Delano’s 164-year-old 4th of July celebration returns after 2020 cancellation

Delano is known for having one of the largest and oldest Fourth of July celebrations, and this year organizers scrambled to prepare the event after its cancelation last year and unknowns about the possibility of it happening in 2021. 

By land and lake, Minnesotans celebrate 4th of July with parades

Across the Twin Cities, Minnesotans celebrated the Fourth of July with parades on land, jet skis on the water, and memorial planes flying overhead.

4th of July: Where to watch fireworks in the Twin Cities

After most cities canceled their fireworks shows last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this Fourth of July is going to look a little more normal. 

Minnesota woman killed during 4th of July parade in Iowa

A Minnesota woman was killed and three other people injured Saturday at an Independence Day parade in Iowa.

America misses Biden's COVID-19 vaccination goal on Independence Day

The United States fell short of President Biden’s goal to have 70% of adults vaccinated by July 4, but his tweet Sunday morning thanked the millions of Americans who’ve already rolled up a sleeve.

Fireworks a concern for Minnesota's tinder dry conditions

Minnesota's tinder dry conditions has the Department of Natural Resources and others concerned about backyard Fourth of July fireworks.

Father’s Day celebrations kick off ‘summer of freedom’ from virus

President Biden wants to celebrate Independence Day as a “summer of freedom” from the virus, but many may already feel a return to normalcy this Father’s Day.

Juneteenth, ‘a day of profound weight and power,’ marked across the US

While Juneteenth’s recognition at a time of racial reckoning is appreciated by many, some say more is still needed to be done to change policies that are disadvantageous to Black Americans.

Treat your dad: Father’s Day deals, specials and freebies

Whether it's a sweet dessert or a savory steak, check out these super special deals for a super special dad.

List of Twin Cities area Juneteenth celebrations

Juneteenth, also known as Black Independence Day, is being celebrated across the Twin Cities area by a number of local organizations.

Stores closed on Thanksgiving Day: Kohl’s, Walmart, Target and more

A growing list of retailers including Best Buy, Target and Walmart announced they will be shuttering their stores on Thanksgiving Day 2021.

White House July 4 party will celebrate independence from COVID-19

President Biden wants to give July 4th new meaning this year and is also encouraging nationwide celebrations to mark the country’s effective return to normalcy.

World War II bomber flyover becomes Memorial Day tradition in Minnesota

The World War II-era B-25 bomber flew over Twin Cities area cemeteries Monday in what is becoming a Memorial Day tradition in Minnesota.

'Band of brothers': Guards keep eternal watch over Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

President Joe Biden marked Memorial Day 2021 with a visit to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery, a monument steeped in history and mystery.

Biden attends Memorial Day wreath-laying ceremony, pays tribute to fallen soldiers

President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris were among those who attended a wreath-laying ceremony Monday at Arlington National Cemetery to mark the annual Memorial Day holiday dedicated to those who paid the ultimate sacrifice.