How to deal with Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
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A type of depression that people typically experience in the fall seasons by roughly 5% of Americans, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) tends to increase even more in colder months. Here’s some the signs that someone you know might be struggling. 

New paid leave program begins in Minnesota
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Minnesota's new paid leave program begins in 2026, offering up to 12 weeks of each family or medical leave, but no more than 20 total weeks in a year.

Will Smith sued by violinist for sexual harassment, wrongful termination claims

Brian King Joseph, a professional violinist, is suing Will Smith and his company, Treyball Studios Management, alleging a series of retaliatory and discriminatory actions during a global music tour.

Dawn Mitchell talks Minnesota sports on All Day
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FOX 9's Dawn Mitchell joined Symone Woolridge Thursday on All Day to talk about the Vikings/Packers Border Battle to close out the regular season on Monday, and Lynx star Napheesa Collier being out 4-6 months due to ankle surgery.

Author visits every city in Minnesota
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Author Seth Varner visited every incorporated city in Minnesota, then wrote a book about it. He joined Symone Woolridge on FOX 9's All Day on Thursday to talk about his experience.

Paid leave among new laws going into effect in 2026
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New Year's Day means new laws are going into effect as we start 2026. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard joined All Day on Thursday to talk about the new Paid Leave Law that has started.

WATCH: Zohran Mamdani's full speech at his NYC mayoral inauguration

Zohran Mamdani hosted what his team called the "Inauguration of a New Era," a public swearing-in ceremony and citywide celebration on Thursday afternoon.

MN weather: Chilly, snowy start to 2026

The first day of 2026 is starting chilly, cloudy and even a little bit snowy across the Twin Cities metro.

Minnesota fraud: GOP helps YouTube investigation
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The Minnesota GOP says it worked with YouTuber Nick Shirley, whose viral video claims to expose millions in child care fraud. Hamline University political science professor David Schultz explains what this means for Minnesota's political climate.

Somali day care break-in investigated
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A Somali-run child care center is sharing footage from an alleged break-in that occurred only days after a social media video went viral for alleging widespread fraud. FOX 9’s Leon Purvis has the details.

Minnesota child care federal audit
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A recent federal audit uncovered deficiencies in Minnesota's child care assistance program related to attendance tracking – estimating that 11% of all payments likely had some flaw, potentially impacting $231.4 million in child care claims across more than 1,150 providers. FOX 9’s Paul Blume has the details.

Autism fraud in MN: Children face challenges
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As Minnesota implements measures to prevent fraud in social service programs, children who are on the autism spectrum could face additional challenges. FOX 9’s Corin Hoggard has the latest.

Trump admin freezes federal child care funds
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One day after the Trump administration announced it would freeze federal funding for child care programs in Minnesota as it investigated potential fraud, Minnesota’s political leaders and community spoke out about the decision that could affect thousands.

Ringing in the new year at Times Square
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Millions of people around the world are celebrating the end of 2025, with more than a million celebrating in New York’s iconic Times Square for the legendary ball drop.

Bodycam released from St. Paul shooting
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The St. Paul Police Department has released dashcam and bodycam video of a shooting involving one of their officers on an I-94 ramp that occurred in December.

Fraud’s impact in Minnesota: Sen. Zaynab Mohamed on how the Somali community is being affected
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Minnesota State Sen. Zaynab Mohamed joins The Afternoon Shift to discuss the broader impact of fraud cases in Minnesota, including how they have affected the Somali community. She addresses concerns from community members, the current climate of scrutiny and state leaders' responses to the cases. 

Wisconsin farm venue alcohol law takes effect in 2026

New restrictions on serving alcohol at Wisconsin farm venues, like wedding barns, take effect in 2026. There's already a bipartisan push to change it.

Rev your engines: Twin Cities Auto Show rolls into Minneapolis
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The Twin Cities Auto Show is rolling into the Minneapolis Convention Center, featuring the latest cars, trucks, and technology shaping the auto industry. From new vehicle trends to Minnesota’s love of trucks, there’s something for every kind of driver. Scott Lambert, president of the Twin Cities Auto Show, joins the Afternoon Shift to highlight the event. 

Minnesota child care funding freeze: Impact on child care centers
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The federal government has frozen all child care funding for Minnesota, sending shockwaves through the daycare industry. Ladybug Child Care CEO Michelle Kraus explains how the freeze could impact centers, parents, and children and what families need to know as providers and lawmakers look ahead to what’s next.