Lowe's launches skilled trades academy for military members and spouses

The Skilled Trades Academy is a six-week, in-person training program designed to help service members, veterans and military spouses launch careers in high-demand skilled trades.

Ulta and Target to end in-store partnership in 2026

Ulta Beauty and Target have “mutually agreed” to close the mini-Ultas inside Target stores next year.

Cities where Americans are adding the most debt in 2025, according to data

Climbing out of debt can be a tough barrier to overcome, and residents in these cities have seen the size of their debt grow significantly in a short amount of time based on findings in a new study.

Minneapolis council concerned with budget cuts
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Minneapolis city council leadership expressed concerns about the impact of millions of dollars in cuts coming under a budget proposal from Mayor Jacob Frey.

Woodbury Topgolf slated for October opening

The new Topgolf location in Woodbury moved closer to opening on Wednesday as it was granted its liquor license by the Woodbury City Council.

Kellogg's signs deal to remove toxic dyes from cereals

Other companies have verbally committed to removing food dyes, but Kellogg’s is the first to sign a legally binding agreement to remove food colorings.

Canadian company Gildan buying Hanes for $2.2 billion

Canada-based Gildan Activewear will purchase HanesBrands in a $2.2 billion deal that will transfer ownership of popular name brands like Hanes and Maidenform.

Krispy Kreme plans October 2025 opening in Fridley

Those still mourning the loss of a longstanding institution in Columbia Heights for their morning fix will have another option this fall, with Krispy Kreme slated to open in Fridley in October.

CentraCare in St. Cloud braces for layoffs

St. Cloud-based CentraCare is bracing for upcoming layoffs as the company deals with financial pressures.

Minnesota dispensaries: Albert Lea approves 2 licenses, denies Smoking Tree

The Albert Lea City council has approved the licenses for two dispensaries within its limits – just not the one that initially brought forth the challenge.

Bed Bath & Beyond returns with new name - and a coupon promise

Bed Bath & Beyond, one of the original big box retailers, is back with a new name – and ready to accept old coupons.

Government dealer? Minnesota cities line up to retail cannabis

The government is getting into the marijuana market, as 13 Minnesota cities are in line to launch their own cannabis retail businesses.

Government dealer? Minnesota cities line up to retail cannabis
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The government is getting into the marijuana market, as 13 Minnesota cities are in line to launch their own cannabis retail businesses. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the details.

Shakopee approves social district plan: What to know

The Shakopee City Council approved the framework for its new social district, a designated area in the city where people can buy and drink alcohol in public.

These cities have the most debt collection accounts in 2025, study finds

Residents in these areas are facing challenges paying off debt which is resulting in their accounts going to collection agencies. See the list.

Roof Depot proposal faces new deadline to purchase south Mpls warehouse

The East Phillips Neighborhood Institute (EPNI) is making another offer to purchase the abandoned Roof Depot from the City of Minneapolis, with the hope of redeveloping it into an urban farm with retail and residential space.