How many have applied for Minnesota’s new Paid Leave Program?
Minnesota’s new Paid Leave program is now underway. FOX 9's Tim Blotz breaks down the latest numbers, including how many people have applied and what the early data shows.
Minnesota’s new Paid Leave program is now underway. FOX 9's Tim Blotz breaks down the latest numbers, including how many people have applied and what the early data shows.
World Juniors gold medal championship, Minnesota Wild update & Vikings talk with Jessi P
Jessi Pierce joins the Bardown Beauties Podcast to break down what went wrong for Team USA, preview the Sweden vs. Czechia gold medal game tonight at 7:30 pm CT, and share her thoughts on the Vikings’ 9–8 finish. Plus, who she’s rooting for to win it all and a look ahead to Wild vs. Kings tonight.
Jessi Pierce joins the Bardown Beauties Podcast to break down what went wrong for Team USA, preview the Sweden vs. Czechia gold medal game tonight at 7:30 pm CT, and share her thoughts on the Vikings’ 9–8 finish. Plus, who she’s rooting for to win it all and a look ahead to Wild vs. Kings tonight.
Team USA Olympic Hockey roster, Napheesa Collier, dry January and more - Jan 2
From sports and pop culture to timely conversations, FOX 9's The Afternoon Shift keeps you informed and entertained.
From sports and pop culture to timely conversations, FOX 9's The Afternoon Shift keeps you informed and entertained.
Gingerbread Wonderland is in its final weekend if you haven’t checked it out
Gingerbread Wonderland is wrapping up its final weekend at Norway House in Minnesota. Max Stevenson, Chief of Staff of Norway House, joins us to highlight this year’s standout displays and what has made the event such a popular holiday tradition. He also shares what visitors should know before making a last-chance visit this chilly Minnesota weekend.
Gingerbread Wonderland is wrapping up its final weekend at Norway House in Minnesota. Max Stevenson, Chief of Staff of Norway House, joins us to highlight this year’s standout displays and what has made the event such a popular holiday tradition. He also shares what visitors should know before making a last-chance visit this chilly Minnesota weekend.
Why “Auld Lang Syne” became one of the most sung songs in the world
“Auld Lang Syne” is widely considered the second most sung and performed song in the world, especially during New Year’s celebrations. Professor Murray Pittock, a professor of literature at the University of Glasgow, joins us from Scotland to explain the song’s origins. He also shares why its message continues to resonate across cultures and generations.
“Auld Lang Syne” is widely considered the second most sung and performed song in the world, especially during New Year’s celebrations. Professor Murray Pittock, a professor of literature at the University of Glasgow, joins us from Scotland to explain the song’s origins. He also shares why its message continues to resonate across cultures and generations.
USA Hockey announces roster as Minnesota Frost defender Lee Stecklein joins the show
USA Hockey announced its latest roster today, and Minnesota Frost defender Lee Stecklein joins us to react. She reflects on her previous Olympic experiences and what it means to represent Team USA on the international stage. Stecklein also talks about playing professionally in Minnesota and the growth of women’s hockey.
USA Hockey announced its latest roster today, and Minnesota Frost defender Lee Stecklein joins us to react. She reflects on her previous Olympic experiences and what it means to represent Team USA on the international stage. Stecklein also talks about playing professionally in Minnesota and the growth of women’s hockey.
Celebrate Dry January with art, music and sobriety at Indeed Brewing
Indeed Brewing is celebrating Dry January with PINKCLOUD, a free sobriety-themed art and music series at its Ox Taproom. The event features work by local artist Ben Hering, whose recycled-material artwork is made possible by his sobriety journey. PINKCLOUD runs the first four Fridays of the month from 7 to 11 p.m.
Indeed Brewing is celebrating Dry January with PINKCLOUD, a free sobriety-themed art and music series at its Ox Taproom. The event features work by local artist Ben Hering, whose recycled-material artwork is made possible by his sobriety journey. PINKCLOUD runs the first four Fridays of the month from 7 to 11 p.m.
