Biking with Baddies creates inclusive community ride
The club was created by a black woman for people of color. Their goal is to "create a welcoming environment encouraging individuals from all backgrounds to join." The first Biking with Baddies community ride is May 17.
Minnesota Opera brings La Bohème to the stage
From May 4-19 the Minnesota Opera will bring La Bohème to the stage. The show is sung in Italian with English captions projected above the stage.
School bus 'Roadeo' in Farmington
Saturday was the Farmington Bus Roadeo, which has been going on for 25 years. 70 bus drivers from around Minnesota competed, with the winners will compete statewide and then nationals.
Mall of America's guide to Mother's Day shopping
Mother’s Day is fast approaching on May 12. Trend Specialist Sara Rogers joined the FOX 9 Morning news for some gift ideas, including a discount opportunity for the Mall of America’s newest jewelry store.
TikTok dating show from Caribou Coffee coming this summer
Caribou Coffee is sponsoring a TikTok dating show in the Twin Cities, according to a casting call from Ruggiero Models and Talent. The casting call seeks singles ages 18-26 living in the Twin Cities and looking for love.
Oncologist talks about screening guidelines
Early detection can make a huge difference for cancer patients of any age, but it seems like the guidelines for when to get checked are always changing. Allina oncologist Dr. Joleen Hubbard joined FOX 9 Good Day to discuss recent changes in recommendations for breast cancer screenings and ways to lower your overall risk of developing cancer in your lifetime.
Spring makeup trends and must-have items
Hillary Kline of Kline Artistry stopped by FOX 9's Good Day to show off the latest trends in makeup and some must-have items this season, including a setting spray approved by Beyoncé herself.
Horse Expo at the MN State Fairgrounds
If you love horses, the Minnesota State Fairgrounds is the place to be this weekend. Horse enthusiasts, vendors, and performers are taking over the fairgrounds for the Horse Expo. Performers from the Dream Horse journey show joined FOX 9 Good Day to talk about their performance that combines riding with art.
Infertility Awareness Week in Minnesota
Couples faced with infertility can often feel isolated and alone during the journey to start their families. April 21-27th is Infertility Awareness week. Local support group leader Brigette Kerber joined FOX 9 Good Day to talk about her own journey with infertility and the support that's out there for couples who need it.
St. Paul Art Crawl gears up for final weekend
The longest running art crawl in the country is gearing up for the biggest weekend yet. Hundreds of artists will be displaying their work at 26 different locations across downtown St. Paul and Lowertown. There are also classes, demonstrations and performances. Some of the featured venues for weekend three include Union Depot and the George Latimer Central Library. The crawl is put on by the St. Paul Art Collective. Check the website to see the hours for each location. The final weekend runs April 26 through April 28.
Maple Grove declares itself 'Restaurant Capital' and gets Minnesotans talking
Maple Grove ruffled some feathers when Explore Maple Grove declared the city the "Restaurant Capital of Minnesota." With over 120 restaurant options, the city says it boasts both chain and locally owned options for people looking for a night out to eat.
Adam Met of AJR talks music career and climate advocacy
Adam Met of AJR stopped by ahead of his lecture about climate advocacy at the University of Minnesota. Met founded and leads a climate change non-profit Planet Reimagined.
A day in the life of an AHS volunteer
The Walk for Animals is coming up in just a few weeks, and while it's a major component of fundraising for the Animal Humane Society, there's another crucial piece of the puzzle that helps the organization on a daily basis. Volunteers are at the heart of daily life for AHS. Alix Kendall took a trip to the shelter in Golden Valley to see the hard work and dedication that goes into helping families find their forever homes.
AHS Volunteer Appreciation Week
Volunteers are a crucial part of the daily operations at the Animal Humane Society. From in-shelter support to at-home foster care, volunteers do a lot to help out. That's why AHS is recognizing their work as part of Volunteer Appreciation Week. Jen Rickert from AHS joined the FOX 9 Morning News to talk about the exciting opportunities if you'd like to volunteer.
Vacation and cruise etiquette
Are you thinking of booking a summer trip? Vacations are supposed to be stress-free, but sometimes it doesn't work out that way. Etiquette expert and author Juliet Mitchell joined FOX 9 Good Day with advice before you book your next trip.
Girls on the Run MN helping girls build confidence
Girls on the Run Minnesota is a nonprofit to help promote self-confidence in young girls through physical activity and friendship. Executive Director of Girls on the Run Minnesota, Kathleen Cannon, and two runners, third graders Hazel Paul and Lyla Floyd joined FOX 9's Leah Beno to talk about the program. To learn more about their program, go their website gotrmn.org.
Minneapolis robotics team headed to Texas
A robotics team from Southwest High School in Minneapolis is gearing up for a big competition. They're headed to the WORLD Robotics Championships in Houston, Texas. A small portion of the team joined FOX 9 Good Day to show off their robot named Chester. The team is also raising money for their trip to Houston through a GoFundMe Page. If you'd like to donate, just search Southwest Robotics Team 2129 on GoFundMe.
A Year with Frog and Toad at CTC
A cheerful frog and a grumpy toad are at the center of a series of books that have captivated generations. Now the tales of Frog & Toad are being told in a fun way on stage. The Children's Theatre Company presents 'A Year With Frog and Toad'. Shows run April 23rd through June 16th. Actor Reed Sigmund joined FOX 9 Good Day to talk about his reprised role as Toad.
Consumer price index jumps in March
Bad news for consumers, the latest numbers show the consumer price index rose 3.5% in March. That's higher than economists were predicting. Patrick Rehkamp, a senior financial writer from 1834, A Division of Old National Bank, joined the FOX 9 Morning News to discuss the latest numbers and what they mean for consumer spending habits.
Minnesota Aurora: Meet the new head coach
She's from the UK but has lived in Minnesota for the past 20 years. With a lengthy background in the game, Collette Montgomery now has the opportunity to lead the Minnesota Aurora, which has quickly become one of the most exciting teams in the startup USL W League. she takes over the reigns from coach Nicole Lukic. You can watch every Aurora home game live on FOX 9+ starting May 30.