International Left-Handers Day: Facts about lefties you may not have known
Happy International Left-Handers Day! Nearly 10% of the world’s population is left-handed.
St. Paul neighborhood still honoring 4th of July
A neighbor planted 245 American flags along St. Paul's Lexington Parkway South for the Fourth of July, creating what he calls a "walk of honor" to remember veterans.
Delano’s 164-year-old 4th of July celebration returns after 2020 cancellation
Delano is known for having one of the largest and oldest Fourth of July celebrations, and this year organizers scrambled to prepare the event after its cancelation last year and unknowns about the possibility of it happening in 2021.
By land and lake, Minnesotans celebrate 4th of July with parades
Across the Twin Cities, Minnesotans celebrated the Fourth of July with parades on land, jet skis on the water, and memorial planes flying overhead.
4th of July: Where to watch fireworks in the Twin Cities
After most cities canceled their fireworks shows last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this Fourth of July is going to look a little more normal.
Minnesota woman killed during 4th of July parade in Iowa
A Minnesota woman was killed and three other people injured Saturday at an Independence Day parade in Iowa.
America misses Biden's COVID-19 vaccination goal on Independence Day
The United States fell short of President Biden’s goal to have 70% of adults vaccinated by July 4, but his tweet Sunday morning thanked the millions of Americans who’ve already rolled up a sleeve.
Joey Chestnut, Michelle Lesco win Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest
The annual Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest is back Sunday, and so is the live audience.
Fireworks a concern for Minnesota's tinder dry conditions
Minnesota's tinder dry conditions has the Department of Natural Resources and others concerned about backyard Fourth of July fireworks.
Father’s Day celebrations kick off ‘summer of freedom’ from virus
President Biden wants to celebrate Independence Day as a “summer of freedom” from the virus, but many may already feel a return to normalcy this Father’s Day.
Juneteenth commemorated across Twin Cities on Saturday
Juneteenth ceremonies were held across the Twin Cities metro on Saturday.
Juneteenth, ‘a day of profound weight and power,’ marked across the US
While Juneteenth’s recognition at a time of racial reckoning is appreciated by many, some say more is still needed to be done to change policies that are disadvantageous to Black Americans.
Treat your dad: Father’s Day deals, specials and freebies
Whether it's a sweet dessert or a savory steak, check out these super special deals for a super special dad.
List of Twin Cities area Juneteenth celebrations
Juneteenth, also known as Black Independence Day, is being celebrated across the Twin Cities area by a number of local organizations.
Plans underway to commemorate Juneteenth across Twin Cities metro area
Twin Cities metro area leaders are preparing for Juneteenth celebrations this weekend.
Stores closed on Thanksgiving Day: Kohl’s, Walmart, Target and more
A growing list of retailers including Best Buy, Target and Walmart announced they will be shuttering their stores on Thanksgiving Day 2021.
Minnesota cities eager for return of Fourth of July celebrations
As pandemic restrictions ease, Minnesotans are looking forward to a more normal Fourth of July this year.
White House July 4 party will celebrate independence from COVID-19
President Biden wants to give July 4th new meaning this year and is also encouraging nationwide celebrations to mark the country’s effective return to normalcy.
World War II bomber flyover becomes Memorial Day tradition in Minnesota
The World War II-era B-25 bomber flew over Twin Cities area cemeteries Monday in what is becoming a Memorial Day tradition in Minnesota.
Blaine hosts new Memorial Day ceremony to remember native son
In Blaine, a native son was remembered in the first-ever Memorial Day ceremony at Veterans Memorial Park.