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.

A day in the life of Santa Claus’ reindeer

Santa Claus’ reindeer train hard and eat healthy year-round to prepare for their most important flight of the year.

Minnesota weather: Record warmth for Christmas Eve

Christmas Eve will be warm, cloudy and rainy, and Christmas day will be more of the same. 

Enough Said: Vikings against Lions, holiday travel and the new state flag
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Happy Holidays from the Enough Said crew! Hosts Justin Gaard and Pierre Noujaim give their take on the Vikings chances against the Lions as they get ready for the battle at home Sunday, air travel during the holidays and the new Minnesota state flag.

Firefighters deliver gifts to burn victims at Hennepin Healthcare

The Minneapolis-based nonprofit Firefighters for Healing helped spread some holiday cheer by delivering gifts to burn victims on Thursday. 

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Firefighters for Healing brought a holiday surprise to burn victims at Hennepin Healthcare. For the 12th year in a row, firefighters delivered gifts to patients at the Hennepin Healthcare Burn Center.

Getting through the holiday blues

Its supposed to be the most joyous time of year, but plenty of people will tell you they struggle during the holidays.

A Brown Christmas isn't that rare for the Twin Cities

As the warm stretch continues, the forecast is trending towards a Brown Christmas in Minnesota this year. While it might be strange to think in a state known for its frigid winters, as it turns out, Brown Christmases aren't that rare for the metro.

Fun holiday games for families on a budget

In preparation for the upcoming holiday gatherings, families are on the lookout for easy and budget-friendly game ideas to add cheer to their celebrations.