The Fair on 4 attraction opens at Mall of America
A new attraction is bringing the fair-inspired fun to the Mall of America.
Business owner offers self-defense tools for Asian women in the Twin Cities
Turquoya Williams, the owner of Soul Sistas is on a mission to make people feel safe. She sells safety items such as mace and alarms inside Mall of America after her own close encounter.
COVID-19 vaccination site to open at Mall of America
A permanent COVID-19 vaccination site will be opening at the Mall of America in Bloomington, Minnesota this week, according to the governor's office.
Mall of America no longer behind on mortgage payments
After falling behind on mortgage payments following the onset of the pandemic, the Mall of America is now current on its mortgage, according to a spokesperson for the mall.
Mall of America’s Candy Cane Institute offers interactive virtual Santa experience
This would typically be the time of year malls would be bustling with holiday shoppers and kids dressed up for their pictures with Santa. But with COVID-19 restrictions in place, there won’t be any in-person visits with Old St. Nick. Still, malls are finding ways to keep the tradition alive, online. The Mall of America constructed the Candy Cane Institute, an interactive virtual experience that starts with a tour of the elves workshop and ends with a Santa visit. The cost for the 10-minute virtual holiday experience is $20 and it runs through December 24.
Ho ho ho! Santa still checking in with kids over Zoom this year (he dropped by the Buzz with some Christmas wishes)
Santa is still working hard this year at the North Pole getting ready for his big night on December 24th. The jolly elf joined the Buzz with details on how you can Zoom with him through the Santa Experience at the MOA. He also made sure to ask Kelly and Dawn what they'd like for Christmas.
Minnesota shoppers show up for Black Friday deals during pandemic
With restrictions in place in Minnesota, stores still saw plenty of foot traffic on Friday, but the COVID-19 pandemic made it a Black Friday like no other.
Visiting Santa gets COVID-19 safety update at Twin Cities metro stores
Just two weeks away from Black Friday, many are trying to figure out how some favorite traditions will play out. For the kids, there are alternatives to sitting on Santa’s lap and they're popping up all over the Twin Cities metro.
Mall of America to open temporary space for 17 Twin Cities shops affected by pandemic, unrest
The Mall of America says it will open some of its space to Twin Cities businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and civil unrest.
More than 200 Mall of America workers facing possible layoffs this month
More than 200 workers at the Mall of America may be laid off by the end of September, according to the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development.
Elk River man charged for secretly recording videos of underage girls in changing rooms, other places
An Elk River man has been charged in Hennepin County District Court after he was caught with a hidden camera in a Mall of America fitting room and at stores, swimming pools and one high school throughout the Twin Cities area.
Charter school damaged during Minneapolis riots to open site at Mall of America
A Minneapolis charter school damaged during the riots following the death of George Floyd will be opening a site at the Mall of America this fall, according to a mall spokesperson.
Nickelodeon Universe reopens at MOA with safety measures in place
After sitting idle for nearly five months, Nickelodeon Universe at the Mall of America opened up again on August 10.
Nickelodeon Universe reopening inside Mall of America on Aug. 10
Nickelodeon Universe is reopening at the Mall of America on Aug. 10.
Marchers walk 6 miles in summer heat from MOA to Minneapolis to bring calls for change to suburb
Through the heat, a group of demonstrators made their way Sunday from the Mall of America to 38th and Chicago in Minneapolis, the corner where George Floyd was killed more than 40 days ago.
Report: Mall of America owners miss second mortgage payment, now 60 days late
The Mall of America owners have missed a second mortgage payment, according to a report, as the ripple impact of the coronavirus pandemic continues to be felt.
Mall of America set to reopen stores on Wednesday, June 10
On the same day, Minnesota is set to drop more restrictions put in place during the coronavirus pandemic, the Mall of America is set to reopen for the first time in months.
What shoppers can expect when the MOA reopens Monday
The country's largest retail complex, Mall of America, is preparing to reopen Monday morning. Shoppers can expect many changes as the mall works to encourage social distancing and keep visitors safe. SVP of Marketing & Business Development Jill Renslow joined the Buzz to chat about what the reopening will look like.
Mall of America behind on $1.4 billion mortgage
More than two months after closing its doors amid the COVID-19 pandemic, the Mall of America is behind on its bills.
Mall of America seeks legislative help to 'get through this crisis'
The Mall of America is asking for a lifeline from the state of Minnesota to weather the financial storm brought on by the coronavirus pandemic. The mall approached lawmakers in the past two weeks about borrowing from its tax-incremental financing account, Senate Majority Leader Paul Gazelka told reporters Friday morning. Gazelka said the state should provide help because mall owner Triple Five Group is not asking for "free money" but to borrow money to "get through this crisis."