Legendary filmmaker Kevin Smith considers Minnesota a turning point in career
The movie “Mallrats” was filmed at Eden Prairie Center in early 1995, and from the very first frame it was clear the Minnesota shopping center would have a starring role.
‘Alive and Kickin’ helps Twin Cities seniors rock
Once a week a senior choir comes together to lift their voices in song – not only making beautiful music, but also shattering stereotypes of what aging looks like.
Minnesota couples farm animal sanctuary is 'little slice of Heaven'
A Minnesota couple who were once high school newlyweds have reconnected later in life - establishing a 10-acre sanctuary farm in the process.
Black-owned real estate company developing overlooked, underserved communities
The mission of a new company is to take unproductive and overlooked buildings in Black and Brown communities, and turn them into hubs that address economic, education and health disparities.
For 75 years, Coca-Cola memorabilia has given Mpls man's life some pop
If anyone knows about Coca-Cola, it's Dick McChesney. The 88-year-old has spent most of his life collecting anything with the company logo on it because, for McChesney, Coke is it.
FOX 9 helps solve mystery of military steamer trunk filled with family keepsakes
After a story FOX 9 aired about a woman searching for the owner of a steamer trunk, calls were taken and family heirlooms were reunited.
The Milky Way: How Frank Mars started a candy bar empire in Minnesota
Minneapolis is known for many things, one being that it's the birthplace to one of the most popular candy bars in the world -- the Milky Way. Here's the story behind one Minnesotan man's success in building a American candy bar empire.
Roller skating principal builds authentic connections at Two Rivers High School
As the principal at Two Rivers High School, Al Johnson guides the education of more than 1,400 students. But every once in a while, he straps on a pair of suede shoes and gets on a roll.
Strolling musician makes living playing accordion in Minneapolis
Mark Stillman's love of playing accordion has lasted nearly five decades, with the strolling musician finding a way to carve out a living playing his squeezebox in the Twin Cities.
Meet the 'Flute Guy:' Iron worker brings soothing sounds to downtown Minneapolis
A construction worker in downtown Minneapolis has found a unique way to whistle while he works. He plays a musical instrument in some unexpected places and now has an audience in the millions. Meet Paul Harvey, the flute guy.
Birdhouse maker creates replicas of customers' homes
A Coon Rapids man started building birdhouses for friends and family about 10 years ago, but recently his passion has really begun to turn heads.
Minnesota’s ‘frozen woman’ alive and well decades later
In 1980, Jean Vig became stranded and nearly froze to death, but despite the cold she still calls Minnesota home.
Minnesotans remember Grumpy Old Men, 1990's filming boom
Half Time Rec in the Como Park neighborhood is known for the bocce ball court in the basement, but its other claim to fame is a connection to one of the most iconic movies ever made in Minnesota.
Minnesota man with sizeable arms becomes arm wrestling champ
From the beginning Jeff Dabe's life story is a tale of epic proportions, leading him to become an arm wrestling champion.
A picture a day: Minnesota man captures past 25 years of his life on film
A Minnesota man has captured the highs and lows of the last 25 years of his life on film.
93-year-old World War II vet sends thousands of fallen soldiers off on the right note
"Taps" has been offered as a final salute to military veterans since the Civil War. But the number of buglers available to play it are in short supply.
Zumbrota bridge plays special role in Minnesota history
Over the last 150 years, it’s been everything from a beer hall to a wedding venue, but a local landmark in Zumbrota is also something else - the last functional covered bridge in Minnesota.
'Oregon Trail' 50 years later: How 3 Minnesota student teachers blazed a new trail in gaming
Next month will mark the 50th anniversary of one of the most popular educational games of all time, but the Oregon Trail's roots are actually right here in Minnesota.
Minnesota senior hockey players, ages 64-84, hit the rink together twice a week
A group of senior hockey players in the south metro is proving that "age is just a number." Even though they are in their 60s, 70s, and 80s, they are showing no signs of slowing down.
Quadriplegic pro video gamer paving the way for accessibility in gaming
Randy Fitzgerald has made a career out of video games despite being a quadriplegic. Now, his success and efforts are paving the way for more accessibility in the gaming world.