$2.8M in grants awarded to 175 Lake Street businesses, nonprofits damaged in riots

The Lake Street Council is awarding $2.8 million in grants through its recovery fund to businesses that were damaged or destroyed during the Minneapolis riots following the death of George Floyd.

Most PPP recipients expect to run out of money by August, study finds

A majority of small businesses that tapped the taxpayer-funded Paycheck Protection Program expect to run out of money by the first week of August, according to a Goldman Sachs survey released Tuesday.

Apple might owe you money for slowing down your iPhone — here’s how to file a claim

Apple customers who purchased certain older iPhone models can now collect about $25 per phone, according to the settlement of a class-action lawsuit that accused the company of slowing down older devices.

Best Buy will require all customers to wear face masks inside stores

Minnesota-based company Best Buy is requiring all customers to wear face masks while shopping in its stores, officials announced Tuesday.

3 ways to eliminate credit card debt

The best ways to pay off a credit card bill aren’t complicated - in fact, they’re all about common sense.

Here's why you should have more than one credit card

Depending on your finances, goals and general preferences, here are some reasons to consider getting more than one credit card.

Sen. Smith meets with St. Paul business owners impacted by COVID-19, civil unrest

Senator Tina Smith met with a group of St. Paul business owners, who are working to get back on their feet amid COVID-19 and the aftermath of George Floyd’s death.

Who might be eligible for a second stimulus check and for how much money?

Another round of stimulus payments could be distributed to people earning less than $40,000, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell has said.

Donation campaign launched to help The Art Shoppe in Minneapolis reopen amid pandemic

For more than three months, the storefront where Diane May volunteers once a week has been closed. Now, May and the 70 other artists who staff and manage The Art Shoppe are hoping to get back in business.

Cub Foods opening temporary community stores at Minneapolis locations damaged during riots

Cub Foods is building temporary community market in Minneapolis to address food insecurities in areas such as Lake Street and Broadway Avenue, the company announced Wednesday.