July 4 pet safety: Helpful tips to protect your pets during fireworks celebrations

The sound of fireworks may scare your pet so much that they run off and potentially go missing, something the American Kennel Club says tends to happen during the holiday break.

How weather impacts July Fourth firework shows

Fourth of July fireworks are seen all over the country, but there are a lot of aspects that go into putting these shows on - especially in the weather department.

7 family-friendly alternatives to 4th of July fireworks

The American Pyrotechnics Association says more than 14,000 firework displays will light up the sky on Independence Day.

Some 4th of July fireworks being replaced with drones due to fire concerns

With the increased fire danger throughout many areas of the Southwest, cities are looking to alternatives for their Fourth of July shows.

Juneteenth federal holiday: What’s open and closed on Monday

This is the first year Juneteenth is being widely recognized as a federal holiday, which means many offices and businesses will be closed.

Twin Cities events celebrating Juneteenth

All over the Twin Cities this weekend, events are going on in celebration of Juneteenth, the federal holiday on June 19 that commemorates the emancipation of the last enslaved Africans in America.

Memorial Day 2022: Here's a look at what's open and closed

Are banks open today? The U.S. federal holiday means some government services are closed, while many grocery stores remain open.

Memorial Day: The origin of America's commemoration of fallen troops

Memorial Day is more than just a three-day weekend. It’s the day Americans commemorate those who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the armed forces.

Airbnb expands anti-party restrictions to include Memorial Day weekend

Airbnb is reinstating its anti-party measures for the July 4th weekend and will be expanding them to include Memorial Day weekend for the first time.

Moms want your time, not money, this Mother’s Day, survey says

Most moms are expecting their loved ones to spend not one penny on a gift this Mother’s Day. But some people say they will even go into debt for their gifts.

2022 Military Appreciation Month deals and discounts

May is National Military Appreciation Month, and many businesses are offering deals or discounts as a way to say thank you to all U.S. service members.

Minneapolis May Day celebrates worker rights and artistic expression

During Minneapolis' May Day celebration Sunday, floats, bikes and dinosaurs took over Bloomington Avenue all the way to Powderhorn Park.

KFC offers Mother's Day deal with bouquet full of fried chicken

Can’t think of a good Mother’s Day 2022 gift? How about a bouquet full of Kentucky Fried Chicken and fresh flowers.

How some Easter traditions were inspired by ancient spring rituals

Easter is a time when Christians celebrate the resurrection of Christ, but a few aspects of the holiday were adopted from religions outside of Christianity.