Cookie Cart on its way to selling 100,000 cookies for the holidays
A Minneapolis bakery is whipping up more than just delicious cookies for the holidays. They?re baking with purpose. At Cookie Cart, the bakery is a classroom where teens are learning skills to set them up for successful futures. Cookie Cart is a non-profit with two locations, North Minneapolis, 1119 W Broadway Avenue, and St. Paul, 946 Payne Avenue. The cookie recipes came from Sister Jean, who started the non-profit in 1988.
A Minneapolis bakery is whipping up more than just delicious cookies for the holidays. They?re baking with purpose. At Cookie Cart, the bakery is a classroom where teens are learning skills to set them up for successful futures. Cookie Cart is a non-profit with two locations, North Minneapolis, 1119 W Broadway Avenue, and St. Paul, 946 Payne Avenue. The cookie recipes came from Sister Jean, who started the non-profit in 1988.
Inver Grove Heights has the holiday spirit
Every year, Inver Grove Heights hosts a residential light decorating contest called ?Light up the Heights.? This year, 26 homes participated. The first place finisher is 8238 Copland Way, and second place is 1953 59th Court East. For a full list and map, check out the Inver Grove Heights city website, IghMn.gov.
Every year, Inver Grove Heights hosts a residential light decorating contest called ?Light up the Heights.? This year, 26 homes participated. The first place finisher is 8238 Copland Way, and second place is 1953 59th Court East. For a full list and map, check out the Inver Grove Heights city website, IghMn.gov.
Minnesota Landscape Arboretum is decked out for the holidays
The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum in Chaska is decked out for the holidays, including a massive poinsettia tree.
The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum in Chaska is decked out for the holidays, including a massive poinsettia tree.
Best lights in Inver Grove Heights
Inver Grove Height's annual Light up the Heights Holiday Light Contest is underway, with 26 homes in the running for best display. The city has a map of the houses in the competition, so grab your cocoa and enjoy! More details: https://www.ighmn.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=2345
Inver Grove Height's annual Light up the Heights Holiday Light Contest is underway, with 26 homes in the running for best display. The city has a map of the houses in the competition, so grab your cocoa and enjoy! More details: https://www.ighmn.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=2345
Final weekend of Holidazzle in Minneapolis
FOX 9's Shayne Wells stopped by Holidazlle in Loring Park to learn about what's going on for the final weekend of the popular winter event.
FOX 9's Shayne Wells stopped by Holidazlle in Loring Park to learn about what's going on for the final weekend of the popular winter event.
KDWB celebrating 30 years of granting Christmas wishes
Dave Ryan in the Morning on KDWB is marking three decades of granting people's Christmas wishes. FOX 9's Shayne Wells stopped by the studio to take in the magic.
Dave Ryan in the Morning on KDWB is marking three decades of granting people's Christmas wishes. FOX 9's Shayne Wells stopped by the studio to take in the magic.
HR investigation uncovers Sheriff Hutchinson's erratic, paranoid and hostile behavior
It is difficult to imagine things getting any worse for disgraced Hennepin County Sheriff Dave Hutchinson, who officially has only two more weeks left in office. And yet, here we are.
It is difficult to imagine things getting any worse for disgraced Hennepin County Sheriff Dave Hutchinson, who officially has only two more weeks left in office. And yet, here we are.
No need to wait for the State Fair to get authentic Caribbean cuisine
A Minnesota State Fair favorite is now available year-round. West Indies Soul Food has opened up a takeout and delivery restaurant in St. Paul?s Frogtown Neighborhood. Owner and Chef Sharon Richards-Noel has been serving up authentic Caribbean cuisine since 1993. The new restaurant is at 839 University Ave W. They are open for delivery or curbside pickup. Online ordering is available Thursday - Saturday from 12pm -7pm.
A Minnesota State Fair favorite is now available year-round. West Indies Soul Food has opened up a takeout and delivery restaurant in St. Paul?s Frogtown Neighborhood. Owner and Chef Sharon Richards-Noel has been serving up authentic Caribbean cuisine since 1993. The new restaurant is at 839 University Ave W. They are open for delivery or curbside pickup. Online ordering is available Thursday - Saturday from 12pm -7pm.
The best plants for the holidays: Garden Guy
It's not just poinsettias: Garden Guy Dale K joins FOX 9 Good Day to share the best plants for the holidays.
It's not just poinsettias: Garden Guy Dale K joins FOX 9 Good Day to share the best plants for the holidays.
One year after drunk driving crash, Hennepin Board to censure Sheriff Hutchinson
A year after his drunk driving crash, a committee of the Hennepin County Board of Commissioners unanimously voted Thursday to censure Sheriff Dave Hutchinson after an outside investigation found he engaged in a pattern of harassment and workplace bullying.
A year after his drunk driving crash, a committee of the Hennepin County Board of Commissioners unanimously voted Thursday to censure Sheriff Dave Hutchinson after an outside investigation found he engaged in a pattern of harassment and workplace bullying.
Would you go? Christmas-themed haunted attraction opens in Inver Grove Heights
We are solidly in festive season with spooky season well behind us, or is it? A new attraction in the Twin Cities is offering up a Christmas-themed immersive experience. Nowhere Haunted House has created the Yule Scream event. It?s part haunted house, part escape room, part theater. The group behind the Inver Grove Heights haunted house dove into winter folklore to come up with the storyline. The event is about 45 minutes long and will take place over just four nights, December 9th, 10th, 16th and 17th. It is recommended for people 12 and up and tickets should be purchased ahead of time online.
