Molotov cocktail attacks in northeast Minneapolis leads to arson charges

A Fridley man faces arson charges after authorities believe he threw a Molotov Cocktail-style explosive at an ice cream shop in northeast Minneapolis – twice.

ChatGPT Atlas: OpenAI launches new web browser

ChatGPT's Atlas is the latest tech initiative from OpenAI, following the launch of its online shopping experience and AI video social media app, Sora, last month.

Community rallies after Molotov cocktail attacks on ice cream shop

Fletcher's Ice Cream in northeast Minneapolis is receiving an outpouring of community support after being targeted with Molotov cocktails twice in two days.

Grand Avenue reopening after 6-month construction project

After six months of construction that affected a popular stretch of Grand Avenue in St. Paul, officials are celebrating its reopening on Tuesday.

H-1B $100k visa updates from Trump administration

More details about Trump’s $100,000 H-1B visa fee and how it will be implemented have been released from the administration.

Candy prices on the rise ahead of Halloween
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Consumers are expected to spend a record $13.1 billion this Halloween, according to the National Retail Foundation, between costumes, candy, and greeting cards. But the bulk of the spending will be on candy.

St. Louis County commissioner addresses NDA controversy over proposed data center

Some St. Louis County commissioners are facing criticism from constituents over the signing of non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) with a potential developer that might construct a data center in Hermantown.

Smucker sues Trader Joe's over supposed 'Uncrustables' dupe

Smucker also alleged that the boxes Trader Joe’s sandwiches come in are the same blue color that Smucker uses for its “Uncrustables” lettering.

Minneapolis job fair aims to reverse rising Black women unemployment

A job fair in Minneapolis is set to tackle the rising unemployment rate among Black women, a trend that economists warn could indicate broader economic issues.

Nonprofit takes control of vacant Alliance Bank Center in downtown St. Paul

Alliance Bank Center in downtown St. Paul is fully under new ownership. The Saint Paul Downtown Development Corporation (SPDDC) has full control after acquiring the vacant building from Madison Equities.

Minnesota exports drop $1.3 billion in Q2 of 2025, fuel and gas lead decline

DEED officials said mineral fuel and oil exports to Canada fell 96%, compared to the second quarter of 2024, and contributed to more than half of the state’s overall decline.

Polaris MRZR wins 2025 Coolest Thing Made in Minnesota

The MRZR, built in Roseau, Minnesota, is known for its versatility and has been used by every U.S. military branch and over 50 allied forces.

Iconic 169-year-old retailer to shutter 36 locations, citing tariffs

The Orvis Company, one of the nation’s oldest outdoor retailers, plans to close more than two dozen stores by 2026 as part of a broader effort to shrink its retail footprint and streamline operations in response to rising tariffs.