What to know about end-of-year charitable giving
Charitable giving ramps up at the end of the year, but how can donors make sure their money is having the biggest impact? Erin M. Calloway, JD — founder of Calloway & Co. Consulting — joins the show to explain why year-end giving is so popular, what donors often overlook, and how unrestricted gifts can help nonprofits do their best work. She also breaks down tax considerations and weighs the pros and cons of giving directly to individuals versus larger organizations.
Charitable giving ramps up at the end of the year, but how can donors make sure their money is having the biggest impact? Erin M. Calloway, JD — founder of Calloway & Co. Consulting — joins the show to explain why year-end giving is so popular, what donors often overlook, and how unrestricted gifts can help nonprofits do their best work. She also breaks down tax considerations and weighs the pros and cons of giving directly to individuals versus larger organizations.
Man barricaded inside Chisago City business, police say avoid the area
Authorities in Chisago City are telling residents to avoid the area of Liberty Lane Tuesday afternoon due to an ongoing mental health crisis.
Authorities in Chisago City are telling residents to avoid the area of Liberty Lane Tuesday afternoon due to an ongoing mental health crisis.
Rochester mayor Kim Norton discusses city growth, Mayo Clinic ties and her 2026 goals
Rochester Mayor Kim Norton joins us to discuss leading Minnesota’s third-largest city, her historic role as Rochester’s first woman mayor and her relationship with the Mayo Clinic. Norton also explains the Bush Fellowship program, reflects on her background as a former state legislator, and outlines her goals and priorities for the mayor’s office as Rochester looks ahead to 2026.
Rochester Mayor Kim Norton joins us to discuss leading Minnesota’s third-largest city, her historic role as Rochester’s first woman mayor and her relationship with the Mayo Clinic. Norton also explains the Bush Fellowship program, reflects on her background as a former state legislator, and outlines her goals and priorities for the mayor’s office as Rochester looks ahead to 2026.
George Clooney is now a French citizen: Here's what to know about dual citizenship
It can be said that a famous American actor is now also French, as it was announced that George Clooney, his wife, and his two children have obtained French citizenship. Here's what to know about having more than one citizenship at the same time.
It can be said that a famous American actor is now also French, as it was announced that George Clooney, his wife, and his two children have obtained French citizenship. Here's what to know about having more than one citizenship at the same time.
Minnesota AG Keith Ellison addresses viral fraud claims, ICE activity and his 2026 priorities
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison joins us to respond to a viral video alleging fraud in the state, discuss the latest ICE activity in the Twin Cities and outline his priorities for the Attorney General’s Office heading into 2026.
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison joins us to respond to a viral video alleging fraud in the state, discuss the latest ICE activity in the Twin Cities and outline his priorities for the Attorney General’s Office heading into 2026.
Best books of 2025: Favorites, trends, and how one reader read 171 in a year
What does it take to read 171 books in a single year? Hockey broadcaster and prolific reader Alexis Pearson shares her favorite books of 2025, the trends that defined the year in reading, and the habits that help her make time for books—even with a busy schedule.
What does it take to read 171 books in a single year? Hockey broadcaster and prolific reader Alexis Pearson shares her favorite books of 2025, the trends that defined the year in reading, and the habits that help her make time for books—even with a busy schedule.
Thriving through winter: How to overcome seasonal depression
As the days are short and grow colder, many people notice changes in mood, energy and motivation. Psychotherapist Jenna Dorschner, LICSW from LynLake Centers for Wellbeing explains what seasonal depression is, why it happens and practical ways to care for your mental health through the winter months.
As the days are short and grow colder, many people notice changes in mood, energy and motivation. Psychotherapist Jenna Dorschner, LICSW from LynLake Centers for Wellbeing explains what seasonal depression is, why it happens and practical ways to care for your mental health through the winter months.
IIHF World Junior Championship: Can Team USA defend its World Junior Ice Hockey title?
The 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship is officially underway in St. Paul, bringing the world’s top young hockey talent to center ice. Jessi Pierce, co-host of the Bardown Beauties podcast, joins us to break down how the tournament has looked so far, which nations are emerging as early contenders, and the players fans should be watching closely. Plus, we look ahead to whether Team USA has what it takes to repeat as champions.
