Millennial Money: Put off debt payments to start saving now

If you’re one of the millions of Americans making less or receiving unemployment benefits because of the coronavirus pandemic, you’re probably working to recalibrate your finances.

Stillwater considering proposal to let restaurants expand patios, create 'refreshment' zones

A new City of Stillwater proposal would allow restaurants to use parking lots and street parking spaces to create new patio seating for customers in the anticipation that a June 1 reopening will likely come with occupancy restrictions.

Hell's Kitchen says keeping restaurant closed is best for business while others push to reopen

As restaurants across Minnesota try to navigate uncharted territory and make plans for reopening, Hell's Kitchen in Minneapolis will remain closed in an effort to save money and ensure that they can pay employees once it does reopen.

'Stay Safe MN' order: What is now allowed, what can reopen and what must stay closed

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz let the state’s previous stay-at-home order expire Sunday and it has been replaced with a new order, dubbed "Stay Safe MN", that will allow more flexibility and social interaction amid the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Student loans and coronavirus: Top 5 questions

How will coronavirus affect your educational debt? Read on to find out what you need to know about student loans and coronavirus.

Dow surges over 900 points amid coronavirus vaccine progress as lockdowns ease

U.S. equity markets soared Monday after drugmaker Moderna announced progress toward a COVID-19 vaccine and as lockdowns continued to ease nationwide.

Mystic Lake, Little Six casinos to reopen next week

Mystic Lake and Little Six casinos in Prior Lake, Minnesota will be reopening next week, according to the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community leaders.

5 ways to pay your mortgage off early

Refinance, biweekly payments and other tips that lead to an early mortgage payoff.

Minnesota retailers excited to welcome back customers Monday

Monday marks the end of a long and painful wait for small retailers as the Governor’s new order allows some of them to open at 50 percent capacity.

Some Minnesota businesses prepare to open, others wait until June 1

It is the beginning of tourist season for destination towns like Stillwater, Minnesota, so a limited reopening for retailers starting Monday is coming just in time.

Minneapolis business owner predicts retail will be forever changed by COVID-19

The updated COVID-19 restrictions that go into effect Monday mean many Twin Cities business owners are making final preparations this weekend to reopen their doors.

Mall of America seeks legislative help to 'get through this crisis'

The Mall of America is asking for a lifeline from the state of Minnesota to weather the financial storm brought on by the coronavirus pandemic.  The mall approached lawmakers in the past two weeks about borrowing from its tax-incremental financing account, Senate Majority Leader Paul Gazelka told reporters Friday morning. Gazelka said the state should provide help because mall owner Triple Five Group is not asking for "free money" but to borrow money to "get through this crisis."

US retail sales plunged 16% in April as virus froze economy

U.S. retail sales tumbled 16.4% from March to April as business shutdowns caused by the coronavirus kept shoppers away, threatened stores across the country and weighed down a sinking economy.

Minnesota shops and malls work to reopen and set up measures to protect customers

Minnesota retailers are getting prepped and ready to reopen on Monday. With the governor giving the green light to open with a safety plan in place. But, not every store will have their doors open that soon.