GOP lawmakers ask feds to audit state’s Medicaid program

Republican state lawmakers on Wednesday formally asked a federal watchdog to investigate Minnesota's “rampant" Medicaid fraud.

Subway hires former Burger King exec Jonathan Fitzpatrick as new CEO

Subway has named Jonathan Fitzpatrick, a former Burger King executive and head of Driven Brands, as its new CEO following its 2024 acquisition by private equity firm Roark Capital.

Trump administration aims to roll back more than 60 workplace safety rules

The U.S. Department of Labor has proposed eliminating dozens of labor protections, including minimum wage rules for home health workers and safety standards in construction, agriculture, and mining.

Paying off credit card debt in these states will take the longest, study finds

Credit card debt can feel overwhelming to tackle but residents in these states are finding it more challenging to pay it off quicker than others.

Midway Cub Foods store in St. Paul slated for closure

The Cub Foods store at Midway Marketplace in St. Paul is slated to close this year, according to state filings.

Albert Lea cannabis business among first licensed in MN

The first retail cannabis shop in Minnesota to pass inspection now has a cannabis retail license, but it will still take time before the Albert Lea shop is open for business.

Minnesota cannabis retailer license lottery to be held next week

Minnesota entrepreneurs looking to enter the retail recreational marijuana market will have another chance to get a license next week.

Target announces new stores openings this year across six states

As part of a plan to open new locations, Target is launching the stores this year while investing in supply chains and new initiatives.

U.S. Senate approves DOGE cuts
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The U.S. Senate voted in the early Thursday morning hours to approve a package of spending cuts suggested by the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).

1 in 4 credit card debtors believes they will never be free of debt

A new survey finds 23% of credit card debtors believe they’ll never be debt-free, with most citing emergency expenses and everyday costs as the main cause.

A ‘revival’ for Revival under new ownership

When Revival abruptly closed its four locations earlier this year, the move sent shock waves through the local restaurant community.

Minnesota Power's sale to BlackRock gets backing of MN Department of Commerce

The parent company of Minnesota Power says the Minnesota Department of Commerce is now backing the company's sale to investment firm BlackRock and the Canadian pension fund after a recent agreement.

Eagan residents warned of elevated lead levels coming from Gopher Resource

Eagan residents were notified about elevated lead levels in the air more than a month after a local recycling company was issued a notice of violation for exceeding acceptable lead air quality standards.

Heights Bakery closing in Columbia Heights after 70+ years in business

Heights Bakery has announced its fourth generation of family ownership will be its last, officially closing its Columbia Heights location doors on Aug. 1, 2025.