Lauren’s list: The Long Island Medium, Found Footage Festival & more Minnesota events
Lauren Andrego spotlights some of Minnesota’s most offbeat and entertaining happenings in this week’s Lauren’s List — from a live appearance by the Long Island Medium to the laugh-out-loud Found Footage Festival. Whether you’re into psychic readings, bizarre film clips, or just love discovering quirky local events, there’s something unexpected for everyone on the calendar. Lauren breaks down where to go, what to see, and why these uniquely Minnesotan moments are worth checking out.
Lauren Andrego spotlights some of Minnesota’s most offbeat and entertaining happenings in this week’s Lauren’s List — from a live appearance by the Long Island Medium to the laugh-out-loud Found Footage Festival. Whether you’re into psychic readings, bizarre film clips, or just love discovering quirky local events, there’s something unexpected for everyone on the calendar. Lauren breaks down where to go, what to see, and why these uniquely Minnesotan moments are worth checking out.
Holiday scams on the rise: Expert tips to avoid online shopping fraud and phishing attacks
Holiday shopping scams are surging, with experts warning consumers to think twice before they click. Last year, 77% of Black Friday emails were scams, and phishing attempts spiked by 650% during the holiday season. As online shopping ramps up again, Privacy Bee CEO Harry Maugans shares simple ways to spot fake links, protect personal data, and shop safely this season.
Holiday shopping scams are surging, with experts warning consumers to think twice before they click. Last year, 77% of Black Friday emails were scams, and phishing attempts spiked by 650% during the holiday season. As online shopping ramps up again, Privacy Bee CEO Harry Maugans shares simple ways to spot fake links, protect personal data, and shop safely this season.
Minnesota researchers uncover hundreds of racist property deeds in Sherburne County
The Mapping Prejudice Project has uncovered hundreds of racial covenants throughout Minnesota. A partnership with College of St. Benedict and St. John’s University found 356 property deeds in Sherburne County containing racist language that once barred people of color from owning homes or land in Minnesota. Although such covenants are no longer legally enforceable, they left a lasting mark of exclusion on Minnesota communities. Today, property owners can file free legal documents to formally disavow these racist restrictions. Learn more at greatrivercovenants.org and mappingprejudice.umn.edu. Dr. Brittany Merritt Nash of the College of St. Benedict and St. John’s University explains more about racial covenants.
The Mapping Prejudice Project has uncovered hundreds of racial covenants throughout Minnesota. A partnership with College of St. Benedict and St. John’s University found 356 property deeds in Sherburne County containing racist language that once barred people of color from owning homes or land in Minnesota. Although such covenants are no longer legally enforceable, they left a lasting mark of exclusion on Minnesota communities. Today, property owners can file free legal documents to formally disavow these racist restrictions. Learn more at greatrivercovenants.org and mappingprejudice.umn.edu. Dr. Brittany Merritt Nash of the College of St. Benedict and St. John’s University explains more about racial covenants.
Outbreak of botulism tied to a popular baby formula
Pediatrician Dr. Jessica Larson joins All Day to talk about infant botulism amid the recent outbreak.
Pediatrician Dr. Jessica Larson joins All Day to talk about infant botulism amid the recent outbreak.
Brainerd schools lowering heat to save money
Brainerd schools confirmed that they are planning to lower the thermostats in their buildings from 72 degrees to 68 degrees in order to save money this winter.
Brainerd schools confirmed that they are planning to lower the thermostats in their buildings from 72 degrees to 68 degrees in order to save money this winter.
MN dancers to perform in Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
Dancers from White Bear Lake, Minnesota are off to New York City to perform in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.
Dancers from White Bear Lake, Minnesota are off to New York City to perform in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.
Thanksgiving travel rush begins
Thanksgiving travel is already beginning and could get even more chaotic closer to the holiday.
Thanksgiving travel is already beginning and could get even more chaotic closer to the holiday.
