Legacy of Frederick McKinley Jones: Black Minnesota inventor pioneered refrigerated transportation

Frederick McKinley Jones was one of the most prolific African American inventors in our nation's history, and he called Minnesota home. His most famous invention helped create several new industries from frozen foods to supermarkets to fast food restaurants. FOX 9’s Maury Glover looks at the life and legacy of the King of Cool.

Mia exhibition examines the relationship between artists and the supernatural
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America?s ghost story will be on display at the Minneapolis Institute of Art. The new exhibit titled ?Supernatural America, The Paranormal in American Art? explores the unexplainable. Much of the work is based on the artists? real-life encounter with the otherworldly. The exhibit is in the Target Gallery. It opens on Saturday, February 19th and runs through May 15th.

Fight Spring fever with a trip to Como Conservatory's Winter Flower Show
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Are you dreaming of blooms and warmer temperatures? Make those dreams a reality at the Winter Flower Show at Como Conservatory. Garden Guy Dale K takes us inside for a first look.

Most inspections of Minnesota tattoo parlors find violations but how serious are they?

A majority of inspections conducted at tattoo parlors across Minnesota and in Minneapolis resulted in violations of the law, according to a FOX 9 Investigators analysis.

Give 'everlasting' love with these Valentine's plants (they last a lot longer than roses)
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Roses are usually the gift of choice on Valentine's Day, but cut flowers only last so long. Garden Guy Dale K has plant ideas that will provide your Valentine with "everlasting" love.

Plant-based pop up market gaining traction in Minneapolis
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A unique pop-up market that originated during the pandemic is taking place this weekend, bringing together some of the metros best makers and bakers. The Plant Based Pop Up Market takes place the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month from 11am to 3pm. New Rules North event center hosts the event. It?s located at 2015 Lowry Ave. North in Minneapolis.

Wayzata Chilly Open returns to Lake Minnetonka
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Grab your skates, golf clubs, yoga mat, and trek out on icy Wayzata Bay this weekend. The Chilly Open is back after taking last year off. The golf tournament brings more than one-thousand people to Lake Minnetonka. The tournament is sold out, but there are other events taking place including Cinema & Skate and Snowga, yoga in the snow. Check out the Wayzata Chamber of Commerce website for a rundown of the events.

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.

MPD federal trial: Witness testifies on officers' medical training
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As the federal trial for three Minneapolis police officers continued on Tuesday, Officer Nicole Mackenzie gave testimony on what medical training the officers had.

Add some color to your cubicle -- The Top 10 plants for your office
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Strengthen your link to nature and the outdoors with a beautiful plant in your office. Garden Guy Dale K has suggestions for easy house plants that can pull double duty on your desk.

Maple Grove brings Crokicurl to Central Park
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An ice sport that originated in Canada has come to Maple Grove. It?s called Crokicurl and it?s a mashup of curling and the popular board game Crokinole. The octagon rink is near the Maple Grove Ice Loop in Central Park. The rules are posted at the rink and the rocks are kept on site so anyone can give it their best slide.

Watch for deer, and fire

The Fox 9 Investigators have confirmed five cases of Subaru Foresters which all started on fire after front-end collisions, three of which involved an animal, one including a Kangaroo. The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration is aware and is monitoring the situation.

Watch for deer and fire
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Concerns follow reports of Subaru Foresters catching fire after hitting animals on the road.

No easy answers in debate on how to deal with repeat juvenile offenders in carjacking cases

Many young carjacking suspects are being let free by the justice system as fast as they are being arrested. Prosecutors, police and politicians are trying to figure out what to do next but are they all working together to come up with a cohesive plan to bring the problem under control? Tom Lyden reveals a void in the system that could be contributing to the revolving door.

No easy answers in debate on how to deal with repeat juvenile offenders in carjacking cases
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Many young carjacking suspects are being let free by the justice system as fast as they are being arrested. Prosecutors, police and politicians are trying to figure out what to do next but are they all working together to come up with a cohesive plan to bring the problem under control? Tom Lyden reveals a void in the system that could be contributing to the revolving door.

First sign of spring! The Arb hosts its Spring Flower Show
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This special Arboretum event is the first local sign of spring! Arboretum designers and local businesses in the Twin Cities have created flower and foliage vignettes showcasing this year's theme 'Outdoor Living Spaces'.

Twin Cities bartender turned entrepreneur is upgrading the brunch beverage scene
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A disappointment brunch experience is what inspired a long-time St. Paul bartender to get in to the drink mix business. Charles Lovejoy started experimenting in the Happy Gnome kitchen and created his own Bloody Mary mix. Lovejoy?s products can now be found in more than 50 restaurants and liquor stores across the state, but what drives him is giving back. He grew up in the Rondo community and picks different charities to support as part of his mission. Lovejoy has two flavors of Bloody Mary mixes and a hot sauce with the memorable name, Burn Yo Face Off Hot Sauce.

Minneapolis? magical ?Wolf House? is once again one of Airbnb?s most popular rentals in the state
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For two years in a row, the Wolf House in Northeast Minneapolis is Airbnb?s most wish-listed place to stay in Minnesota. The Wolf House is a work of art from floor to ceiling with a stone path winding its way in a circle around the entire home. It?s become a favorite place to stay for artists, writers and musicians who often leave behind some of the work they created while staying there. The home is $200 per night to stay on a weekday and $250 on weekends.