From '6 7' to 'Skibidi': 15 of the most-used Gen Alpha slang terms of 2025
For anyone dreading sitting across from their teenage cousin and feeling like the oldest person to ever walk the earth as families gather over the next few weeks for the holidays, this one is for you.
Flying during a busy holiday season
The MSP Airport is expected more passengers after the holidays compared to last season. FOX 9's Leon Purvis has more.
Busy travel days at MSP: 50,000 expected to fly post-Christmas
The Metropolitan Airport Commission at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport said it is expecting an increase in travelers this holiday season, with more than 50,000 people expected to be screened each day on Friday, Dec. 26, and Sunday, Dec 28.
Some stores are charging for holiday gift returns: See the list
If you need to return holiday gifts this year, be ready to pay a price for avoiding return lines in some stores.
Hudson woman answers letters kids write to Santa
Every year, Richelle Jader reads more than 200 letters to Santa and answers each one, continuing a Christmas tradition that her former neighbors started years ago.
Hudson woman helps Santa answer his mail
A woman from Hudson, Wis., has taken it upon herself to make sure kids who write letters to Santa Claus get a response. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has the story.
Snoop Dogg releases 'Christmas in Minnesota' ahead of Vikings halftime performance
Snoop Dogg has released a new Minnesota-themed Christmas song ahead of his Christmas Day performance on Netflix at the Vikings-Lions game on Netflix.
2026: Things that happened 120 years ago
In 2026, the United States marks the 120-year anniversaries of several major events that shaped the nation’s history, innovation, and culture.
Pope Leo XIV calls for 'peace and consolation' in first Christmas Mass
Pope Leo XIV presided over his first Christmas Mass, calling for “peace and consolation" for victims of wars, injustice, political stability, religious persecution and terrorism.
Serving up meals for first responders on Christmas
Sometimes you have to work on Christmas. While you're at home enjoying the holiday, there are first responders on duty. We stopped by for some holiday meals in St. Louis Park and Minneapolis.
Viral: Cousins surprise California grandparents with Christmas sleepover
What the video shows is the couple's grandchildren re-creating "Grandparents' Christmas" held in Los Gatos, Calif. – a tribute to an annual tradition of more than a quarter-century, which for several years had gone by the wayside.
Taylor Swift donates more than $2M in holiday gifting spree
Taylor Swift is in the spirit of giving. Multiple organizations are sharing they’ve received donations from the pop star – with some amounting to as much as $1 million.
Powerball's $1.7B jackpot could make Christmas Eve unforgettable
Does it seem like lottery jackpots get bigger than they used to? It’s true - the odds are tougher now after a systematic change. But one lucky player could still have an unforgettable Christmas Eve.
Real vs. fake Christmas trees: An expert guide on what to buy this year
From cost and maintenance to sustainability, an industry expert weighs in on how to choose the right Christmas tree for your home and budget.
Restaurants open on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day in 2025
If cooking wasn't on the list this Christmas, here's an idea of where you can go and get a meal on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Santa Tracker: Watch NORAD track Santa Claus and his reindeer as they deliver gifts around the world
The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) team is all systems go to track Santa Claus as he and his reindeer deliver gifts around the world.
Millions expected to travel during holidays
The holiday travel rush is in full swing throughout the U.S., with AAA expecting more than 120 million people to be traveling at least 50 miles to gatherings nationwide the rest of the week.
National gas average drops to lowest in 4 years
As many Americans prepare to travel for their holiday gatherings, AAA is reporting that the national average for gas has dropped below $3 a gallon for the first time in four years.
Things to do in Minnesota: 5 things to do this weekend (Dec. 25–28)
From last-minute shopping ideas, to seeing festive lights while there's still some snow on the ground – there are plenty of things to do over the holiday weekend across Minnesota.
Holiday giving guide: How to support your communities with donations this Christmas
From food drives to toy collections, explore the best ways to give back and help those in need throughout your community for the holidays.