Halloween 2024: Here are the states that give out the most candy

Here is a state-by-state map of which states go all out on Halloween when it comes to handing out candy and decorating. Where did your state rank?

JCPenney to hire more than 10,000 workers this holiday season

JCPenney is hiring more than 10,000 seasonal workers nationwide ahead of the holiday season. Here are the other companies looking for seasonal employees.

Halloween 2024's most popular costumes predicted by NRF

A retail survey shows which Halloween costumes will be flying off the shelves this year for kids and adults. Do you know your costume yet?

Bentleyville set to redo famous 128-foot light tree

Bentleyville Tour of Lights is going to redo the 128-foot LED tree to celebrate its 15th anniversary, and is looking for volunteers to help build it. 

Minneapolis PD releases new video of firework chaos in Dinkytown on July 4

New video shows officers, including Chief Brian O’Hara, chasing down and arresting some people causing chaos in Dinkytown on the Fourth of July.

South Carolina man said to be ‘showing off’ killed in fireworks accident

The 41-year-old was said to be “showing off” when he put a firework on his head, according to the incident report from the South Carolina sheriff’s office.

Minneapolis July 4 celebration went on despite rain
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"Red, White and Boom" in Minneapolis went on, despite a soggy and rainy Fourth of July. Locals braved the wet weather to celebrate the holiday. FOX 9's Courtney Godfrey has the story.

Mpls makes final decision on July 4 fireworks
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Minneapolis has made it's final decision on whether the Fourth of July fireworks will go on. FOX 9's Courtney Godfrey has the latest.

Minneapolis hosts first July 4th fireworks display since 2019

Despite rain and storms earlier in the day that prompted many other cities to cancel or reschedule their fireworks, Minneapolis' Fourth of July display went on Thursday night.

Nathan’s hot dog contest 2024 goes to Patrick Bertoletti with Joey Chestnut sidelined

Patrick Bertoletti wins his first Nathan’s Famous hot dog eating contest title, devouring 58 hot dogs and surpassing his previous record, in an event notably absent of reigning champion Joey Chestnut.

July 4th parades and fireworks 2024: How to watch live

Parades and fireworks are the highlight of the day today as Americans celebrate Independence Day, and you can watch it all right here.

Authorities ramp up security for Minneapolis' Fourth of July celebration

When discussing the Fourth of July fireworks in Minneapolis, memories of last year's chaos might come to mind. This year, authorities are taking a firm approach ahead of the "Red, White, and Boom" fireworks show.

Are fireworks legal in your state?

The laws regarding consumer purchase and use of fireworks may vary depending on which state, city or county with which you reside.

Lake Minnetonka fireworks moved to July 3 due to weather

The popular fireworks show on Lake Minnetonka is being moved up to Wednesday, July 3, due to possible storms in the forecast on the Fourth of July. 

Contingency plans in place as weather threatens Twin Cities Fourth of July celebrations

While the Fourth of July is still a few days away, organizers of various festivals and firework shows across the Twin Cities are watching the weather forecast closely as rain threatens to cancel events.