Vikings legends in London ahead of UK matchup
Vikings greats Cris Carter and Jake Reed are across the pond ahead of the Vikings game in London this Sunday. The guys joined the FOX 9 Morning news to talk about what it's like seeing American football gaining traction overseas, and their expectations for Sunday's game.
Meet Lauren Andrego, FOX 9’s new traffic reporter
If you watched the FOX 9 Morning News Thursday, you may have noticed a new face on our team. Lauren Andrego is our new traffic reporter. She joined the FOX 9 Good Day team for a little "get to know you chat".
Wienermobile rolls through the Twin Cities
Don't be surprised if you see a giant hot dog on wheels cruising around on the streets of the Twin Cities. The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile is stopping at several parking lots Friday, Saturday and Sunday. FOX 9's Hannah Flood got a tour at Lunds & Byerly's in Eden Prairie.
Fed slashes interest rates
The Federal Reserve made its first interest rate cut since the COVID pandemic, slicing rates by half a percentage point. Patrick Rehkamp, a senior financial writer from 1834, A Division of Old National Bank, joined the FOX 9 Morning News to discuss the move and potential for future rate cuts.
Doc Brown does the forecast, Great Scott!
Dr. Emmett Brown joined meteorologist Keith Marler on the FOX 9 Morning News to help deliver the forecast. Doc and the cast of Back to the Future: The Musical are in town as part of the touring Broadway production at the Orpheum. Shows run through September 22nd.
Debunking myths about pet adoption
There are many benefits to adopting animals from shelters despite this, myths about pet adoption persist. Brittany Baumann from the Animal Humane Society joined the FOX 9 Morning News to debunk common misconceptions.
Alix Kendall, Tom Butler Look Back on hidden talent
During her last day at FOX 9, Alix Kendall and Tom Butler look back at some hidden talents and their time co-anchoring together.
Surprise Good Day guests for Alix Kendall
Watch as anchor Alix Kendall gets a special surprise on set from former co-workers Tim Sherno and M.A. Rosko!
Into the FOX 9 Archives
Alix Kendall and Kelly O'Connell take a trip to the Fox 9 archives to uncover a few memorable moments including Kelly's first appearance on air, a first appearance by Shayne Wells, and a throwback to the original Good Day Minnesota show open from the early 2000's.
Alix Kendall surprises Tom Butler on taco Tuesday
For her last Taco Tuesday with FOX 9, Alix Kendall surprised Tom Butler with tacos.
Meet the people behind your favorite fair rides
The Midway and Kidway at the Minnesota State Fair is full of dozens of ride options. Have you ever wondered who owns some of your favorites? Alix Kendall caught up with a fourth-generation carnival worker to see what life is like on the road and find out what goes into set up and tear down.
CTC ready to launch new season
The Children's Theatre Company is preparing to launch their latest season of shows in just a few days. Artistic Director Rick Dildine and Managing Director Jill Anderson joined the FOX 9 Morning News at the Minnesota State Fair to talk about their lineup of shows.
Minnesota Disc Dogs at the State Fair
The Minnesota Disc Dog Club visited the FOX 9 booth at the Minnesota State Fair to show off their dog tricks.
Big concert weekend in Twin Cities
Music fans are gearing up for a big concert weekend in the Twin Cities with headliners like Green Day and Metallica. FOX 9's Se Kwon has more.
Maple Grove launches Restaurant Week
This spring, Maple Grove made headlines when they declared themselves the "Restaurant Capitol of Minnesota". The city is owning up to their new title with their first ever restaurant week. Dozens of restaurants will be offering food and drink specials August 12th-18th. FOX 9's Hannah Flood visited Paulie's Restaurant to check out what's on the menu.
Alix Kendall announces retirement from FOX 9 Morning News
Alix Kendall announces her retirement from the FOX 9 Morning News during FOX 9 Good Day on Aug. 12, 2024.
Fmr. Betty Crocker kitchen director dishes on cookbook legacy
Betty Crocker wasn’t a real person, but her persona and popularity has been going strong since the 1920’s. Recently, FOX 9 visited Trillium Woods in Plymouth to meet the Minnesota woman who was often mistaken as Betty, as she had her hands in thousands of recipes. Some of them might still be your family’s favorite! Marcia Copeland worked at General Mills for 35 years. For 14 of those years she was director of the Betty Crocker Kitchen. It was Marcia's job to make sure everything was perfect by time it made it to the box, or your cupboard. Marcia also had her hand in about 12 different Betty Crocker cookbooks over her time. She still has many of them in her own kitchen.
World premiere of 'The Garden' at CTC
An upcoming show at the Children's Theatre is exploring the story of Adam and Eve, giving them an opportunity to tell us their version of events in the Garden of Eden. The world premiere of "The Garden" is coming up August 9th & 10th. Playwright and singer Hannah Bakke joined FOX 9 Good Day to talk about how she came up with the show and what it's been like to work closely with student actors on putting the production together.
Circus Juventas summer show celebrates 30 years
Many of the country’s most talented youth circus artists are wrapping up their summer show in St. Paul this weekend. This years’ show ‘Jangala’ takes audiences to an ancient jungle island shrouded in mystery. There are five shows left: Thursday, August 8 @7pm, Friday, August 9 @7pm, Saturday, August 10 @1pm & 7pm and Sunday, August 11 @1pm. The big top is located at 1270 Montreal Ave., Saint Paul.
'Coolest thing made in Minnesota' nominations open
The Minnesota Chamber of Commerce launched its "Coolest thing made in Minnesota" program, which will take nominations through mid-August before the finalists are announced in September. The winner will then be announced in October.