Hennepin Ave in Uptown reopens Friday after 1.5 years of reconstruction

After nearly two years of construction a main route for drivers through Uptown will again allow drivers to more easily access businesses.

Cornbread Harris, Jimmy Jam send Palmer's Bar off on right note

James "Cornbread" Harris has played regular gigs at Palmer's Bar on Sunday evenings for the last few years. On Sunday, he and producer Jimmy Jam sent the bar off in style.

Legendary Minneapolis Market Bar-B-Que building and brand for sale

A legendary barbecue institution in Minneapolis will close its doors and look to sell its assets after nearly 80 years in business.

Shakopee social district set to open
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Shakopee is set to open the second social district in Minnesota -- areas where you can consume alcohol in public.

Minnesota State Fair: Best Awards announced for 2025

Minnesota State Fair officials have announced the annual awards for the fair’s best exhibitors, concessions, attractions and food for 2025.

Greater Tater: New vendor at the Minnesota State Fair

The local food truck, Greater Tater, has a greater mission behind their deep-fried jumbo tater tots.

New African market in St. Paul is run by 9 full-time moms

Mamas Market & Deli is owned by nine Ethiopian immigrants and proud moms, who have long dreamed of owning a business without sacrificing time raising a family.

Minnesota dispensaries: Albert Lea approves 2 licenses, denies Smoking Tree

The Albert Lea City council has approved the licenses for two dispensaries within its limits – just not the one that initially brought forth the challenge.

Government dealer? Minnesota cities line up to retail cannabis

The government is getting into the marijuana market, as 13 Minnesota cities are in line to launch their own cannabis retail businesses.

Government dealer? Minnesota cities line up to retail cannabis
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The government is getting into the marijuana market, as 13 Minnesota cities are in line to launch their own cannabis retail businesses. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the details.

Minnesota cobbler wins prestigious international competition

It's been around for 120 years, but now a shore repair shop in the North Metro is home to one of the top cobblers in the world.

Vacant JCPenney in Maple Grove could become fine arts hub

It’s a creative solution for an 87,000-square foot former department store. On the surface, this may look like an empty department store, but Dave Berger sees a future town square for the fine arts.

Vacant JCPenney in Maple Grove could become fine arts hub
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A JCPenney department store in Maple Grove that closed five years ago could become a one-stop shop for the arts. Former sociology professor Berger says more than 30 nonprofits are interested in being a part of the endeavor called Grove Square Studios.

Minnesota cannabis retailer license lottery to be held next week

Minnesota entrepreneurs looking to enter the retail recreational marijuana market will have another chance to get a license next week.

Heights Bakery closing in Columbia Heights after 70+ years in business

Heights Bakery has announced its fourth generation of family ownership will be its last, officially closing its Columbia Heights location doors on Aug. 1, 2025.

New marijuana dispensary opening in MN, licensing remains bumpy

The recreational marijuana market is expanding slowly in Minnesota, with a new recreational dispensary set to open this week.

St. Paul hosting Downtown Block Party Friday night in Mears Park

Businesses and city leaders are banding together to host an inaugural Downtown Block Party on Friday, calling it a "kick-off to summer."