 min read The Brief Several years of major storm damage in Minnesota have homeowners rates expected to rise by 15%. Insurers are also becoming more restrictive on what they pay out, feeling the pressure of rising claims and higher repair costs. Too many claims could lead to even higher rates or losing your insurance altogether MINNETONKA, Minn.

3 weeks ago | fox9.com | Rob Olson

BROOKLYN PARK, Minn. (FOX 9) - Brooklyn Park police have read the comments on social media. They know people are wondering why there are suddenly a surge of missing persons reports. "There’s a range of feedback," says Deputy Chief Elliot Faust, "but what I’m hearing and seeing a lot of is what’s going on in Brooklyn Park? Why are there so many missing people? Are people being snatched off of our streets?" The answer is no.

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Rob Olson

The BriefIn recent weeks, Brooklyn Park Police began posting all missing persons reports online, leading to misperception that cases are suddenly rising. 45% of reports come from city’s large number of group homes, with most returning on their own within hours. 61% of reported missing persons have been reported multiple times, also largely residents of group homes. BROOKLYN PARK, Minn. (FOX 9) - Brooklyn Park police have read the comments on social media.

4 weeks ago | fox9.com | Rob Olson

For months, elected officials and industry leaders have raised the alarm. They fear farmers are headed for deep trouble amidst the ongoing trade war and tariff uncertainty and bailing them out will be far more expensive than it was in 2018, when exports to China took a big hit. The voices of concern keep growing as the US planting season gets underway.