Quiet forecast ahead for travel plans
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With temperatures slightly above average that will dip into more seasonal ranges, the next few days will remain dry and quiet for those who will need to travel for the Holidays.

When and where to watch classic holiday specials on TV this year

It’s that time again to cozy up on the couch with your favorite holiday film (or two, or three.) Here is when and where to watch the holiday classics on TV this year.

Warm weather draws early crowds to a Minnesota Christmas tree farm

This weekend was opening weekend at the Rum River Tree Farm, and thanks in part to a warmer forecast, many families made the trip out to Oak Grove to pick a Christmas tree.

Christmas tree farms open in Minnesota
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Christmas tree farms across the state were busy over the weekend as they opened up for the holiday season. With the warm temperatures and sunny skies, it was the perfect weekend for Minnesotans to pick up their Christmas tree.

Friendsgiving roast turkey with wild rice stuffing: Taste buds

In all her years of home cooking, Stephanie has somehow avoided roasting a Turkey. The job usually falls on her husband, Kurt, but that’s all about to change because Stephanie is hosting her first friendsgiving in the latest episode of Taste Buds.

Thanksgiving travel faces challenges from budding cross-country storm

A storm that began off the West Coast and is expected to produce wet weather along its cross-country journey over the next several days with a severe weather risk.

Unusually warm weather in November
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Minnesotans are thankful for the lingering warm weather as the holiday season approaches. November has been warmer than average, with some high temperatures being in the high 60s. But the warm weather doesn't seem to be continuing as temperatures are expected to drop by Thanksgiving.

Bentleyville opens in Duluth for the holiday season

The Bentleyville Tour of Lights is kicking off their 20th anniversary season in Duluth on Saturday. 

What Thanksgiving foods your pet can and can’t eat

As you’re cooking your Thanksgiving dinner, you may be tempted to share some with your pet. But the Animal Humane Society (AHS) says to be cautious when sharing your favorite foods.

MSP Airport expands cell phone waiting lot to accommodate holiday travelers

Officials are opening an additional cell phone waiting lot near the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) ahead of the upcoming busy holiday travel period. 

These stores are closed on Thanksgiving in Minnesota

More and more retailers are making the decision to stay closed on Thanksgiving to give employees time with their families. Here's what's open and closed on Thanksgiving Day.

Alaska National Guard mission to bring Christmas cheer makes life-saving detour

Santa’s ride, an Alaska Army National Guard Black Hawk helicopter, was shuttling Santa, Mrs. Claus and volunteer elves when they got an urgent call.

Martha Stewart says she canceled her Thanksgiving

Even for Martha Stewart, sometimes dinner plans change: “I called up my chef friend, and I said, 'We're not doing Thanksgiving.'"

When should you put up your Christmas tree? Experts weigh in

The anticipation of Christmas seems to creep earlier and earlier each year. Here’s the best time to put up the tree and decorate the home, according to interior design and tree experts.