The Depot in Hopkins could close despite efforts to keep it afloat
This year marks the 25th anniversary of a popular hangout for teenagers in the west metro, but its future is now up in the air.
This year marks the 25th anniversary of a popular hangout for teenagers in the west metro, but its future is now up in the air.
Potter?s Pasties food truck vandalized
Well known throughout the Twin Cities at farmer?s markets and breweries, Potter?s Pasties had its food truck vandalized after someone attempted to cut off its catalytic converter overnight. Now they?re reaching out to the community they?ve served for support.
Well known throughout the Twin Cities at farmer?s markets and breweries, Potter?s Pasties had its food truck vandalized after someone attempted to cut off its catalytic converter overnight. Now they?re reaching out to the community they?ve served for support.
Black entrepreneurs prepare for unique day of Capitol access
Black entrepreneurs are getting a unique opportunity to lobby state legislators early next month during "Black entrepreneurs day at the Capitol."
Black entrepreneurs are getting a unique opportunity to lobby state legislators early next month during "Black entrepreneurs day at the Capitol."
UNRL and the Minnesota Vikings finding success together
The company being the latest Vikings apparel.
The company being the latest Vikings apparel.
Trade school program being offered to help food manufacturing industry worker shortage
General Mills, Cargill, and Second Harvest Heartland are among several local companies that are now hiring.
General Mills, Cargill, and Second Harvest Heartland are among several local companies that are now hiring.
Minnesota student loan borrowers, business owners would see tax breaks from fast-tracked bill
More than $100 million in tax breaks for restaurants, small business owners, and student loan borrowers passed Monday in a unanimous, quick vote in the Minnesota House.
More than $100 million in tax breaks for restaurants, small business owners, and student loan borrowers passed Monday in a unanimous, quick vote in the Minnesota House.
Looking to buy your first farm? A new grant could help with the down payment
Minnesotans looking to purchase their first farm might be able to qualify for a $15,000 grant from the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) to help pay for it.
Minnesotans looking to purchase their first farm might be able to qualify for a $15,000 grant from the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) to help pay for it.
Plant-based burger bar opening along Central Ave in Minneapolis
A new plant-based burger joint and bar on Central Avenue in Northeast Minneapolis plans to be open later than its surroundings, while offering a neighborhood bar setting to accompany its non-meat eats.
A new plant-based burger joint and bar on Central Avenue in Northeast Minneapolis plans to be open later than its surroundings, while offering a neighborhood bar setting to accompany its non-meat eats.
Down in the Valley announces location closing, asks where it should open next
A popular record store and memorabilia shop has announced it will be closing its door in Crystal, while also soliciting input for where its followers think it should open next.
A popular record store and memorabilia shop has announced it will be closing its door in Crystal, while also soliciting input for where its followers think it should open next.
Aki’s BreadHaus announces ‘temporary closure’ due to staff shortages
Known for their fresh pastries and breads on Central Ave in Northeast Minneapolis, Aki’s BreadHaus – the German-style bakery that opened May of 2014 – has announced it will close its doors temporarily due to persistent short staffing.
Known for their fresh pastries and breads on Central Ave in Northeast Minneapolis, Aki’s BreadHaus – the German-style bakery that opened May of 2014 – has announced it will close its doors temporarily due to persistent short staffing.
Mpls, St. Paul ‘side hustle’ economy, availability ranked according to new study
Side hustles have become more prevalent since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic and a new study sought to find which cities provide the most ideal cities for them.
Side hustles have become more prevalent since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic and a new study sought to find which cities provide the most ideal cities for them.
Truffle Hill Chocolates reopening after burglars destroyed candies
A popular chocolate shop in Tonka Bay, Minnesota, will reopen on Friday after it was burglarized and all of its candies were destroyed last week.
A popular chocolate shop in Tonka Bay, Minnesota, will reopen on Friday after it was burglarized and all of its candies were destroyed last week.
Redeveloped building providing new opportunities for Black entrepreneurs in Minneapolis
It sat vacant for decades. Now an old building on West Broadway in north Minneapolis is serving a new purpose. The redevelopment of the 927 building is a collaborative effort, focused on expanding Black ownership opportunities on the northside.
It sat vacant for decades. Now an old building on West Broadway in north Minneapolis is serving a new purpose. The redevelopment of the 927 building is a collaborative effort, focused on expanding Black ownership opportunities on the northside.
Stillwater father opens bait shop to help son with special needs
Walleye Willies Bait and Tackle has already been reeling in customers since opening in Stillwater, Minnesota, but its owner has a bigger goal than selling bait.
Walleye Willies Bait and Tackle has already been reeling in customers since opening in Stillwater, Minnesota, but its owner has a bigger goal than selling bait.
Ties Lounge & Rooftop in Minneapolis closing due to ‘unforeseen circumstances’
A rooftop lounge in Minneapolis that was once committed to “fighting for the revival of downtown” has announced it will close its doors due to “unforeseen circumstances” at its current location.
A rooftop lounge in Minneapolis that was once committed to “fighting for the revival of downtown” has announced it will close its doors due to “unforeseen circumstances” at its current location.
Small businesses depend on busy shopping weekend amid high operating costs
It’s an expensive time to run a small business, and many are relying on this busy shopping season for a much-needed boost.
It’s an expensive time to run a small business, and many are relying on this busy shopping season for a much-needed boost.
Small businesses depend on busy shopping weekend amid high operating costs
It?s an expensive time to run a small business, and many are relying on this busy shopping season for a much-needed boost. Business owners across the metro are thanking their loyal customers for their support from Black Friday through Cyber Monday.
It?s an expensive time to run a small business, and many are relying on this busy shopping season for a much-needed boost. Business owners across the metro are thanking their loyal customers for their support from Black Friday through Cyber Monday.
Customers show support for Small Business Saturday
Small Business Saturday means big business for entrepreneurs, and this year across Minneapolis, shoppers opened their wallets to support businesses and the community values they represent.
Small Business Saturday means big business for entrepreneurs, and this year across Minneapolis, shoppers opened their wallets to support businesses and the community values they represent.
Red Stag Supperclub in Minneapolis announces closure at end of year
"I need to leverage our company’s assets to keep on top of changes and do what I think is best for our employees and our guests. This was a very difficult and heart-wrenching decision," said Kim Bartmann in a statement.
"I need to leverage our company’s assets to keep on top of changes and do what I think is best for our employees and our guests. This was a very difficult and heart-wrenching decision," said Kim Bartmann in a statement.
FDA warns CBD companies over 'illegal' products
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has posted warning letters to five companies that is believes are in violation of illegally selling products containing cannabidiol (CBD).
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has posted warning letters to five companies that is believes are in violation of illegally selling products containing cannabidiol (CBD).



















