Tedde Moore, Miss Shields from 'A Christmas Story,' dies at 79: reports
Tedde Moore, the actress who portrayed elementary school teacher Miss Shields in the holiday classic, "A Christmas Story" has died.
Tedde Moore, the actress who portrayed elementary school teacher Miss Shields in the holiday classic, "A Christmas Story" has died.
US Postal Service unveils 2026 holiday stamps - See the designs
The U.S. Postal Service has unveiled its 2026 holiday stamp designs featuring Christmas cookies, Madonna and Child, a Diwali stamp for the annual autumn festival, a Hanukkah design honoring the eight-day Jewish holiday, a Kwanzaa stamp honoring the pan-African holiday, and a Winter Wreath stamp capturing the festivities of the season.
The U.S. Postal Service has unveiled its 2026 holiday stamp designs featuring Christmas cookies, Madonna and Child, a Diwali stamp for the annual autumn festival, a Hanukkah design honoring the eight-day Jewish holiday, a Kwanzaa stamp honoring the pan-African holiday, and a Winter Wreath stamp capturing the festivities of the season.
Watch: Star-spangled skydiver crash-lands into packed rodeo
A patriotic entrance took a dramatic turn at a California rodeo when a skydiver carrying a giant American flag lost control and crashed near the crowd.
A patriotic entrance took a dramatic turn at a California rodeo when a skydiver carrying a giant American flag lost control and crashed near the crowd.
Celebrating American 250th birthday on July 4
Americans across the country and celebrating America's 250th birthday.
Americans across the country and celebrating America's 250th birthday.
4th of July deals and freebies
Many restaurant chains and food establishments are offering special discounts and freebies on July 4 in an effort to sweeten the holiday.
Many restaurant chains and food establishments are offering special discounts and freebies on July 4 in an effort to sweeten the holiday.
Fireworks are bad for your lungs: How to protect yourself
The American Lung Association recommends taking steps to protect your lungs from fireworks smoke and the harmful pollution it brings.
The American Lung Association recommends taking steps to protect your lungs from fireworks smoke and the harmful pollution it brings.
July 4th: What's open and closed
Most major retail chains and restaurants nationwide will remain open on Independence Day, but be ready for select closures and modified holiday hours.
Most major retail chains and restaurants nationwide will remain open on Independence Day, but be ready for select closures and modified holiday hours.
Fireworks sold nationwide recalled ahead of July 4 celebrations
Fireworks devices sold across the U.S. are being recalled because they can tip over and explode, causing serious injuries.
Fireworks devices sold across the U.S. are being recalled because they can tip over and explode, causing serious injuries.
Pope Leo XIV delivers Liberty Medal reception address
On Friday, Pope Leo XIV accepted the Liberty Medal from the U.S. National Constitution Center, dedicated to his “lifelong commitment to promoting religious liberty and freedom” on the eve of America’s 250th anniversary.
On Friday, Pope Leo XIV accepted the Liberty Medal from the U.S. National Constitution Center, dedicated to his “lifelong commitment to promoting religious liberty and freedom” on the eve of America’s 250th anniversary.
Minnesota 4th of July fireworks: Where to watch
This year, the Fourth of July is on a Saturday as we celebrate America’s 250th anniversary of signing the Declaration of Independence.
This year, the Fourth of July is on a Saturday as we celebrate America’s 250th anniversary of signing the Declaration of Independence.
Fourth of July travel: Thursday expected to be busiest day on roads, at airport
The number of people traveling for the Fourth of July is expected to reach a record high this year, with many people hitting the road or heading to the airport on Thursday to start their long holiday weekend.
The number of people traveling for the Fourth of July is expected to reach a record high this year, with many people hitting the road or heading to the airport on Thursday to start their long holiday weekend.
Water safety: Tips ahead of July 4th weekend
Parents and guardians are urged to take simple water safety precautions ahead of July 4th weekend.
Parents and guardians are urged to take simple water safety precautions ahead of July 4th weekend.
July 4th ‘zero tolerance’: Twin Cities authorities outline holiday weekend enforcement
As Twin Cities communities plan Fourth of July festivities, law enforcement officials are focusing on safety and strict enforcement policies this year.
As Twin Cities communities plan Fourth of July festivities, law enforcement officials are focusing on safety and strict enforcement policies this year.
Annunciation community asks neighbors to be mindful of July 4 fireworks
As Fourth of July festivities approach, community leaders with Annunciation Church and School, and Minneapolis are reminding neighbors to be mindful of how fireworks can affect those still healing from last summer.
As Fourth of July festivities approach, community leaders with Annunciation Church and School, and Minneapolis are reminding neighbors to be mindful of how fireworks can affect those still healing from last summer.
July 4th fireworks: When to call 311 or 911
Law enforcement agencies across the Twin Cities are stressing the difference between when someone should call 311, 911 or their fire department in response to fireworks over the 4th of July weekend.
Law enforcement agencies across the Twin Cities are stressing the difference between when someone should call 311, 911 or their fire department in response to fireworks over the 4th of July weekend.
July 4th law enforcement will have ‘zero tolerance’
Twin Cities law enforcement officials outline increased efforts that will be used throughout the Fourth of July weekend to ensure public safety during celebrations, saying there will be a “zero tolerance” policy for those who break laws and endanger others.
Twin Cities law enforcement officials outline increased efforts that will be used throughout the Fourth of July weekend to ensure public safety during celebrations, saying there will be a “zero tolerance” policy for those who break laws and endanger others.
‘Zero tolerance’ for July 4th safety threats
Twin Cities law enforcement officials are stressing a renewed urgency surrounding public safety during the Fourth of July weekend, saying they intend to hold a “zero tolerance” policy for those who are breaking laws during any celebrations.
Twin Cities law enforcement officials are stressing a renewed urgency surrounding public safety during the Fourth of July weekend, saying they intend to hold a “zero tolerance” policy for those who are breaking laws during any celebrations.
Things to do in Minnesota: 5 things to do this Fourth of July weekend (July 3–5)
Independence Day weekend is here, and Minnesota is going all out with fireworks, festivals, farmers markets, and a massive sci-fi convention taking over the Twin Cities.
Independence Day weekend is here, and Minnesota is going all out with fireworks, festivals, farmers markets, and a massive sci-fi convention taking over the Twin Cities.
HOA threatens American flag-flying homeowners as they fight for Old Glory
San Marcos homeowners refuse to back down after an HOA ordered American flags removed from their homes
San Marcos homeowners refuse to back down after an HOA ordered American flags removed from their homes
Operation Dry Water cracks down on impaired boating
The Minnesota DNR and partner law enforcement agencies are increasing patrols for Operation Dry Water, a nationwide effort to crack down on boating while intoxicated ahead of the busy Fourth of July weekend.
The Minnesota DNR and partner law enforcement agencies are increasing patrols for Operation Dry Water, a nationwide effort to crack down on boating while intoxicated ahead of the busy Fourth of July weekend.