How grocery prices in Minnesota have increased since 2020
Grocery prices have increased a steady amount since 2020. FOX 9 compared the prices at three different local grocery stores to see how much prices have changed.
Target’s car seat trade-in is back: How to get your coupon
Target’s car seat trade-in event has already recycled millions of pounds of materials. Here’s how to participate and what you’ll get.
Aldi to hire 13,000 holiday workers, increasing wages up to $23 an hour
Aldi is hiring thousands of workers for the upcoming holiday season and for the opening of new stores in the U.S., while also increasing its minimum wages to $18 and $23 an hour.
St. Paul couple uncovers birthplace of Old Dutch Potato Chips
Old Dutch, a staple in Minnesota kitchens for nearly a century, is celebrating its 90th anniversary this year. A recent discovery has connected this iconic snack brand to a historic home in St. Paul.
Another restaurant chain files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy
BurgerFi International on Wednesday joined the group of restaurant chains that have filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection this year.
St. Paul’s Lowertown faces challenges as restaurant closures mount
Once a vibrant area of St. Paul, the Lowertown neighborhood has struggled in recent years to keep restaurant tenants.
Vellee Deli announces closures: Landlord, construction issues cited
Vellee Deli has announced that on Sept. 8 all of its locations will be closed “until further notice" - citing both landlord issues, and hurdles caused by construction.
Barrio abruptly closes in downtown St. Paul after 15 years
Barrio tequila bar in downtown St. Paul abruptly shut its doors over the weekend after 15 years in business.
Big Lots files for bankruptcy, announces sale to investment firm
Big Lots previously expressed "substantial doubt" about its ability to continue operating.
LL Flooring, hardware store once known as Lumber Liquidators, to close all 400 stores in bankruptcy proceeding
The hardware company filed for bankruptcy last month but has failed to find a buyer.
Red Lobster may exit bankruptcy protection soon
Red Lobster is set to exit Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection after a judge approved its reorganization plan. The seafood chain plans to operate 544 locations and will introduce a new CEO, Damola Adamolekun, as it looks to stabilize its business following financial struggles and restaurant closures.
Verizon to buy Frontier in $20B deal
Verizon is acquiring Frontier Communications in the massive deal to boost its network, while helping its efforts in artificial intelligence.
Rideshare drivers' association took $60K in misspent member fees: Lawsuit
Drivers who sought representation from the Minnesota Uber/Lyft Drivers Association (MULDA) as they fought for guaranteed wages are now saying more than $60,000 in membership fees were taken, and misspent.
MN man’s companies failed to deliver $900K worth of products: Lawsuit
Of the products that were delivered, many were also damaged, had misspelled customized metal décor, or were not what the customer ordered, the lawsuit alleges.
Activist investor controls enough of Southwest Airlines to call for special shareholder meeting
Elliott Investment Management has been pushing for big changes at the Dallas based airline, including dumping its CEO and chairman. Now, it looks like they're making good on their promise.
Big Lots weighing possibility of bankruptcy filing as sales dwindle
The discount retailer has faced declining sales.
Tools and Tiaras' teaching trade skills to girls
Tools and Tiaras is a nonprofit on a mission to change the stigma about working in skilled trades, especially when it comes to girls.
Grocery chain joins Walmart, CVS, others in ending cigarettes sales
CVS, Target and Walmart have already removed tobacco products from stores and online.