Supporting local makers during COVID-19
With shops shut down, many local makers are struggling to make money. But there are still ways to support your favorite businesses. Jerrod Sumner from Rose & Loon at Rosedale joined the Morning Buzz to talk about their new gift boxes full of products direct from local makers.
With shops shut down, many local makers are struggling to make money. But there are still ways to support your favorite businesses. Jerrod Sumner from Rose & Loon at Rosedale joined the Morning Buzz to talk about their new gift boxes full of products direct from local makers.
Out of a job? These companies are currently hiring
While many businesses have been ordered to temporarily close amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, some Minnesota businesses are not only staying open—they are also hiring.
While many businesses have been ordered to temporarily close amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, some Minnesota businesses are not only staying open—they are also hiring.
Sen. Tina Smith outlines her priorities for the next COVID-19 relief package
Congress is gearing up to debate another relief package as the COVID-19 pandemic lingers on. Minnesota Senator Tina Smith joined the FOX 9 Morning News to talk about her priorities, including providing assistance for small businesses and families.
Congress is gearing up to debate another relief package as the COVID-19 pandemic lingers on. Minnesota Senator Tina Smith joined the FOX 9 Morning News to talk about her priorities, including providing assistance for small businesses and families.
MSP Airport receives more than $125 million in COVID-19 relief from FAA
The Metropolitan Airports Commission says it will receive more than $125 million in grant money from the FAA to help relieve the loss of revenues related to COVID-19.
The Metropolitan Airports Commission says it will receive more than $125 million in grant money from the FAA to help relieve the loss of revenues related to COVID-19.
Residential real estate market continues to thrive during COVID-19 restrictions
While many industries are struggling during the coronavirus pandemic, one industry is continuing to thrive, as March was a great month for residential real estate.
While many industries are struggling during the coronavirus pandemic, one industry is continuing to thrive, as March was a great month for residential real estate.
Minnesota man's box program gives back to struggling businesses
As many small businesses deal with the economic fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic, one local business owner is trying to soften the blow.
As many small businesses deal with the economic fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic, one local business owner is trying to soften the blow.
3M sues defendant that tried to sell millions of N95 masks to the Strategic National Stockpile at inflated prices
Minnesota-based 3M says it has filed another price gauging lawsuit in federal court, this time targeting an Orlando-based defendant that tried to sell tens of millions of 3M N95 respirators at “grossly inflated” prices to the Strategic National Stockpile.
Minnesota-based 3M says it has filed another price gauging lawsuit in federal court, this time targeting an Orlando-based defendant that tried to sell tens of millions of 3M N95 respirators at “grossly inflated” prices to the Strategic National Stockpile.
Empty hotel rooms have industry leaders concerned
With business trips cancelled and tourists staying home, hotels are among the businesses struggling through COVID-19 restrictions.
With business trips cancelled and tourists staying home, hotels are among the businesses struggling through COVID-19 restrictions.
Number of unemployment applications received last month in Minnesota doubles all of 2019
The number of applications for unemployment insurance in Minnesota reached a new milestone amid the novel coronavirus pandemic, according to Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development Commissioner Steve Grove.
The number of applications for unemployment insurance in Minnesota reached a new milestone amid the novel coronavirus pandemic, according to Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development Commissioner Steve Grove.
Cargill temporarily stops production at Big Lake, Minnesota facility, employees laid off
Cargill says it is temporarily idling its Big Lake, Minnesota facility and laying off employees there due to shifting demands of the foodservice industry.
Cargill says it is temporarily idling its Big Lake, Minnesota facility and laying off employees there due to shifting demands of the foodservice industry.
Most COVID-19 stimulus deposits to be received by Wednesday, Mnuchin says
For those who don’t get their money by Wednesday, Mnuchin said the IRS will have a website available that would allow people to plug in information.
For those who don’t get their money by Wednesday, Mnuchin said the IRS will have a website available that would allow people to plug in information.
Wisconsin dairy co-op to donate cheese to Midwest food banks
Burnett Dairy Cooperative, a Wisconsin-based cheese manufacturer located about 75 miles northeast of Minneapolis, is giving back in a time of need.
Burnett Dairy Cooperative, a Wisconsin-based cheese manufacturer located about 75 miles northeast of Minneapolis, is giving back in a time of need.
Meat plant closes after 293 workers test positive; nation's meat supply could take a hit
A meat plant in South Dakota is being shut down after 293 of its employees tested positive for coronavirus.
A meat plant in South Dakota is being shut down after 293 of its employees tested positive for coronavirus.
Minnesota food companies join forces to feed health care workers 'Hero Snack Packs'
In an effort to give back to health care workers during the COVID-19 pandemic, a group of local food companies have joined forces to make what they call "Hero Snack Packs."
In an effort to give back to health care workers during the COVID-19 pandemic, a group of local food companies have joined forces to make what they call "Hero Snack Packs."
Economists and epidemiologists work to find a balance amid pandemic
Economists and state health leaders are working together in Minnesota to find a balance between public safety and keeping the economy going.
Economists and state health leaders are working together in Minnesota to find a balance between public safety and keeping the economy going.
U.S. stock markets closed for Good Friday
Stock markets in the United States are closed for Good Friday.
Stock markets in the United States are closed for Good Friday.
Minnesota tourism takes a hit amid stay-at-home order
In week two of a statewide stay-at-home order, Minnesota’s tourism industry is reeling.
In week two of a statewide stay-at-home order, Minnesota’s tourism industry is reeling.
Some Minnesota small businesses re-open as lawmaker calls for more
The list of essential businesses, or those exempt from the stay-at-home order, has grown, but some lawmakers say just about everyone should be allowed to be back in business.
The list of essential businesses, or those exempt from the stay-at-home order, has grown, but some lawmakers say just about everyone should be allowed to be back in business.
Minnesota order allows septic companies to keep up with increased service calls
One of Minnesota Governor Tim Walz's latest executive orders will allow septic service companies to better respond to increased calls due to the stay-at-home order.
One of Minnesota Governor Tim Walz's latest executive orders will allow septic service companies to better respond to increased calls due to the stay-at-home order.
Minnesota nonprofit in need of technology donations due to increase in distance learning
Distance learning is underway across the state, but plenty of students still don’t have the equipment they need at their fingertips.
Distance learning is underway across the state, but plenty of students still don’t have the equipment they need at their fingertips.