‘Change is Brewing’: Ben & Jerry’s unveils new flavor for racial justice
The company wants the coffee, marshmallow and fudge-flavored ice cream to represent divesting from “a racist criminal legal system” and investing in policies and organizations that support Black communities.
FAA asks airlines to do more to stop violent, unruly passengers
Despite a zero-tolerance policy enacted in January, the FAA is seeing a rise in violent, unruly passengers on planes. The agency has asked airlines to do more to bring those numbers down.
St. Paul water judged best in Minnesota
Saint Paul Regional Water Services is taking home the “Best in Glass” trophy for drinking water in Minnesota and moving forward in the competition for the best drinking water nationally.
McDonald's plans to phase out plastic toys in Happy Meals
McDonald’s plans to “drastically” reduce the plastic in its Happy Meal toys worldwide by 2025.
Kale recall: Brands sold in 11 states pulled over listeria concerns
Several brands of kale sold in nearly a dozen states have been recalled over concerns of listeria contamination, the FDA said.
Minneapolis to start enforcing 5-cent bag fee again
Shoppers in Minneapolis will once again have to pay a small fee for carryout bags at the store.
Grab your pumpkin spice whatever — it’s officially autumn
From pumpkin spice lattes to pumpkin spice instant noodles — now is officially the time to enjoy America’s favorite fall flavor.
Autumnal equinox 2021: Here’s when fall officially starts
Sept. 22, 2021, marks the official start of fall in the Northern Hemisphere. Here’s when the leaves may start to change and more.
National Cheeseburger Day: The best freebies and deals
McDonald’s, Wendy’s, Red Robin, Smashburger and more have National Cheeseburger Day offers for Sept. 18.
Ways to use up all of your apples from the orchard
It's okay to admit it. You picked way too many apples at your favorite orchard and now, you don't know what to do with them.
Taco Bell launches 30-day taco subscription, but only in these locations
Taco Bell is testing a monthly subscription service called the "Taco Lover’s Pass," which gives subscribers one taco a day for 30 days.
Bought chicken over last decade? You could be eligible for settlement payment
People who bought chicken products in the U.S. over the last decade could be eligible to receive payments as part of a $181 million settlement.
Powerball jackpot grows to $432M after no one wins Monday drawing
The Powerball jackpot has grown to an estimated $432 million with a $313.5 million cash option before taxes. The next drawing is Wednesday.
Couple kicked off JetBlue flight for failing to comply with mask rules, berating crew
A couple seen in a viral video was removed from a San Diego-bound flight after failing to comply with the mandatory mask requirement.
The best and worst places to retire in 2021
A study found the best and the worst places to retire for the year 2021 based on affordability, activities, quality of life and health care.
Taco Bell wants customers to return used sauce packets for recycling
Taco Bell wants you to help eliminate waste by sending your used sauce packets to be recycled.
Study: Delta’s pre-flight COVID-19 tests significantly decrease risk of infection
According to the study, the risk of infection after all passengers tested negative 72 hours in advance of the flight was less than 0.1 percent.
Expect muted fall colors this year due to drought
The ongoing drought in Minnesota is likely to have an impact on just how eye-popping the fall colors will be this year.
Report: COVID-19 pandemic driving alcohol sales in Wisconsin
A new report suggests people are buying dramatically more alcohol as the COVID-19 pandemic drags on.
9/11 attack prompted more security, less privacy for travelers
Ask anyone old enough to remember travel before Sept. 11, 2001, and you're likely to get a gauzy recollection of what flying was like.