US wants Ukraine to sign off on peace plan
The U.S. is upping the pressure on Ukraine to sign the peace deal with Russia.
The U.S. is upping the pressure on Ukraine to sign the peace deal with Russia.
Globetrotters celebrate 100th anniversary on FOX 9
Harlem Globetrotter Zeus Mclurkin joined the FOX 9 morning news to celebrate the team's 100-year anniversary ahead of the upcoming game at Target Center in February during President's Day weekend.
Harlem Globetrotter Zeus Mclurkin joined the FOX 9 morning news to celebrate the team's 100-year anniversary ahead of the upcoming game at Target Center in February during President's Day weekend.
MN officials on holiday cooking safety
The Minneapolis Fire Department and the Minnesota State Fire Marshal shared ways to cook safely during the holidays. Then they showed how NOT to fry a turkey.
The Minneapolis Fire Department and the Minnesota State Fire Marshal shared ways to cook safely during the holidays. Then they showed how NOT to fry a turkey.
What we know about Friday’s Trump-Mamdani meeting
President Donald Trump and NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani are expected to meet Friday – the first face-to-face meeting since Mamdani’s election victory. Here’s what we know.
President Donald Trump and NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani are expected to meet Friday – the first face-to-face meeting since Mamdani’s election victory. Here’s what we know.
Grizzly bear attacks students, teachers in British Columbia; 11 injured
A grizzly bear attacked a group of students and teachers on a walking trail in British Columbia, Canada, injuring 11 people, two of them critically.
A grizzly bear attacked a group of students and teachers on a walking trail in British Columbia, Canada, injuring 11 people, two of them critically.
All-terrain track chair now available at Lebanon Hills Regional Park
Lebanon Hills now offers all-terrain track chairs that can be used on hiking trails around the park.
Lebanon Hills now offers all-terrain track chairs that can be used on hiking trails around the park.
Feeding Our Future: 77th person charged in scheme
Federal prosecutors have indicted a 77th person in connection with the massive $250 million Feeding Our Future fraud scheme. FOX 9’s Bill Keller reports.
Federal prosecutors have indicted a 77th person in connection with the massive $250 million Feeding Our Future fraud scheme. FOX 9’s Bill Keller reports.
Orchestra in Minneapolis brings video game music to life
The Twin Cities Gamer Symphony Orchestra filled Southwest High School in Minneapolis. FOX 9's Leon Purvis has the story.
The Twin Cities Gamer Symphony Orchestra filled Southwest High School in Minneapolis. FOX 9's Leon Purvis has the story.
Auditor: Improper spending at Byron Public Schools
The Minnesota Office of the State Auditor says Byron Public Schools is using funds improperly. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim has more.
The Minnesota Office of the State Auditor says Byron Public Schools is using funds improperly. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim has more.
Outrage over Trump's 'seditious behavior' comments
Many Minnesota officials and lawmakers are reacting after President Donald Trump made comments on social media after Democratic lawmakers made a video regarding not following unlawful orders in the military. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has the story.
Many Minnesota officials and lawmakers are reacting after President Donald Trump made comments on social media after Democratic lawmakers made a video regarding not following unlawful orders in the military. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has the story.
Storm damage coverage costs are way up
Costs for storm damage coverage for homes is rising. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has more.
Costs for storm damage coverage for homes is rising. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has more.
Animal neglect investigation underway in Watonwan County
Authorities are investigating after several dogs were reportedly found to be malnourished and neglected in Watonwan County. FOX 9's Karen Scullin has the full report.
Authorities are investigating after several dogs were reportedly found to be malnourished and neglected in Watonwan County. FOX 9's Karen Scullin has the full report.
Minnesota home hazard insurance rates spike
Minnesota homeowners are getting a double whammy of rising home hazard insurance rates. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the full report.
Minnesota homeowners are getting a double whammy of rising home hazard insurance rates. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the full report.