Following Santa Claus? journey with NORAD tracker
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U.S. Airforce Gen. Gregory Guillot appears on FOX 9 to discuss the NORAD Santa Tracker and how technology is used to track Santa Claus? latest whereabouts. Find more at www.noradsanta.org/

A look at all the Bidens' White House Christmases

This year, the White House celebrates the holiday with "A Season of Peace and Light." Here’s a look back at the Bidens’ White House Christmases over the past four years.

These are the ways you can reduce waste during the holidays

The holidays are a time for fun, but it can also result in excess waste that can affect the environment and here are some eco-friendly options to consider.

Child asks Santa Claus to help mom instead of asking for toys

An 11-year-old girl handed Santa Claus a Christmas list with a wish to help her family instead of asking for toys.

Restaurants open on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day 2024

As always, hours can vary by location, but here is a list of some major restaurants whose doors will be open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

What's open and closed on Christmas 2024

Most stores other businesses are closed on Christmas to give workers time with their own families, but there are a few you’ll find with their doors open

Here are the states that grow the most Christmas trees

Christmas trees are grown on farms across the country, but these areas produce the highest number of trees annually.

Record travel numbers possible this holiday season
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TSA anticipates Friday to be one of the busiest travel days at the MSP Airport this holiday season, with an estimated 45,500 passengers passing through security. FOX 9?s Se Kwon has more on what to expect.

MSP expects increased holiday travel to close out 2024

The TSA previously reported its busiest day on record earlier this month with nearly 3.1 million people screened at U.S. airports on Sunday, Dec. 1.

UPS driver plays Santa's helper, wraps little girl's Christmas gift before delivery

UPS driver Aubrie Jones went viral after she wrapped a little girl's Barbie Dreamhouse before delivering it, ensuring it remained a surprise until Christmas.

Dispose Christmas trees properly to reduce invasive species: MN officials

Officials are warning Minnesotans to dispose of their Christmas trees properly once the holiday season is over, or risk spreading more than holiday cheer.

MPCA focuses on eco-friendly packaging amid holidays
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The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency will hold a press conference on Wednesday to highlight a new program making all packaging in the state refillable, reusable, recyclable or compostable by 2032. The agency will also provide tips for reducing packaging waste during the holiday season.

Minnesotans wondering about ?white Christmas?
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Historically, Minnesotans experience more ?white Christmases? than not. With a chance for decent snow this week, the question on many people?s minds is will snow stick around for Christmas Day?

Christmas gift spending per child by state

Want to know how your Christmas gift budget stacks up? Here’s a look at survey results showing how much parents across the country expect to spend per child this year.

Military families receive $1 million of free toys
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United Heroes League gave away over $1 million worth of free holiday presents to military families at their inaugural "Great Holiday Gift Giveaway". FOX 9 Photojournalist Scott Wise captured the moment.