Inside the ring: The 2026 Land O’Lakes Kennel Club Dog Show
The 2026 Land O’Lakes Kennel Club Dog Show is underway at the Saint Paul RiverCentre, where top breeds from across the country are competing for best in show.
The 2026 Land O’Lakes Kennel Club Dog Show is underway at the Saint Paul RiverCentre, where top breeds from across the country are competing for best in show.
LIVE NEWS | Best of 2025, MN day care fraud, NYE and more
From sports and pop culture to timely conversations, FOX 9's The Afternoon Shift keeps you informed and entertained.
From sports and pop culture to timely conversations, FOX 9's The Afternoon Shift keeps you informed and entertained.
Fraud’s impact in Minnesota: Sen. Zaynab Mohamed on how the Somali community is being affected
Minnesota State Sen. Zaynab Mohamed joins The Afternoon Shift to discuss the broader impact of fraud cases in Minnesota, including how they have affected the Somali community. She addresses concerns from community members, the current climate of scrutiny and state leaders' responses to the cases.
Minnesota State Sen. Zaynab Mohamed joins The Afternoon Shift to discuss the broader impact of fraud cases in Minnesota, including how they have affected the Somali community. She addresses concerns from community members, the current climate of scrutiny and state leaders' responses to the cases.
Rev your engines: Twin Cities Auto Show rolls into Minneapolis
The Twin Cities Auto Show is rolling into the Minneapolis Convention Center, featuring the latest cars, trucks, and technology shaping the auto industry. From new vehicle trends to Minnesota’s love of trucks, there’s something for every kind of driver. Scott Lambert, president of the Twin Cities Auto Show, joins the Afternoon Shift to highlight the event.
The Twin Cities Auto Show is rolling into the Minneapolis Convention Center, featuring the latest cars, trucks, and technology shaping the auto industry. From new vehicle trends to Minnesota’s love of trucks, there’s something for every kind of driver. Scott Lambert, president of the Twin Cities Auto Show, joins the Afternoon Shift to highlight the event.
Minnesota child care funding freeze: Impact on child care centers
The federal government has frozen all child care funding for Minnesota, sending shockwaves through the daycare industry. Ladybug Child Care CEO Michelle Kraus explains how the freeze could impact centers, parents, and children and what families need to know as providers and lawmakers look ahead to what’s next.
The federal government has frozen all child care funding for Minnesota, sending shockwaves through the daycare industry. Ladybug Child Care CEO Michelle Kraus explains how the freeze could impact centers, parents, and children and what families need to know as providers and lawmakers look ahead to what’s next.
World Juniors Ice Hockey Championship, Minnesota AG Keith Ellison, overcoming seasonal depression and more: Dec. 30, 2025
From sports and pop culture to timely conversations, FOX 9's The Afternoon Shift keeps you informed and entertained.
From sports and pop culture to timely conversations, FOX 9's The Afternoon Shift keeps you informed and entertained.
What to know about end-of-year charitable giving
Charitable giving ramps up at the end of the year, but how can donors make sure their money is having the biggest impact? Erin M. Calloway, JD — founder of Calloway & Co. Consulting — joins the show to explain why year-end giving is so popular, what donors often overlook, and how unrestricted gifts can help nonprofits do their best work. She also breaks down tax considerations and weighs the pros and cons of giving directly to individuals versus larger organizations.
Charitable giving ramps up at the end of the year, but how can donors make sure their money is having the biggest impact? Erin M. Calloway, JD — founder of Calloway & Co. Consulting — joins the show to explain why year-end giving is so popular, what donors often overlook, and how unrestricted gifts can help nonprofits do their best work. She also breaks down tax considerations and weighs the pros and cons of giving directly to individuals versus larger organizations.
