Famous or frivolous? Kris Lindahl sues RE/MAX realtor over ‘arms outstretched’ pose
Known throughout the Twin Cities for a distinctive pose he’s trying to trademark, Kris Lindahl Real Estate is now suing another real estate broker for striking a pose that’s too similar.
Massachusetts brewery forced to cut jobs due to CO2 shortage: 'Huge threat to our business'
Auto fuel is not the only gas in short supply.
Minneapolis' West Bank businesses beginning to see resurgence
An immigrant community in the heart of the Cedar-Riverside neighborhood in Minneapolis is home to dozens of small businesses. More than two years since the start of the pandemic and the death of George Floyd, the boards are beginning to come down for most.
New White Bear Lake tea shop Hello Boba has owner who embodies ‘American Dream’
White Bear Lake has a new business that brings together both American and Asian influences in its drinks. But the real story is the shop’s immigrant owner, who embodies the American dream.
The Unofficial closes as staff alleges email layoffs with no notice
A popular bar abruptly announced its closing to employees who allege they were notified via email only after the doors were locked already. "He didn’t necessarily fire us as much as invite us to reapply for our jobs, and say it’s all our fault I guess,” one server said.
Ice cream shop serving up nostalgic flavors with a side of burgers and lobster rolls
Kids of the 90’s this new ice cream shop is for you, and anyone else who enjoys a tasty scoop of ice cream. Dream Creamery is now open in Northeast Minneapolis. From the Travail team and led by Chef Nate Mickelson, the shop is getting just as much buzz for the ice cream as it is for the food on the menu, which includes burgers, lobster rolls, fries and cheese curds. The shop is open Wednesday to Sunday from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m., and is located at 816 Lowry Ave NE.
Sheridan Room announces closing in NE Mpls due ‘personal, professional’ reasons
A neighborhood eatery in Nordeast Minneapolis says it will be closing at month's end.
Edina teen fights pandemic boredom by building booming construction business
Caden Fritz was barely 16 years old when he decided to start his own construction business during the pandemic.
Bite Squad to continue gas discount card for drivers
Bite Squad delivery drivers struggling to make ends meet through surging prices for gasoline will continue to get a little relief.
James Beard Awards: Owamni in Minneapolis wins Best New Restaurant
The annual James Beard Awards took place Monday, and similar to years past the Twin Cities was well represented - with one taking home Best New Restaurant even.
Hennepin Ave redesign restricting parking, adding bus lanes heads to full council vote
The game of cat-and-mouse between business owners, public officials and transportation advocates all lobbying for what they think is best for construction on a stretch of Hennepin Avenue in Uptown heads to a full city council vote next week.
Hmong chef from Minnesota to compete on Netflix reboot of Iron Chef
Minneapolis-based chef Yia Vang has brought Hmong cuisine to Minnesota, but now hopes to reach a broader audience with an appearance on a Netflix reboot of Iron Chef.
Chance encounter turns homeless man into construction worker
A chance encounter has left both a homeless man and a construction company owner better off since they met.
Southwest Minneapolis community gives back to neighborhood restaurant
As the business struggles to find workers, one community in Minneapolis is helping make sure their neighborhood restaurant can keep its doors open.
Taco Chon’s fighting back
After Taco John’s filed a trademark infringement lawsuit against a local Mexican restaurant franchise named Taco Chon’s, the owner has rallied around community support to fight back.
Red Wing business plans to change name after more than 120 years
After more than 100 years under the same name, Josephson’s Clothing is finally changing its name.
Closing: Lake Nokomis restaurant Sandcastle announces last season
End of an era: A longtime favorite along the shores of Lake Nokomis has announced this summer will be its last season serving patrons. After this summer the MPRB will solicit new potential vendors.
Plans this summer? Tourism expected to rebound throughout Minnesota
After two down years due to travel restrictions and COVID-19 infections, tourism in Minnesota is expected to rebound this summer – good news for restaurant and resort owners.
North Minneapolis park set to undergo $21 million dollar redevelopment
A north Minneapolis park is set to undergo a $21 million dollar redevelopment, but at least one resident of the community surrounding it thinks the money could be better spent on business development.
Slice Pizza announces expansion, hopes to create new ‘community space’
Just six months after its grand opening, and five after re-opening again due to a fire, Slice Pizza in Northeast Minneapolis is expanding into its second location and trying to create a community space in the process.