Hottest toys to grab in 2021 and how much they cost

Toys"R"Us and Macy’s have released a list of the top 75 toys of this holiday season, which includes dollhouses, toy cars, scooters and board games.

COVID-19 lockdowns, crowded cargo ports leading to holiday shortages

Retail experts suggest Americans should start their holiday shopping early since the COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted the global supply chain.

St. Paul neighborhood still honoring 4th of July

A neighbor planted 245 American flags along St. Paul's Lexington Parkway South for the Fourth of July, creating what he calls a "walk of honor" to remember veterans.

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.