Huddy?s Hike for SUDC Awareness
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A local family is hoping to turn their loss into change and action. Last January, Sam and Ginna Henriksen lost their little boy Hudson. He was 18-months-old. He went to sleep and never woke up. He died from Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood or SUDC. SUDC is considered 5th leading category of death in kids ages 1-4, and yet very few people have ever heard of it. After Hudson?s death, the Henriksen?s launched an event in his memory. Huddy?s Hike is taking place Sunday, June 8 at Harriet?s Island in St. Paul. The event will feature music by the band, Yam Haus, a 1-mile walk, kids activities, a silent auction, food trucks and more.

Walk for Animals happening this weekend
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The Animal Humane Society's largest fundraiser of the year is almost here. Walk For Animals is happening Saturday at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds.

Sensory classroom on wheels
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A mobile sensory classroom is cruising the streets of the Twin Cities.Jenny Glickstein launched the SenseUp School, a mobile classroom for young children with sensory development needs. She is part of the Fraser Festival. It is returning to Saint Paul RiverCentre on Saturday, May 3 from 9 a.m. ? 1 p.m.

FOX 9 Good Day: April 29, 2025
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Beyonce's latest concert starts off on the wrong note as ticket prices drop insanely low for shows in Los Angeles. Plus, what does it take to be a professional pooper scooper? Garden Guy Dale K. tags along with a crew in the metro. Also, a look at how the U of M Raptor Center is helping baby birds in need this spring

Low-cost vet care through AHS
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The Animal Humane Society's largest fundraiser of the year is coming up on May 3rd. The Walk for Animals helps with AHS's mission to help animals in need. It also helps them with programs including low-cost vet care services. Dr. Graham Brayshaw joined the FOX 9 Morning News to chat about the programming and the upcoming walk.

U of M Dance team heading to World Championships
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The winningest college dance team in the country, is hoping to add more medals to its collection. The University of Minnesota dance team is representing the United States at this weekends? ICU World Championships in Orlando. They?ll be competing in the pom and jazz category. The team won a national championship with its pom routine earlier this year and will perform it once again with new uniforms. They?ll be debuting a new jazz routine to Eminem?s song, Lose Yourself. The event will stream on Olympics.com and takes place April 23rd through the 25th.

Treasure Island Casino hosting playoff watch parties
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Treasure Island Casino is hosting two watch parties Tuesday night as the Minnesota Wild and the Timberwolves continue their playoff run. Both watch parties feature live game broadcasts, complimentary food, drink specials and prize giveaways.

Kitten found after fire adopted by rescuer
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The kitten was found in a field in Coon Rapids as first responders were responding to a grass fire at a homeless encampment. Coon Rapids Community Officer Eric Prindle brought the kitten to the Animal Humane Society in Coon Rapids were veterinarians weren?t sure if he would survive his injuries. Officer Prindle felt such a strong connection with the kitten, named JJ, he decided to adopt the cat after his original owner decided she could not properly care for his injuries.

Temporary pet housing through AHS
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Ahead of the Walk For Animals, the Animal Humane Society joined Fox 9 Good Day to chat about one of their important programs. AHS offers temporary pet housing for those in short-term crisis. Temporary pet housing helps individuals experiencing extended hospital stays, a sudden change in their living situation, family emergencies, and more.

Children's Theatre sexual abuse survivors share stories in film
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A film documenting sexual abuse in the 70s and 80s at The Children's Theatre Company is making its film debut in Minneapolis. Magic & Monsters features stories of survivors breaking their silence. The film is directed by Norah Shapiro. It's being shown as part of the Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival.

36th annual Donnie Smith Bike Show in Twin Cities
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The largest custom motorcycle show in the Midwest returns to the Twin Cities this weekend for its 36th annual event.

Roseville's role in the board game realm
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Minnesota is home to Asmodee North America, a leader in the board game publishing and distribution industry. Asmodee?s catalog of games includes more than 3,000 titles. The board game industry saw renewed interest during the COVID-19 Pandemic, and companies including Asmodee continue to thrive.

Perkins-loving brothers will make your day
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Twin brothers cannot start their day until they have breakfast together at Perkins in Plymouth, Minnesota. This decades-long tradition drew the attention of Perkins, and now the brothers will be helping open the newest location in Orlando.

AHS hosting pop up pet food pantry event
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The Animal Humane Society is offering some free pet food and supplies for families facing financial hardships. Their Free Pantry Pop Up is taking place Saturday at their location off of University Ave. West in St. Paul From 10 am - 2pm or until supplies last. This Saturday guests can stop by to pick up free food and supplies. Items offered include: approximately one month?s supply of dry dog food and/or dry cat food and miscellaneous new or gently used pet supplies.

Inflation rate hits 2.8% in February
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We're getting a pulse check on a key measure of inflation. The latest Consumer Price Index shows inflation is up 2.8% compared to this time last year. Those numbers are better than expected. Patrick Rehkamp, a senior financial writer from 1834, A Division of Old National Bank, joined the FOX 9 Morning News to talk about the latest numbers.

Wendy Williams calls Rosanna Scotto on live TV: Hear her speak

Wendy Williams called Good Day New York and spoke to Rosanna Scotto after she was hospitalized this week amid reports that she “feels like a prisoner" in her assisted living facility.

Sea lions take spotlight at Minnesota Zoo
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Sea lions at the Minnesota Zoo will start putting on shows twice daily beginning on Thursday, Feb. 6. FOX 9?s Shayne Wells was live at the zoo with a first look.

New flavors from the Fancy Food show
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Just about every day, there seems to be a new food creation popping up at the store, but have you ever wondered where some of those ideas come from? Twice a year, the Specialty Food Assiciation hosts what's known as the Fancy Food Show in Las Vegas. Jerrod Sumner from Minnesota Monthly visited the show earlier this month and joined FOX 9 Good Day to share some of his favorite finds.

Catching up with Alix Kendall
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The last time she was on live TV, former FOX 9 anchor Alix Kendall was riding off on a Vespa Scooter. She made her return to the FOX 9 Studios Tuesday to help promote the upcoming Taste of the Twin Cities event, and catch us up on her life.