McDonald's testing CosMc's-inspired drinks at restaurants

The drinks are concepts from CosMc’s, the chain’s all-beverage store concept which launched in 2023 and closed earlier this summer.

Rite Aid closing 114 more stores across multiple states

Rite Aid is planning to shutter locations nationwide, including in states like Pennsylvania, California and New York.

Vacant JCPenney in Maple Grove could become fine arts hub

It’s a creative solution for an 87,000-square foot former department store. On the surface, this may look like an empty department store, but Dave Berger sees a future town square for the fine arts.

Vacant JCPenney in Maple Grove could become fine arts hub
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A JCPenney department store in Maple Grove that closed five years ago could become a one-stop shop for the arts. Former sociology professor Berger says more than 30 nonprofits are interested in being a part of the endeavor called Grove Square Studios.

UnitedHealth Group admits it's under a federal investigation

In a statement, UnitedHealth Group admitted it faces a criminal and civil investigation by the Department of Justice into its Medicare program. The disclosure comes two months after the company dismissed a WSJ report about the investigation.

GOP lawmakers ask feds to audit state’s Medicaid program

Republican state lawmakers on Wednesday formally asked a federal watchdog to investigate Minnesota's “rampant" Medicaid fraud.

Subway hires former Burger King exec Jonathan Fitzpatrick as new CEO

Subway has named Jonathan Fitzpatrick, a former Burger King executive and head of Driven Brands, as its new CEO following its 2024 acquisition by private equity firm Roark Capital.

Trump administration aims to roll back more than 60 workplace safety rules

The U.S. Department of Labor has proposed eliminating dozens of labor protections, including minimum wage rules for home health workers and safety standards in construction, agriculture, and mining.

Paying off credit card debt in these states will take the longest, study finds

Credit card debt can feel overwhelming to tackle but residents in these states are finding it more challenging to pay it off quicker than others.

Midway Cub Foods store in St. Paul slated for closure

The Cub Foods store at Midway Marketplace in St. Paul is slated to close this year, according to state filings.

Albert Lea cannabis business among first licensed in MN

The first retail cannabis shop in Minnesota to pass inspection now has a cannabis retail license, but it will still take time before the Albert Lea shop is open for business.

Minnesota cannabis retailer license lottery to be held next week

Minnesota entrepreneurs looking to enter the retail recreational marijuana market will have another chance to get a license next week.

Target announces new stores openings this year across six states

As part of a plan to open new locations, Target is launching the stores this year while investing in supply chains and new initiatives.

U.S. Senate approves DOGE cuts
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The U.S. Senate voted in the early Thursday morning hours to approve a package of spending cuts suggested by the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).

1 in 4 credit card debtors believes they will never be free of debt

A new survey finds 23% of credit card debtors believe they’ll never be debt-free, with most citing emergency expenses and everyday costs as the main cause.