America 250: Southwest Airlines unveils Independence One to celebrate the nation's founding

Independence One will make its first flight Wednesday, heading from the company’s hometown of Dallas to the place where the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution were signed, Philadelphia.

Spirit Airlines’ $500 million rescue funding talks face setback

Spirit Airlines’ efforts to secure a $500 million financial lifeline hit a significant roadblock as lenders balk at the terms of the proposed rescue package.

$5.5B judgment against Purdue Pharma paves way for opioid deal

Purdue Pharma must pay $5.5 billion in penalties after a sentencing tied to its role in fueling the opioid crisis through doctor payoffs and misleading federal regulators.

Floating hot tubs could be coming to Minneapolis riverfront

A new way to enjoy the Mississippi River could be coming to Minneapolis as a local business owner hopes to launch floating hot tub boat rentals.

Hot tub boats could set sail on the Mississippi River
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Minnesota may be the land of 10,000 lakes, but a Minneapolis business owner isn’t forgetting about its most famous river. Matt Witt is hoping to draw visitors to the city’s riverfront as his new venue sets sail. Maury Glover shows us what Minnesota hot tub boats are all about.

Valleyfair unveils waterpark expansion with new attractions for 50th season

Valleyfair says it plans to unveil a new waterpark expansion with 13 new attractions this summer as part of its 50th season anniversary season.

'Lifestyle analysis' found Moorhead business owner hid income while collecting SNAP

A Minnesota business owner is facing several felony charges after investigators say she filed false tax returns while fraudulently receiving SNAP benefits.

Former Texas Chick-fil-A employee charged in $80K refund scheme using mac and cheese

A former Chick-fil-A employee was arrested for allegedly stealing more than $80,000 by using restaurant registers to issue hundreds of fraudulent macaroni and cheese refunds to his personal credit cards.

Record number of Americans say their financial outlook is ‘getting worse’

A new survey finds rising costs still dominate Americans’ concerns, with a record share saying their financial situation is getting worse. Here’s what to know.

United Airlines drops merger pursuit with American, CEO Kirby details why

United Airlines on Monday announced that it's ending its pursuit of a potential merger with American Airlines after its rival rebuffed an initial approach to discuss a deal.

Minnesota wage theft settlement: Construction companies to pay $1.28M in owed wages, damages

Two construction companies have agreed to pay a total of $1.28 million in owed wages and damages for denied overtime and owed wages to workers in Minnesota, the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry announced on Monday.

Construction companies to pay $1.28M in owed wages, damages
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Two construction companies have agreed to pay a total of $1.28 million in owed wages and damages for denied overtime and owed wages to workers in Minnesota, the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry announced on Monday.

ICE surge business recovery loans to get Minnesota Senate vote

The Minnesota Senate will soon vote on a $100 million loan program for businesses impacted by Operation Metro Surge.

Budget airlines push for up to $2.5 billion in government relief

Budget airline executives are calling for substantial financial support as skyrocketing fuel costs force carriers to overhaul their business models to alleviate rising expenses.

Dumbbells sold at Walmart recalled over injury risk

Dozens of incidents have been reported of the plates coming loose during use, causing injuries varying from broken toes to cuts and bruises.