Why do we eat turkey on Thanksgiving?
Thanksgiving gained popularity in the 1800s, eventually becoming a national holiday with cookbooks and newspapers touting recipes.
What is radon? And how does it get into our homes?
A potentially life-threatening gas enters Minnesota homes at higher rates than other states.
Is it normal that Minnesota lakes are still open and not iced out?
It's no surprise many are celebrating the unseasonable warmth, such as golf courses. But some businesses rely on winter arriving on time.
Minnesota DNR relaunching popular "eagle cam" after last spring's nest crash
The live stream had been going strong for 10 years, but this spring the nest fell from 100 feet to the ground, and the eaglet did not survive. The DNR says the nest weighed about 2,000 pounds and was 20 years old.
Safely prepare for your Thanksgiving road trip with these tips
There are a few common mistakes drivers make before leaving.
How many animals are born at zoos?
A recent birth at Como Park Zoo captured attention and had us wondering: How many animals are born at the zoo? And are there rules on which can breed? Good Question. Jeff Wagner explains how a nationwide system ensures species thrive.
Shriners Children's in Woodbury marks 100 years of helping kids
A Twin Cities medical practice is celebrating a century of changing and improving children's lives. And it needs your help to keep that mission going strong.
Why are turkey prices lower this Thanksgiving?
Talking turkey can be a costly conversation, but the word on the bird this season is far from foul, especially the price you pay at the store.
Good Question: Why is November so despressing?
If you enjoyed the mild weather and bits of sunshine during this recent stretch, don't take it for granted. This generally is a time of year many do not relish. Why is November considered a depressing month? Good Question. Jeff Wagner explains the challenges ahead and how to manage them.
How much money do US lawmakers make?
The House Speaker fight on Capitol Hill left work undone for weeks. And now the threat of a government shutdown looms once again. If that happens, Congressional members will still collect paychecks, as other government workers go without.
Why do we feel phantom vibrations from our phones?
Why do we feel phantom vibrations from our phones? What can we do stop them? Good Question.
How do traffic lights time out?
It lasts mere seconds but can feel like minutes. Getting stuck at a red light, especially with no traffic around, is frustrating at times.
What is proper fall cleanup etiquette? What methods are best for your lawn?
"The leaves have organic matter in them and they have some nutrients, so that gets added back into the lawn and that's beneficial to the grass," turf grass educator Maggie Reiter said.
Do we still need proof of our vaccinations?
The physical card is not a requirement anymore.
How do algae blooms form?
How do algae blooms form? And how might we be part of the cause? Good Question.