We are solidly in festive season with spooky season well behind us, or is it? A new attraction in the Twin Cities is offering up a Christmas-themed immersive experience. Nowhere Haunted House has created the Yule Scream event. It?s part haunted house, part escape room, part theater. The group behind the Inver Grove Heights haunted house dove into winter folklore to come up with the storyline. The event is about 45 minutes long and will take place over just four nights, December 9th, 10th, 16th and 17th. It is recommended for people 12 and up and tickets should be purchased ahead of time online.
Ex-MPD officer who maced protesters also received $150K payout
It was a jarring sight: A Minneapolis police officer spraying mace out the window of a squad car at seemingly peaceful protesters in the aftermath of George Floyd’s death. Cell phone video recorded by the Star Tribune captured the incident, which subsequently went viral.
It was a jarring sight: A Minneapolis police officer spraying mace out the window of a squad car at seemingly peaceful protesters in the aftermath of George Floyd’s death. Cell phone video recorded by the Star Tribune captured the incident, which subsequently went viral.
Calls Between Hennepin County Attorney, Sheriff raise questions about Sheriff’s medical leave
Sources close to Sheriff Hutchinson said County Attorney Freeman’s counsel played a pivotal role in the sheriff’s decision to go on medical leave May 18.
Sources close to Sheriff Hutchinson said County Attorney Freeman’s counsel played a pivotal role in the sheriff’s decision to go on medical leave May 18.
Old-fashioned Christmas celebration in Farmington
Historic village, Dakota City is hosting ?Christmas in the Village? December 10th and 11th from 3 to 8pm. The village is located on the Dakota County Fairgrounds. The 22 original buildings that make up Dakota City include a post office, general store, and a 1900?s era farmhouse. Kids can meet Santa, send letters to the North Pole, ride in a horse-drawn trolley and learn about life before electricity and running water.
Historic village, Dakota City is hosting ?Christmas in the Village? December 10th and 11th from 3 to 8pm. The village is located on the Dakota County Fairgrounds. The 22 original buildings that make up Dakota City include a post office, general store, and a 1900?s era farmhouse. Kids can meet Santa, send letters to the North Pole, ride in a horse-drawn trolley and learn about life before electricity and running water.
Redeveloped building providing new opportunities for Black entrepreneurs in Minneapolis
It sat vacant for decades. Now an old building on West Broadway in north Minneapolis is serving a new purpose.
It sat vacant for decades. Now an old building on West Broadway in north Minneapolis is serving a new purpose.
Top gifts for gardeners this holiday season
FOX 9's Garden Guy Dale K shares some of the top gifts to buy your gardener this holiday season.
FOX 9's Garden Guy Dale K shares some of the top gifts to buy your gardener this holiday season.
Ballet Minnesota's 34th production of The Nutcracker is one weekend only
For one weekend only, you can catch Ballet Minnesota?s 34th production of The Nutcracker. The show features a cast of more than 100 including two guest dancers from the prestigious American Ballet Theatre. Many of the iconic costumes are original, and some even include signatures on the inside of the other people who have played the same role. The Nutcracker performances are December 16th, 17th and 18th at The O?Shaughnessy.
For one weekend only, you can catch Ballet Minnesota?s 34th production of The Nutcracker. The show features a cast of more than 100 including two guest dancers from the prestigious American Ballet Theatre. Many of the iconic costumes are original, and some even include signatures on the inside of the other people who have played the same role. The Nutcracker performances are December 16th, 17th and 18th at The O?Shaughnessy.
Tis the season for The Nutcracker
For one weekend only, you can catch Ballet Minnesota’s 34th production of The Nutcracker. The show features a cast of more than 100 including two guest dancers from the prestigious American Ballet Theatre. Many of the iconic costumes are original, and some even include signatures on the inside of the other people who have played the same role. The Nutcracker performances are December 16-18 at The O’Shaughnessy.
For one weekend only, you can catch Ballet Minnesota’s 34th production of The Nutcracker. The show features a cast of more than 100 including two guest dancers from the prestigious American Ballet Theatre. Many of the iconic costumes are original, and some even include signatures on the inside of the other people who have played the same role. The Nutcracker performances are December 16-18 at The O’Shaughnessy.
Traditional holiday market expands at Union Depot
St. Paul?s European Christmas Market started small, just 12 stalls open for three days. It?s grown immensely since then. This year the event runs 12 days with 60 kiosks. The event takes place outdoors, at the Union Depot the first three weekends in December. The market offers handmade European gifts, food and beverages.
St. Paul?s European Christmas Market started small, just 12 stalls open for three days. It?s grown immensely since then. This year the event runs 12 days with 60 kiosks. The event takes place outdoors, at the Union Depot the first three weekends in December. The market offers handmade European gifts, food and beverages.
Sweet Escape: local landmarks recreated using gingerbread
Gingerbread Wonderland is back at the Norway House in Minneapolis. Hundreds of cookie creations are on display including notable local landmarks like the John H. Stevens house and the Highland Park water tower. There?s also an incredible depiction of Norway?s Arctic Cathedral. The event runs through January 8th. The Norway House is open Tuesday through Sunday.
Gingerbread Wonderland is back at the Norway House in Minneapolis. Hundreds of cookie creations are on display including notable local landmarks like the John H. Stevens house and the Highland Park water tower. There?s also an incredible depiction of Norway?s Arctic Cathedral. The event runs through January 8th. The Norway House is open Tuesday through Sunday.