$1400 IRS stimulus checks, $1 billion in unclaimed tax refunds & $5000 DOGE checks update
American taxpayers are encouraged to act quickly to see if they are eligible for refunds that could provide vital financial relief – before time runs out!
Businesses still floating in uncertainty after Minneapolis water main break
A month after a major water main break shut down the intersection of Penn Avenue and 50th Street, the City of Minneapolis hopes to reopen the streets this week.
Unilever, Ben & Jerry's parent company, accused of removing CEO over politics
Ben & Jerry’s has accused Unilever, its parent company, of unlawfully removing the ice cream maker’s CEO because of his social and political activism.
Supply shortage, unfair competition concerns ahead of MN's cannabis rollout
Cannabis is coming to Minnesota in a much bigger way, but the industry is still changing before it even begins.
Forever 21 files for bankruptcy–again
The retail chain has 350 stores in the U.S. as it begins the process of liquidation sales during bankruptcy proceedings.
MN cannabis business application system shuts down hours before licensing deadline
Minnesota’s Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) application website shut down on Friday night, leaving potential business applicants scrambling to make the 11:59 p.m. deadline.
Smitten Kitten in Minneapolis saves woman from overdose with Narcan
Smitten Kitten, an adult gift shop on Lake Street in the LynLake neighborhood of Minneapolis, is being praised for saving a woman’s life outside their doors this week.
Costco customers get more hours to fill up their cars with gas
CEO Ron Vachris said Costco extended the hours to 'make filling up at Costco more convenient for our members.'
Spirit Airlines exits bankruptcy with new financial plan and premium rebrand
Spirit Airlines has officially emerged from bankruptcy after completing a financial restructuring that reduced debt and secured $350 million in new investment. The airline now plans a strategic shift, including a rebrand aimed at elevating its offerings.
Alcohol in Minnesota: Social districts, food trucks and food halls eyed by lawmakers
Minnesota is moving towards much more tolerance for alcohol sales, and both local governments and businesses are hoping it can be an economic engine.
Chaska gas station war: 3 stations selling below $2.30 per gallon
A gas station war is happening right now in Chaska. Three gas stations with prices within a few cents of each other, and drivers couldn’t be more thrilled.
CVS opens smaller format stores; still plans to close 270 locations
CVS is opening new stores around the nation, but they will be significantly smaller and focus only on pharmacy services. The move comes as the industry undergoes a major shift.
Tenants told to vacate Alliance Bank Center in downtown St. Paul
Tenants at Alliance Bank Center received a notice from their landlord on Monday afternoon to immediately vacate the building because there won't be any heat, cooling or electricity. Now, the tenants have until the end of the month to move out.
Minnesota’s population slowing, foreign-born workers fill gap: Report
A new report from the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce shows a concerning reality for the future of the state’s population.
Minnesota restaurants, hotels struggling with staff and occupancy decline: Report
Although restaurant locations have grown since 2019, many owners still struggle with finding enough employees to staff locations. Meanwhile, occupancy rates at hotels have yet to rebound from pre-pandemic levels.