How can gratitude enhance your life?
As we approach Thanksgiving, we wanted to do a deep dive into gratefulness, and why it makes us feel better.
What's the best way to handle the I-394/I-94 interchange?
Many commuters know the Interstate 394 and Interstate 94 interchange seems to back up almost every afternoon. And you face the choice: should you wait in the back of the line or try to get closer and swoop in?
Why do people decorate for the holidays so early?
According to the Minnesota Christmas Tree Association, 50% of their farms open before Thanksgiving, which used to be unheard of.
Is raking necessary? What's the best way to get rid of leaves?
We're past our prime when it comes to fall colors. But for many, it's peak time for yardwork.
Can your baby bump reveal your child's sex?
One of the earliest surprises in parenthood can be learning the sex of your baby. There are tests to determine gender, but can your belly reveal the sex of your baby?
Elders, college students thrive together in intergenerational residence
When you think of college roommates, you likely think of a couple of young adults making their way through school and fun. But there's a Twin Cities residence that's completely rethinking the concept of co-ed living, and it's turned into a life-giving project.
Elton John among celebs in Minneapolis for Starkey Foundation event
There were some major celebrity sightings in Minneapolis this week. The A-list stars aren't here to further their careers, they're here to help.
Why do we celebrate Halloween?
It's a holiday enjoyed by many, but understood by few.
Are weighted vests effective?
Anyone who has taken a walk lately may have noticed people wearing weighted vests.
Hoyo Sambusa continues to break down barriers for Somali women
Hoyo now works out of a $1.6 million facility. It had a stand at the 2025 Minnesota State Fair and its sambusas are served in school lunchrooms around the state.
The complex art, and life, of Robert Taliaferro, Jr.
Every piece of art has a story, as does every artist. And southern Minnesota artist Robert Taliaferro, Jr. has a story that proves, in the most extreme way, that people are complex.
Why are some summer flowers blooming this fall in Minnesota?
Fall is known for its hues, but this season isn't typical; seeing marigolds and petunias is peculiar.
Why did so many northern Europeans emigrate to Minnesota?
From eating lutefisk to cheering for the Vikings, Nordic culture is embedded in Minnesota.
Why is cottage cheese suddenly so popular?
It's a pretty polarizing food — some love it, some not so much. Cottage cheese has been hard to find recently because sales are skyrocketing.
What is OCD? And is it treatable?
You likely know what OCD stands for, but many people don't know what having obsessive-compulsive disorder actually means.