Minnesota applies for $300 per week additional unemployment benefit
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz announced Friday that the state has applied to a federal program that would provide a temporary additional $300 a week to Minnesotans receiving unemployment benefits due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz announced Friday that the state has applied to a federal program that would provide a temporary additional $300 a week to Minnesotans receiving unemployment benefits due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Industrial real estate remains strong amid pandemic
Ground broke this week on what is said to be one of the last empty industrial plots of land in the “Golden Triangle” between I-494, Highway 169 and Highways 212 and 62.
Ground broke this week on what is said to be one of the last empty industrial plots of land in the “Golden Triangle” between I-494, Highway 169 and Highways 212 and 62.
Increased COVID-19 compliance checks at Minnesota restaurants and bars start Friday
Starting Friday, Minnesota public safety and health officials will complete increased COVID-19 compliance checks at bars and restaurants, according to the Department of Labor and Industry.
Starting Friday, Minnesota public safety and health officials will complete increased COVID-19 compliance checks at bars and restaurants, according to the Department of Labor and Industry.
Pros and cons of private student loans
Considering a private student loan for college? Weigh the benefits and potential downsides first.
Considering a private student loan for college? Weigh the benefits and potential downsides first.
Downtown Minneapolis businesses, residents consider moving out after unrest
In the light of day, downtown Minneapolis is almost unrecognizable. Boards are on most of the windows and there’s an air of uncertainty about the future, as some business owners and residents are considering moving out.
In the light of day, downtown Minneapolis is almost unrecognizable. Boards are on most of the windows and there’s an air of uncertainty about the future, as some business owners and residents are considering moving out.
What is the limit on a balance transfer card?
Not sure how much high-interest debt you can transfer to a balance transfer card? Consider these factors.
Not sure how much high-interest debt you can transfer to a balance transfer card? Consider these factors.
Here's why you should use a credit card instead of a debit card
Four big benefits to utilizing available credit.
Four big benefits to utilizing available credit.
How to refinance your mortgage in 5 easy steps
Mortgage rates are at record lows — and refinancing your home loan is simple.
Mortgage rates are at record lows — and refinancing your home loan is simple.
TikTok CEO Kevin Mayer resigns amid US pressure to sell video app
TikTok CEO Kevin Mayer resigned Thursday amid U.S. pressure for its Chinese owner to sell the popular video app, which the White House says is a security risk.
TikTok CEO Kevin Mayer resigned Thursday amid U.S. pressure for its Chinese owner to sell the popular video app, which the White House says is a security risk.
More than 1 million Americans applied for unemployment benefits
Just over 1 million Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week, a sign that the coronavirus outbreak continues to threaten jobs even as the housing market, auto sales and other segments of the economy rebound from a springtime collapse.
Just over 1 million Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week, a sign that the coronavirus outbreak continues to threaten jobs even as the housing market, auto sales and other segments of the economy rebound from a springtime collapse.
Weights and dumbbells are latest coronavirus-fueled shortage: Here's what to use instead
Weights are becoming increasingly harder to find — with some back-ordered until the fall — as more people bulk up on home gym equipment as the world spends more time at home during the coronavirus pandemic.
Weights are becoming increasingly harder to find — with some back-ordered until the fall — as more people bulk up on home gym equipment as the world spends more time at home during the coronavirus pandemic.
American Airlines plans 19,000 furloughs, layoffs when federal aid expires in October
The airline began 2020 with about 140,000 employees but expects fewer than 100,000 to remain in October.
The airline began 2020 with about 140,000 employees but expects fewer than 100,000 to remain in October.
Izzy's Ice Cream closing Minneapolis shop amid 'these challenging times'
Izzy's Ice Cream will be closing its Minneapolis shop near Gold Medal Park just months after the owners decided to permanently close their St. Paul location amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Izzy's Ice Cream will be closing its Minneapolis shop near Gold Medal Park just months after the owners decided to permanently close their St. Paul location amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
How to get approved for a mortgage refinance (and save money) today
Can you maximize your chances of getting a mortgage refinance loan approved? Find out some steps to take here to increase your chances of being able to refinance your home loan.
Can you maximize your chances of getting a mortgage refinance loan approved? Find out some steps to take here to increase your chances of being able to refinance your home loan.
Should you use a mortgage refinance to pay off student loans?
Refinancing your mortgage can help you pay off student loans, but it’s not always the best choice.
Refinancing your mortgage can help you pay off student loans, but it’s not always the best choice.
Best Buy reports record second quarter, citing spike in online sales amid pandemic
Best Buy reported a spike in online sales as residents across the country shift to virtual learning and working from home.
Best Buy reported a spike in online sales as residents across the country shift to virtual learning and working from home.
Variable rate student loans are now near 1% — see if they're right for you
Are variable rate student loans a good idea for the collegiate crowd? It’s a classic pros versus cons issue.
Are variable rate student loans a good idea for the collegiate crowd? It’s a classic pros versus cons issue.
Union announces COVID-19 death of 2nd Minneapolis janitor
A janitor’s union announced a second Minneapolis janitor has died from COVID-19.
A janitor’s union announced a second Minneapolis janitor has died from COVID-19.
Student loan refinancing rates drop to dramatic new lows
As student loan refinancing rates drop, now may be a good time to compare borrowing options.
As student loan refinancing rates drop, now may be a good time to compare borrowing options.
How is your credit card limit determined?
Credit card companies use these factors to determine your credit limit.
Credit card companies use these factors to determine your credit limit.