Rochester mayor Kim Norton discusses city growth, Mayo Clinic ties and her 2026 goals
Rochester Mayor Kim Norton joins us to discuss leading Minnesota’s third-largest city, her historic role as Rochester’s first woman mayor and her relationship with the Mayo Clinic. Norton also explains the Bush Fellowship program, reflects on her background as a former state legislator, and outlines her goals and priorities for the mayor’s office as Rochester looks ahead to 2026.
Rochester Mayor Kim Norton joins us to discuss leading Minnesota’s third-largest city, her historic role as Rochester’s first woman mayor and her relationship with the Mayo Clinic. Norton also explains the Bush Fellowship program, reflects on her background as a former state legislator, and outlines her goals and priorities for the mayor’s office as Rochester looks ahead to 2026.
Minnesota AG Keith Ellison addresses viral fraud claims, ICE activity and his 2026 priorities
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison joins us to respond to a viral video alleging fraud in the state, discuss the latest ICE activity in the Twin Cities and outline his priorities for the Attorney General’s Office heading into 2026.
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison joins us to respond to a viral video alleging fraud in the state, discuss the latest ICE activity in the Twin Cities and outline his priorities for the Attorney General’s Office heading into 2026.
Best books of 2025: Favorites, trends, and how one reader read 171 in a year
What does it take to read 171 books in a single year? Hockey broadcaster and prolific reader Alexis Pearson shares her favorite books of 2025, the trends that defined the year in reading, and the habits that help her make time for books—even with a busy schedule.
What does it take to read 171 books in a single year? Hockey broadcaster and prolific reader Alexis Pearson shares her favorite books of 2025, the trends that defined the year in reading, and the habits that help her make time for books—even with a busy schedule.
Thriving through winter: How to overcome seasonal depression
As the days are short and grow colder, many people notice changes in mood, energy and motivation. Psychotherapist Jenna Dorschner, LICSW from LynLake Centers for Wellbeing explains what seasonal depression is, why it happens and practical ways to care for your mental health through the winter months.
As the days are short and grow colder, many people notice changes in mood, energy and motivation. Psychotherapist Jenna Dorschner, LICSW from LynLake Centers for Wellbeing explains what seasonal depression is, why it happens and practical ways to care for your mental health through the winter months.
IIHF World Junior Championship: Can Team USA defend its World Junior Ice Hockey title?
The 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship is officially underway in St. Paul, bringing the world’s top young hockey talent to center ice. Jessi Pierce, co-host of the Bardown Beauties podcast, joins us to break down how the tournament has looked so far, which nations are emerging as early contenders, and the players fans should be watching closely. Plus, we look ahead to whether Team USA has what it takes to repeat as champions.
The 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship is officially underway in St. Paul, bringing the world’s top young hockey talent to center ice. Jessi Pierce, co-host of the Bardown Beauties podcast, joins us to break down how the tournament has looked so far, which nations are emerging as early contenders, and the players fans should be watching closely. Plus, we look ahead to whether Team USA has what it takes to repeat as champions.
Snow emergencies across Minnesota, making a career change, Marty Supreme review and more: Dec. 29, 2025
Maxx Fuller hosts as the team dives into the day’s top stories, sports talk, and trending entertainment. Jenna Estlick, President of Human Resource Solutions at Versique, shares expert advice on how to make a career change in the new year. Plus, Maxx reviews Marty Supreme and Grace breaks down Stranger Things 5: Volume 2 in this week’s Fresh Fromatoes. Finally, a look into the icy conditions and snowfall in Minnesota. From sports and pop culture to timely conversations, The Afternoon Shift keeps you informed and entertained.
Maxx Fuller hosts as the team dives into the day’s top stories, sports talk, and trending entertainment. Jenna Estlick, President of Human Resource Solutions at Versique, shares expert advice on how to make a career change in the new year. Plus, Maxx reviews Marty Supreme and Grace breaks down Stranger Things 5: Volume 2 in this week’s Fresh Fromatoes. Finally, a look into the icy conditions and snowfall in Minnesota. From sports and pop culture to timely conversations, The Afternoon Shift keeps you informed and entertained.