Metro Transit providing free rides, extended services for New Year's Eve

Metro Transit is giving free rides on all routes, both buses and light rail, and is extending light rail services for New Year's Eve. 

Organizations offer diabetic alert dogs for those in need

A pair of Minnesota-based nonprofits, “Wishes and More" and “Picnics With A Pup," are delivering a Christmas bonus to 16-year-old Abby and her diabetic alert dog, Finley.

What's open and closed on New Year's Day 2024

Say goodbye to 2023, and hello to 2024! New Year’s Day is on a Monday this year, and many grocery stores and offices will be closed in observance of the holiday.

23 feel-good, heartwarming things that happened in 2023

From awe-inspiring, world-record feats to incredible acts of kindness, there’s no shortage of joy to be found in 2023.

New year, new laws: From speed cameras to gender-neutral toys, here's what's changing in 2024

In the dawn of 2024, numerous jurisdictions usher in a wave of new laws. Notable changes include minimum wage hikes in Delaware and New Jersey, with New Jersey reaching $15.13 per hour. California introduces speed cameras in cities like Los Angeles to curb speeding.

Primp our Tree recipients holiday surprise
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The Continenza family got a special delivery from FOX 9?s 18th annual Primp Our Tree after smoke damage from a kitchen fire forced them out of their St. Paul home and into a hotel. However, a FOX 9 viewer took things a step further to help the family feel extra festive this holiday season.

Texas mother surprised by US Marine daughter's unannounced return for the holidays

A heartwarming holiday surprise unfolded at 407BBQ in Denton County, Texas, as Lydia Calderon, a hardworking mother, received an unexpected visit from her daughter, a US Marine.

Tips for repurposing your Christmas tree
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FOX 9 Garden Guy Dale K joins FOX 9 Good Day to share tips on how to repurpose your Christmas tree.

Minneapolis Christmas tradition feeds, cheers homeless group

Holiday cheer is usually in short supply for people who have nowhere to call home, but an empowering Minneapolis Christmas tradition is putting smiles on faces and making sure their bellies are full.

Mpls Christmas tradition cheers homeless group
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Holiday cheer is usually in short supply for people who have nowhere to call home, but�an empowering Minneapolis Christmas tradition is putting smiles on faces and making sure bellies are full.

What happens to all the gift cards that go unused every year?

The life of a gift card can get complicated. Here’s what to know about the gift cards you’re giving — or getting.

Pope Francis, in Christmas Day blessing, begs for Israel-Hamas cease-fire

Bethlehem, the biblical birthplace of Jesus, “is a place of sorrow and silence" this year, Pope Francis lamented as he pleaded for a cease-fire in Gaza.

Tracking Santa: How penguins also brave arctic temperatures

It's not just Santa and his elves who can brave the frigid temperatures this holiday, but also penguins and SeaWorld in Orlando wants to give you an up-close look.