The 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship is officially underway in St. Paul, bringing the world’s top young hockey talent to center ice. Jessi Pierce, co-host of the Bardown Beauties podcast, joins us to break down how the tournament has looked so far, which nations are emerging as early contenders, and the players fans should be watching closely. Plus, we look ahead to whether Team USA has what it takes to repeat as champions.
FOX 9 All Day: Dec. 30, 2025
Today All Day covers World Juniors, the current reality for local breweries, paid family leave, the MN Wild's big win and the Vikings defense.
Today All Day covers World Juniors, the current reality for local breweries, paid family leave, the MN Wild's big win and the Vikings defense.
Minnesota has a new paid leave law: What it means for you
Minnesota's new paid leave law: Applications open
Minnesota's new paid leave law: Applications open
Quadrantid meteor shower peaks Friday night but bright supermoon may hinder visibility
The New Year brings a double feature celestial performance as the year’s first supermoon and Quadrantid meteor shower go head-to-head in the night skies Friday.
The New Year brings a double feature celestial performance as the year’s first supermoon and Quadrantid meteor shower go head-to-head in the night skies Friday.
Light snow may add to already slick roads Tuesday
A fresh round of light snow could make roads slippery for the Tuesday morning commute as crews are still cleaning up from Sunday’s winter storm. FOX 9’s Bill Keller has the latest.
A fresh round of light snow could make roads slippery for the Tuesday morning commute as crews are still cleaning up from Sunday’s winter storm. FOX 9’s Bill Keller has the latest.
Meet Aloka, the peace dog winning hearts nationwide during Walk for Peace
If you’ve spotted a calm, confident dog padding along beside a group of Buddhist monks — sometimes dressed better than the humans — you’ve likely met Aloka, better known as the Peace Dog.
If you’ve spotted a calm, confident dog padding along beside a group of Buddhist monks — sometimes dressed better than the humans — you’ve likely met Aloka, better known as the Peace Dog.
GOP calls out Hortman conspiracies
Republican leaders are speaking out against narratives surrounding Melissa Hortman’s death following her assassination last June. FOX 9’s Soyoung Kim has the story on why they feel speaking out now is important.
Republican leaders are speaking out against narratives surrounding Melissa Hortman’s death following her assassination last June. FOX 9’s Soyoung Kim has the story on why they feel speaking out now is important.
Lawyers demand evidence of alleged DC pipe bomber's confession
Cole's lawyers have filed a request for the prosecution to provide evidence of his confession, including any recordings.
Cole's lawyers have filed a request for the prosecution to provide evidence of his confession, including any recordings.
Top 'caught on camera' moments of 2025
There were plenty of "caught on camera" moments in 2025. Here's a sampling of them.
There were plenty of "caught on camera" moments in 2025. Here's a sampling of them.
Post-holiday shopping season marks busy time for returns
The Christmas holiday season might be over, but the shopping season continues with returns. FOX's Sarah Alegre has the story.
The Christmas holiday season might be over, but the shopping season continues with returns. FOX's Sarah Alegre has the story.
Post-holiday travelers navigating delays, cancellations
The post-holiday travel rush has millions of people at airports across the country dealing with delays and even cancellations. FOX's Olivianna Calmes has the story.
The post-holiday travel rush has millions of people at airports across the country dealing with delays and even cancellations. FOX's Olivianna Calmes has the story.
DHS investigating widespread fraud at MN daycares
The Department of Homeland Security says it is sending its investigators on "door-to-door" visits to "suspected fraud sites" in Minnesota as part of a crackdown effort. FOX 9's Mary McGuire has the story.
The Department of Homeland Security says it is sending its investigators on "door-to-door" visits to "suspected fraud sites" in Minnesota as part of a crackdown effort. FOX 9's Mary McGuire has the story.
How to make a career change in the New year
Thinking about a career change in 2026? Jenna Estlick, President of Human Resource Solutions at Versique, shares expert insight on why it’s never too late to switch careers—and how to do it successfully. From turning passion into a new profession to building a career that truly fits, Estlick breaks down what to consider before making the leap in today’s shifting economy.
Thinking about a career change in 2026? Jenna Estlick, President of Human Resource Solutions at Versique, shares expert insight on why it’s never too late to switch careers—and how to do it successfully. From turning passion into a new profession to building a career that truly fits, Estlick breaks down what to consider before making the leap in today’s shifting economy.