Daylight Saving Time

The semi-annual rite of passage is on the way which means Minnesotans will likely soon be tired and groggy after losing an hour of sleep.

It may only be February, but it won't be long until we'll be able to enjoy way more sunshine each day here in Minnesota.

It may only be January, but it won't be long until there's much more sunshine each day here in Minnesota!

Contrary to popular belief Daylight Saving Time has nothing to do with farmers. It was introduced in the United States during World War 1 as a means to save coal used for heating homes. Today most states in the US still follow Daylight Saving Time, although there are efforts in some, like Minnesota, to get rid of the time shift.

Daylight Saving Time is ending soon. Even though we know it's coming, it always catches us by surprise at how early it gets dark.

Fall is officially here! The crisp, cool air has arrived, the trees are starting to show their colors, Halloween decorations are popping up, and thrift stores are overflowing with costumes.

Does it feel like suddenly the days get short a lot faster? It's actually true in Minnesota, and it starts in August.

While the majority of states observe DST, some, like Minnesota, are pushing to eliminate the time change.

It won't be long now until there's more sunshine each day here in Minnesota, so here's when we'll turn our clocks forward this year.

The study looked at data involving 36 million people over a 5 year time span.