Here's how to avoid online holiday shopping scams
The season of giving this time of year usually includes lots of spending. Unfortunately, nefarious people take advantage of that.
Why is Election Day in November? And on a Tuesday?
On the first Tuesday of the month, a civic duty is exercised, when citizens bubble in their choices to lead their city, county, state and country.
Do political endorsements matter?
As voters hit the polls, it's safe to say many often knew which names they would bubble in months before the election. But campaign strategists know a few words said aloud or even typed in a Tweet might sway voters.
Tips for observing Día de los Muertos from a Spanish immersion school
Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is when Latin cultures pay respects to family and friends who have died in a warm and loving way.
Green Sports Day pushes to protect environment
Dozens of kids in the Twin Cities are leading the way in the fight against climate change. And they're drawing inspiration from a hometown athlete on how to make the love of sports an avenue for change.
Is stop-start technology really beneficial for your vehicle?
A unique feature in newer cars has many drivers turned off, even though it's meant to save them money.
How is a gun retailer supposed to stop straw purchases?
Straw purchasing is when someone buys a gun for another person who isn't legally allowed to own one, such as felons.
When should you use cruise control, and does it improve gas mileage?
Some drivers love it while others don't trust it. The debate has played out in several cars, often between couples.
Did the pandemic change our personalities?
Researchers said the personality changes people experienced in the pandemic were the equivalent of what most would experience across a decade.
How early holiday shopping can save you money
A recent survey found 50% of shoppers start spending for December holidays before Halloween.
Why is college enrollment declining? And what role did the pandemic play?
"The thing in our research that's just really striking … is the decline in confidence in the value of higher education," said STRADA's Nichole Torpey-Saboe said.
Easy, low-cost "side hustles" can help you make extra money while doing what you love
When that day job paycheck isn't cutting it, some seek part-time work. But the constructs of a second job, and the hours required, might not fit your schedule. That means hustling on the side.
Good Question: What defines "second summers," and how often do we get them?
While the warmth is fleeting, it's almost always appreciated. The color bursts dangling in the wind tell us fall is in the air, but the air itself is forcing people to shed all those seasonal layers.
Make a little extra cash by flipping items you already own
There are a lot of ways to make money doing a side hustle - and one way to get started is to flip some of the items you already own.
Is summer getting longer, or are other seasons getting shorter?
This month, temperatures have been above average for 12 out of 19 days in the Twin Cities.