Video: Governor Walz says Minnesota to get first vaccines by mid-December; Christmas restrictions likely

Minnesota will get its first coronavirus vaccine shipments by mid-December in the state's darkest hours of the pandemic, Gov. Tim Walz said Monday. From KMSP-TV Fox 9 News - November 30, 2020 Read More »

Video: Outdoor winter activities rise in popularity as experts expect another COVID-19 surge

Weary Minnesotans sick of staying indoors flock outside in record numbers. Lutsen's Director of Sales and Marketing Jim Vick says they are already making reservations into April and weekdays are more popular for skiing as more people work remotely. By Jennifer Hoff of KARE 11 News - November 30, 2020 Read More »

What Communities are Doing to Reduce Wildlife Collisions on Roadways

There are over 300,000 reported WVCs with large animals a year, but according to estimates by the Federal Highway Administration (FHA), the actual number is much higher—likely somewhere between 1 and 2 million because drivers don't always report them. By Ally Hirschlag of The Weather Channel. Posted: December 1, 2020 Read More »

Pandemic pet therapy: What's so special about a critter friend?

Research from Australia finds the "pet factor" does bring people together in helpful ways: Pet owners are more likely to get to know people, form friendships and get the social support humans need. By Patti Neighmond from Minnesota Public Radio News - November 23, 2020 Read More »

Video: Coping with loneliness during the pandemic and holidays

Experts say people who live alone may be the most affected by loneliness. By Charmaine Nero of KARE 11 News -November 24, 2020 Read More »

Minnesota updates COVID-19 testing recommendations for dial-back period

As testing options expand, updated testing criteria can help Minnesotans evaluate when they should get tested and which option may be best. From the Minnesota Department of Health - November 20, 2020 Read More »

How to Prep Your Car for Winter

The best way to mitigate what winter weather can do to your vehicle is to get ahead of it before that weather hits. By Ally Hirschlag from the Weather Channel - Posted: November 23, 2020 Read More »