Crumbl Cookies violated child labor laws in 6 states, feds say

Crumbl Cookies is accused of violating child labor laws in six states, according to the U.S. Department of Labor.

US gas prices to end the year with steady decline: AAA

After nearly two months of declining, gas prices have now dipped below $3 in at least 20 states, AAA said.

Wells Fargo to pay $3.7B over consumer loan violations

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau on Tuesday ordered Wells Fargo to repay $2 billion to consumers and enacted a $1.7 billion penalty against the bank.

St. Louis Park announces cannabis business licensure requirements beginning Jan. 1

Less than a year after the Minnesota Legislature approved the sale of THC-infused edibles throughout Minnesota, St. Louis Park is creating a licensure system.

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.

Minneapolis leaders create task force aimed at revitalizing downtown

After some headline-grabbing store closures and office consolidations, Minneapolis government and business officials said Wednesday it's time to get serious about revitalizing downtown's storefronts.

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After some headline-grabbing store closures and office consolidations, Minneapolis government and business officials said Wednesday it's time to get serious about revitalizing downtown's storefronts.

November inflation rises at the slowest rate this year, beating expectations

Inflation rose 7.1% year-over-year in November, a slowdown from the 7.7% increase in October. Here's what this means for the economy and future interest rate hikes.

Gas prices plunge to new low, expected to keep dropping in 2023: AAA

The national average cost for a gallon of gas fell to $3.26, 52 cents less than a month ago and six cents less than a year ago, according to AAA.

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.

Mortgage rates to stay high in 2023: Freddie Mac

High mortgage rates and home prices are creating a weak housing market. Here’s how to lower your rate and monthly payments.

McDonald's ranks last in new survey of customer loyalty

Meanwhile, Chick-fil-A and In-N-Out Burger received the highest customer loyalty marks, according to the survey.

Credit card balances hit record high amid inflation: TransUnion

Inflation and an uncertain economy influenced record-high credit card balances in the third quarter of 2022, according to TransUnion. Here’s how you can pay off your high-interest debt.

Spending on auto insurance is up: Here's how drivers are saving money

Americans spent an average of $1,705 on auto insurance in 2022, up 4% from 2021 and 17% from 2020, a recent Insurify study said.

Nearly half of Americans expect to go into debt buying holiday gifts

Nearly half of Americans expect to go into debt during the holidays this year. Here’s how to pay down your holiday debt quickly.