Kim’s in Uptown announces closure after workers unionize in June
Less than two months after voting to unionize, workers at Kim’s in uptown, Minneapolis, will likely be out of a job on Aug. 31.
Minnesota pizza joints nationally ranked in new Yelp survey
Minneapolis is home to several notable pizza places that are gaining even more attention thanks to a recent ranking by consumer-review site Yelp.
Open Streets returns for 2024 throughout Minneapolis neighborhoods
A popular Minneapolis event that closes down large stretches of city streets to allow people to stroll the area with ease will return again in 2024.
Edina construction creating hard times for business owners
Construction on Metro Transit's E-Line project is underway, and making it hard for some customers to reach businesses.
Minneapolis Labor Standards Board march held by city leaders, workers
Hoping to establish a Minneapolis Labor Standards Board (MLSB) that would study new requirements for businesses in industries such as restaurants and hospitality, a march is planned on Wednesday to increase awareness of its proposed creation.
Minnesota cannabis: First look at state rules for businesses
The first set of complete rules to govern the recreational marijuana industry in Minnesota have been released.
Yia Vang opens Vinai in northeast Minneapolis
Named after the refugee camp where his parents met, and where he was born, Vang calls the restaurant a 'love letter' to his parents who taught him to cook.
Ramsey restaurant struggling amid Hwy 10 construction hosts fundraiser
The Ramsey, Minnesota, community came together to support a local pizzeria that has been hit hard by construction along Highway 10.
Flooding taking its toll on Hudson, Wis. riverfront businesses
Businesses in Hudson, Wisconsin, are experiencing an unusually slow start to summer due to a flooded St. Croix riverfront.
St. Paul minimum wage increase for small biz goes into effect next month
A minimum wage increase for workers at small businesses in St. Paul is set to go into effect next month.
Pizza shop pranked with large order, saved by local business owner's generosity
A prank caller duped PizzAroma's Maumee location in Ohio into baking 16 large pizzas, which were never picked up, resulting in a $112 loss.
Minneapolis small business pilot teaches bookkeeping skills
The City of Minneapolis announced positive results after a year of a first-of-its-kind pilot program meant to assist small businesses in complying with its labor laws.
Minne's D ‘pay it forward’ hopes to feed customers, community
A “pay it forward" board allows current customers to purchase a meal – or anything of their choosing off the menu – and leave it for the next person.
Beloved Convention Grill reopening in Edina after years-long closure
For nine decades, the Convention Grill has been known for serving up no-frills American classics. But after four years of customers waiting and wondering, the burgers are back on the grill at the beloved diner.
Dangerous Man Brewing new location announced, outdoor taproom campaign launched
After closing its northeast Minneapolis location last October, the owners of Dangerous Man Brewing promised they would return - fans of their beer now know where.
Black Fashion Week provides artist spotlight in Minnesota
The event is now in its seventh year, and from the beginning its intention was to highlight some of the areas up-an-coming designers, models and makeup artists.