Black Friday 2021: Stores closed, open on Thanksgiving Day

Many major retailers will once again be shutting their doors on Thanksgiving Day 2021. Here’s a list of which stores will be closed or open on the holiday.

Thanksgiving cooking help: Butterball Turkey Talk-Line opens for 2021 season

The Butterball Turkey “Talk-Line is officially open. Experts are available to answer questions for 2021 Thanksgiving hosts about all things turkey.

Four local toymakers to support this holiday season
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You don't have to visit Santa's workshop to find some of the top toymakers. U of M toy expert Dr. Barry Kudrowitz joined Good Day with four local toymakers you can support this holiday season.

Halloween: Americans revive spirit of country’s spookiest holiday

The COVID-19 pandemic put a damper on Halloween gatherings last year. But although the pandemic isn’t over — last year’s fear is giving way to a renewed appetite for Halloween traditions, especially trick-or-treating.

Boy bullied for Tony Stark Halloween costume makes superhero return to school

A 10-year-old boy who was bullied for his Tony Stark Halloween costume is going viral after his “proud” mom documented his triumphant return to school.

Minneapolis house puts on spooky skeleton prom

A family in Minneapolis set up quite the prom dance in their front yard, featuring 20 skeletons. 

Twin Cities USPS sorting facility preparing for busy holiday season

In preparation for another busy holiday season for the U.S. Postal Service, some investments in new technology could help packages get to your doorstep quicker. 

Thanksgiving dinner may be more expensive as holiday staples in short supply

While most will likely be able to get their hands on a turkey for Thanksgiving this year, shoppers could be shelling out more cash for it as well as other holiday staples — largely due to supply chain bottlenecks.

'Nightmare on Elm Street' house is listed for $3.25M

The house from the classic horror film "A Nightmare on Elm Street" is for sale, but you'll need millions to buy it..

Tips to keep your pet safe and healthy this Halloween

The Animal Humane Society is offering tips on how to keep your pet safe and healthy this Halloween.

Fauci: Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas gatherings safe for vaccinated people

Dr. Anthony Fauci said it is OK for vaccinated people to attend the upcoming Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas gatherings, but he has a warning for the unvaccinated population.

St. Paul celebrates Indigenous People's Day with new healing pole

On Indigenous People’s Day this year, St. Paul Public Schools is highlighting the importance of native culture, with the installation of a new healing pole.

Health officials recommend precautions when trick-or-treating

Nearly a year after the CDC told parents and kids to skip trick-or-treating for Halloween, the annual tradition is coming back the end of the month. But, health experts say parents and children should still take precautions.

Fauci OKs trick-or-treating this Halloween

Dr. Anthony Fauci said families can feel safe trick-or-treating outdoors this Halloween as America's COVID-19 cases decline, especially for those who are vaccinated.

USPS, FedEx release 2021 holiday shipping deadlines

The USPS and FedEx have released this year’s holiday shipping deadlines to help Americans make sure their holiday presents arrive on time.